Poppy vs Aatrox
Top Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose pre-6 due to Aatrox's superior range, sustain, and poke potential with Q while your engage tools are predictable and counterable.
- Post-6 the matchup remains difficult as his R provides too much combat power for your utility-focused ultimate to match in pure 1v1 scenarios.
How to Trade
- Wait for Aatrox to use E aggressively or miss Q sweet spots, then immediately engage with E-Q combo while his mobility is down.
- Your W can interrupt his E dash if timed correctly, creating windows where you can stick to him in melee range.
Wave Control
- Focus on farming safely and avoiding extended trades, using your passive shield to absorb his Q poke when possible.
- Look to set up freezes near your tower where the wall proximity gives you E-stun opportunities if he overextends.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't try to match his sustain in extended trades since your damage is more burst-oriented while his omnivamp keeps him healthy.
- Avoid fighting in open areas where he can easily kite you with Q range advantage and E mobility.
Created on 12/14/2025
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