FighterSpecialist

Gangplank

The Saltwater Scourge

About Gangplank

Gangplank, The Saltwater Scourge, is a powerful fighter and specialist champion in League of Legends who is mostly played in toplane of Summoner's Rift. First released on August 19, 2009 during Patch 0.9.22.15, Gangplank has become known for their melee playstyle and physical damage output.

With 12 unique skins available, Gangplank offers plenty of customization options for players who enjoy this champion. Gangplank has a ton of skins to choose from, so players can really customize their experience with this champion.

As a champion who uses Mana as their resource, Gangplank brings a unique set of abilities to League of Legends that makes them a great champ for any team comp.

Gameplay style

Gangplank is primarily played as a fighter/specialist, leveraging their melee combat style to dominate in toplane. Since their release in Patch 0.9.22.15, players have come up with a bunch of different strategies and builds to maximize Gangplank's potential.

As a physical-focused champion who uses Mana to cast their abilities, Gangplank requires players to carefully manage their resources while positioning effectively to deal maximum damage. The champion's design makes them particularly effective against both squishier targets and frontline opponents with a balance of damage and durability.

Gangplank's story

As unpredictable as he is brutal, the dethroned reaver king Gangplank is feared far and wide. Once, he ruled the port city of Bilgewater, and while his reign is over, there are those who believe this has only made him more dangerous. Gangplank would see Bilgewater bathed in blood once more before letting someone else take it—and now with pistol, cutlass, and barrels of gunpowder, he is determined to reclaim what he has lost.

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Streamers who play Gangplank

Want to improve your Gangplank gameplay? Learn from these high elo players who main or play a lot of Gangplank. All streamers listed are at least Diamond 4 or higher, providing high-quality gameplay to learn from, or just enjoy watching. Each card links to their channels.

Official Champion Spotlight

See Gangplank's abilities and gameplay in the official League of Legends Champion Spotlight.

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Learning Gangplank

Whether you're just picking up Gangplank or improving your skills, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of this fighter and specialist champion is crucial.

Champion strengths

  • Good balance of damage and durability
  • Strong dueling potential
  • Excellent in extended fights
  • Flexible skirmishing tools

Champion weaknesses

  • Can be kited by ranged champions
  • May struggle against true tanks
  • Often lacks strong engage tools
  • Can be outscaled in late game

Gangplank currently costs 1575 BE or 790 RP, making them reasonably priced for players building a champion pool. Players looking to master Gangplank should spend time learning their unique mechanics and optimal build paths for different matchups.

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