Illaoi vs Garen
Top Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose levels 1-3 to his Q-E trades since you lack tentacle setup and your abilities are slower/more telegraphed.
- At level 6, you win all-ins if you land E and have tentacles positioned, as your R creates an unwinnable zone for him.
How to Trade
- Your trading pattern revolves around landing E then following with Q and tentacle slams for maximum damage.
- Use W to heal off minions between trades and only commit to extended fights when you have tentacle advantage.
Wave Control
- Allow him to push early while you set up tentacles, then freeze near your tower where tentacles are established.
- Post-6, maintain slow pushes to keep tentacles alive and force him to fight in your prepared zones.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste E on minions or when he has Q movement speed to easily dodge it.
- Never fight extended trades without tentacles nearby, as your kit relies entirely on tentacle damage and healing to win sustained combat.
Created on 11/18/2025
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