Irelia vs Illaoi
Top Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose early trades pre-6 due to Illaoi's superior base damage and sustain from Q healing.
- Post-6 you can win all-ins if you dodge E and have stacked passive, as your mobility lets you avoid her R zone and kite around tentacles.
How to Trade
- Your best trades involve Q'ing to a low minion near her, landing E to stun, then auto-Q-auto with passive stacks before disengaging.
- Never commit to extended trades without dodging her E first, as the spirit zone gives her massive damage amplification.
Wave Control
- Push early levels to build minion advantages for Q resets, then look to freeze near your tower once she has kill pressure.
- You want short lanes to limit her E angles and reduce the distance you need to gap close for all-ins.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never fight in her ultimate zone with multiple tentacles nearby, as the damage becomes overwhelming even with your mobility.
- Don't use Q aggressively without minions to reset on, as getting caught in her E range without escape tools is often fatal.
Created on 12/25/2025
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