Locke & Rakan Synergy

Locke Mid and Rakan Support win 51.3% of 1,350 Low Elo games together, +1.2 points vs expected, 2-patch window 26.19-26.20.

Researched on LoL patch 26.20. Tips are written to hold at any rank; stats come from Low Elo ranked games up to patch 26.20.

Playing the duo

Grand Entrance(W) knocks enemies up and The Quickness(R) charms them, giving Locke time to land Ritual Nails(Q) marks or Purgatory(R) on a controlled target.

How to play as Locke

Follow Rakan's knock-up or charm with Ritual Nails(Q) and your burst while the target is controlled; keep Purgatory(R) for a clear hit or execute opportunity. (Unverified: no source confirms this note.)

How to play as Rakan

When Locke is ready to follow, use Grand Entrance(W) with The Quickness(R) to set up a pick; Rakan players recommend this engage for high-burst midlaners. (Unverified: no source confirms this note.)

Sources

These notes come from r/RakanMains, checked against the champions' abilities.