Maokai vs Pyke · Support matchup

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Core game plan

Maokai can interrupt Pyke's dashes, making laning phase less stressful

When Pyke is stealthed, predict his E or Q approach and interrupt with Q or W

Keep wave on your side to prevent Pyke roams

02

Strength by game time

Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights

6:4.

6:4.

6:4.

5:5.

5:5.

Levels 1-3: Use Q and W to interrupt Pyke's dashes, favorable tradesLaning phase: Freeze wave to prevent roams, sustain with passiveLevel 6 power spike: Ult root locks Pyke down, set up ganksMid game: Push wave then roam, ward to prevent Pyke flanksTeamfights: Protect backline, use CC to limit Pyke's engages
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Detailed breakdown

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