Sion vs Varus
Top Lane MatchupSion vs Varus 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 Varus's range advantage and consistent poke with Q and auto attacks.
- Post-6, you can threaten all-ins with R engage, but Varus still wins if he maintains distance and kites properly.
How to Trade
- Look for short trades using E to slow Varus, then follow up with a quick W shield trade before backing off.
- Avoid extended trades where Varus can stack W passive and kite you with superior range and mobility.
Wave Control
- Push waves hard with Q and E to force Varus under tower where his poke is less effective.
- Focus on building minion advantages to enable your all-in potential while minimizing his free poke windows.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't try to charge Q in Varus's face without setup, as he can easily sidestep and punish you during the channel.
- Avoid walking up for CS without your abilities available, as Varus will chunk you heavily with free poke.
Created on 05/27/2026
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