Sion vs Maokai
Top Lane MatchupSion vs Maokai TOP matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- You lose early trades pre-6 due to Maokai's superior sustain from passive and shorter cooldowns on Q-W combo.
- Post-6 you can win all-ins if you land R engage, but Maokai's W makes him difficult to catch and his R can counter your engage.
How to Trade
- You want to charge Q from fog of war or after Maokai uses W aggressively, then follow with E-W combo before backing off.
- Avoid extended trades since his passive healing and lower cooldowns favor him in sustained fights.
Wave Control
- You should push waves hard with Q-E to force Maokai under tower where his sustain is less effective.
- Focus on building slow pushes to create recall timings and roam opportunities with your R.
Mistakes to Avoid
- You must not waste R for waveclear or use it predictably when Maokai has W available.
- Getting W-rooted during your R channel leaves you completely vulnerable to jungle ganks or extended trades you cannot win.
Created on 05/11/2026
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