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Darius vs Sett

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Darius should use his high lane pressure and pull threat to force Sett into extended trades where passive stacks matter.
Prioritize denying Sett safe melee trades by controlling wave position and forcing him into your (E) range.
This is a snowball matchup where Darius aims to kill or heavily pressure Sett early to prevent his teamfight impact.

Trading pattern

Use (E) to control Sett's spacing and start trades only when you can land outer (Q) for sustain.
Avoid engaging if (E) is down or Sett can sidestep your (Q) outer edge, as short trades favor Sett.
After stacking passive, commit to all-in with (R) execute, especially if Sett's grit shield (W) is down or he has low health.

Danger windows

Beware when Sett has full grit and (W) shield available, as his trades become much stronger.
Respect (E) stun range, especially near minions, to avoid getting locked down and punished.
Avoid extended trades when your (E) or outer (Q) are on cooldown, as Sett can capitalize on your reduced threat.

Early game

Start with aggressive level 1-3 trades using (E) pull to lock Sett down and hit outer (Q) for healing.
Avoid pushing too far without vision, as Darius is immobile and vulnerable to (E) stun.
Use wave control to keep Sett forced to approach, enabling longer trades to build passive stacks before level 6.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) execute resets to finish Sett after passive stacks and chip damage; avoid extended trades if Sett is healthy.
First bruiser item spike lets you survive Sett's burst and force longer fights; use wave pressure to bait Sett into your (E) range.
Respect Sett's level 6 (R) slam displacement; maintain spacing to avoid forced unfavorable fights.

Win conditions

Win by forcing Sett into extended trades near your pull range, stacking passive, then finishing with (R) resets.
Deny Sett safe melee trades by controlling wave and punishing his positioning near minions to avoid (E) stuns.
Use level 6 execute windows and first item power spike to snowball lane kills and apply side-lane pressure.