K'Sante vs Illaoi TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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K'Sante vs Illaoi

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Control the lane by managing (Q) stacks and denying Illaoi tentacle zones to limit her all-in threat.
Maintain medium pressure to prevent Illaoi from freely setting up tentacles and forcing committed fights.
This is a control vs splitpush matchup where K'Sante must leverage terrain and displacement to isolate and punish Illaoi.

Trading pattern

Trade around (Q3) readiness and use (W) to disrupt Illaoi's tentacle slams and damage bursts.
Avoid fighting inside Illaoi's tentacle zones unless you have (R) ready to isolate and win the duel.
Punish Illaoi after she misses (E) or when her tentacles are cleared to force her to reset her zone.

Danger windows

Respect (E) spirit pull as it sets up her tentacle damage and all-in potential.
Be cautious when Illaoi has multiple tentacles around and (R) ready, as she can turn ganks and fights decisively.
Avoid extended trades or committing when your (W) and (Q3) are down, as your engage and peel options weaken.

Early game

Focus on stacking (Q) and short trades to build pressure without overcommitting before level 6.
Use (W) to interrupt Illaoi's damage and avoid fighting near her tentacles early.
Avoid extended trades without (Q3) or (W) ready, as Illaoi punishes sustained fights near her zone.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) only when you can isolate Illaoi near terrain for a favorable duel; avoid using it into stronger duels.
After your first tank item, trade confidently around (Q) stacks and reserve (W) for key damage absorption and displacement.
Respect Illaoi's level 6 (R) power spike when she commits with multiple tentacles, and avoid clustered fights near her zone.

Win conditions

Use your tank form and displacement tools to control space and deny Illaoi tentacle placement.
Only use (R) to isolate Illaoi near terrain when you can secure a winning duel or force her out of lane pressure.
Maintain a controlled lane state, punish Illaoi's missed (E), and leverage terrain fights to peel or kill in teamfights.