Yorick & Smolder vs Kai'Sa & Neeko
Bot Lane MatchupYorick vs Kai'Sa (with Smolder & Neeko) BOT matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- You lose pre-6 2v2s as Neeko E can root you for easy Kai'Sa follow-up and your ghouls die instantly to her Q.
- Post-6 your R maiden helps but Neeko R can still disengage or turn fights against you.
Synergy & Trading
- Land E slow to enable Smolder Q poke, then look for W cage when enemies are slowed or rooted.
- Your ghouls provide minimal pressure since Kai'Sa Q clears them instantly, so focus on utility over damage.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Maintain slow push to build minion waves that protect against Neeko E angles, but be ready to crash and reset.
- You can't effectively freeze against Kai'Sa's waveclear and Neeko's poke pressure.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste W cage reactively after they engage as good players will dodge it easily.
- Save W for when enemies are already CC'd or slowed, and don't chase kills when Neeko R is available.
Created on 01/31/2026
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