Darius vs Ryze · Top lane matchup

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Core game plan

Ryze is slow at pushing waves with his abilities. You can pressure him, and he won't be able to clear the minion wave. Bone Plating is useless against you. Darius has an advantage over Ryze.
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Strength by game time

Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights

6:4.

6:4.

5:5.

5:5.

6:4.

Level 1, push the wave and use Q and passive to deny Ryze CS.During laning, trade when Ryze's abilities are on cooldown and maintain wave advantage.After 6, watch for Ryze's ultimate to roam; freeze wave to avoid ganks.Mid-game, split push to pressure Ryze and use Rift Herald for turrets.In teamfights, look to E Ryze and focus him with your team.
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Detailed breakdown

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