Yorick vs Illaoi · Top lane matchup
Core game plan
Illaoi's E counters Yorick; getting your soul pulled makes trading unfavorable. You need to bait her E with movement, and early damage is low, making it a tough matchup.
Strength by game time
Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights
4:6.
4:6.
4:6.
5:5.
5:5.
Avoid trading early; farm with Q to stack graves.Push the wave proactively to prevent Illaoi from freezing.Fight only when you have Mist Walkers; don't use E without them.When ahead, invade the enemy jungle to pressure the jungler.In teamfights, watch for Illaoi's ultimate and spread out.
Detailed breakdown
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