Naafiri
The Hound of a Hundred Bites
About Naafiri
Naafiri, The Hound of a Hundred Bites, is a powerful assassin and fighter champion in League of Legends who is mostly played in midlane of Summoner's Rift. First released on July 19, 2023 during Patch 13.14, Naafiri has become known for their melee playstyle and physical damage output.
With 4 unique skins available, Naafiri offers plenty of customization options for players who enjoy this champion. Naafiri has a decent collection of skins to choose from, giving players plenty of options to switch up their look.
As a champion who uses Mana as their resource, Naafiri brings a unique set of abilities to League of Legends that makes them a great champ for any team comp.
Gameplay style
Naafiri is primarily played as an assassin/fighter, leveraging their melee combat style to dominate in midlane. Since their release in Patch 13.14, players have come up with a bunch of different strategies and builds to maximize Naafiri's potential.
As a physical-focused champion who uses Mana to cast their abilities, Naafiri requires players to carefully manage their resources while positioning effectively to deal maximum damage. The champion's design makes them particularly effective against squishy targets like ADCs and mages, allowing for quick kills in fights.
Naafiri's story
Across the sands of Shurima, a chorus of howls rings out. It is the call of the dune hounds, voracious predators who form packs and compete for the right to hunt in these barren lands. Among them, one pack stands above all, for they are driven not only by canine instincts, but by the ancient power of the Darkin.
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Latest Naafiri skins
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Official Champion Spotlight
See Naafiri's abilities and gameplay in the official League of Legends Champion Spotlight.
Learning Naafiri
Whether you're just picking up Naafiri or improving your skills, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of this assassin and fighter champion is crucial.
Champion strengths
- High burst damage potential
- Good balance of damage and durability
- High solo kill potential
- Strong dueling potential
Champion weaknesses
- Vulnerable to crowd control
- Can be kited by ranged champions
- Relatively squishy in team fights
- May struggle against true tanks
Naafiri currently costs 675 BE or 585 RP, making them an accessible choice for newer players. Players looking to master Naafiri should spend time learning their unique mechanics and optimal build paths for different matchups.
