Skins
Counters
Base Stats
Gameplay Ratings
Attack
Defense
Magic
Per Level
Abilities
E
Heroic Charge
Poppy dashes to the target and pushes it back. If the target is pushed into a wall, it is stunned.
Passive
Iron Ambassador
Poppy throws her buckler that bounces off the target. Poppy can pick it up to gain a temporary shield.
Q
Hammer Shock
Poppy swings her hammer, dealing damage and creating a zone that will slow enemies and explode after a delay.
R (Ultimate)
Keeper's Verdict
Poppy channels a hammer strike that knocks enemies very far away.
W
Steadfast Presence
Poppy passively gains Armor and Magic Resist. This bonus increases when she is low on Health. Poppy can activate Steadfast Presence to gain Move Speed and stop enemy dashes around her. If a dash is stopped, the enemy is slowed and grounded.
Playing As Poppy
- -Iron Ambassador tends to land near walls, try to take advantage of this with Heroic Charge.
- -Keeper's Verdict can be released immediately to send the enemy straight up, take advantage of this in duels.
Playing Against Poppy
- -Poppy can stop nearby enemies from dashing with Steadfast Presence.
- -When Poppy starts to spin her hammer, she is charging Keeper's Verdict.
- -You can step on Poppy's shield to deny it from her.
Lore
Runeterra has no shortage of valiant champions, but few are as tenacious as Poppy. Bearing the legendary hammer of Orlon, a weapon twice her size, this determined yordle has spent untold years searching in secret for the fabled “Hero of Demacia,” said to be its rightful wielder. Until then, she dutifully charges into battle, pushing back the kingdom's enemies with every whirling strike.
About Poppy, Keeper of the Hammer
Runeterra has no shortage of valiant champions, but few are as tenacious as Poppy. Bearing the legendary hammer of Orlon, a weapon twice her size, this determined yordle has spent untold years searching in secret for the fabled “Hero of Demacia,” said to be its rightful wielder. Until then, she dutifully charges into battle, pushing back the kingdom's enemies with every whirling strike.
How to Play Poppy
Playing Poppyeffectively comes down to understanding the champion's role, combo patterns, and power spikes. As a tank, Poppy benefits from the recommended runes and core items shown above, which reflect the current meta across ranked play.
Strengths & Ally Tips
- Iron Ambassador tends to land near walls, try to take advantage of this with Heroic Charge.
- Keeper's Verdict can be released immediately to send the enemy straight up, take advantage of this in duels.
Playing Against Poppy
- Poppy can stop nearby enemies from dashing with Steadfast Presence.
- When Poppy starts to spin her hammer, she is charging Keeper's Verdict.
- You can step on Poppy's shield to deny it from her.
Poppy Counters and Matchups
Poppy's toughest matchup this patch is Renata. Conversely, Poppy performs strongly into Taric.
Difficulty and Who Should Play Poppy
Riot rates Poppy's difficulty at 6/10. Poppy sits in the middle range — approachable, but with enough depth to reward practice.