Melee Charge
Builds around committing to heavy melee attacks and closing short gaps. It's a more specialized option than a general weapon-damage item.
Melee Charge stats & effects
1,600 soulsYour next Heavy Melee attack against an enemy deals increased damage.
- Bonus Heavy Damage25%
- Cooldown5s
Heroes who buy it most (share of their games)
Crushing FistsStats from current game data, last synced October 25, 2026. Purchase data from recorded ranked matches; a high win rate doesn’t mean the item caused the win.
When to buy Melee Charge
Buy it when melee engagement is a deliberate part of your hero's combat plan.
There’s no fixed build order. Buy it when it solves a problem in your current match.
How to use it
Watch out
Heavy melee can be parried. Mix up your approaches instead of telegraphing every punch.
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