Illaoi vs Sion TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Illaoi vs Sion TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Overview

Use tentacle zones to force Sion into risky approaches and deny him safe scaling space.
Pressure early and mid lane to prevent Sion from stacking health and controlling wave with his shield.
Prioritize side-lane tentacle control to punish Sion's engage attempts and leverage your juggernaut strength.

Trading pattern

Control tentacle space and bait Sion into walking into for strong trades.
Punish Sion after missed charged or when his shield is down by committing with .
Do not chase; wait for Sion to commit inside tentacle range before using and to maximize damage.

Danger windows

Respect Sion's charged knockup from fog or brush angles; avoid predictable positioning.
Be cautious when is available for long-range engage; maintain spacing and tentacle zones.
Avoid low-health fights when shield is active and is ready to punish mistakes.

Early game

Establish tentacles around the wave early to create zones Sion must respect.
Fish for pulls when Sion farms near tentacles to force short trades.
Avoid fighting without tentacles and do not chase after slowed or charged attempts.

Power spikes

At level 6, use to turn multi-target fights and punish Sion's engages.
When multiple tentacles are established, pressure side lanes to force Sion to clear or lose wave control.
Respect Sion's level 6 engage and health scaling from stacks; avoid extended trades when shield is up.

Win conditions

Win by controlling tentacle zones and landing to force Sion into unfavorable trades.
Use to punish multi-target commits and ganks that overcommit into your zone.
Deny Sion calm scaling by pressuring early and mid lane with tentacles, then splitpush side lanes to leverage your juggernaut strength.

Tactical tip

For Illaoi vs Sion, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Top lane check.