Mordekaiser vs Darius TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Mordekaiser vs Darius

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Mordekaiser aims to control the lane through medium pressure and extended trades that leverage his passive and (E) pull.
Manage wave and pull threat to deny Darius long passive-stack trades and avoid giving him lane dominance.

Trading pattern

Trade only when (E) successfully pulls Darius in; follow up with isolated (Q) and keep passive active for sustained damage.
Punish Darius after he misses (E) by stepping forward to pressure and extend trades.
Avoid extended trades if passive is not active or (E) is down, as Darius's passive stacks and outer (Q) heal make long fights dangerous.

Danger windows

Beware of (E) pull combined with outer (Q) for healing and damage in extended trades.
Avoid prolonged melee range when Darius has multiple passive stacks, especially near level 6.
Exercise caution when (E) is down, as your engage threat is significantly reduced and Darius can punish aggression.

Early game

Focus on landing (E) to set up isolated (Q) hits and force Darius into unfavorable extended trades.
Avoid walking forward without (E) ready to prevent being pulled and punished.
Use (W) shield to sustain through Darius's early melee pressure and outer (Q) poke.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to isolate Darius for forced duels when (E) or wave pressure keeps him close.
After first AP bruiser item, force longer trades to leverage improved durability and damage.
Respect Darius's level 6 execute (R) and passive stack windows; avoid extended trades near execute thresholds.

Win conditions

Use (E) and wave control to force Darius into extended trades where your passive and (W) shield give you an edge.
Reach level 6 and use (R) to isolate Darius from jungle or team support for guaranteed duels.
Maintain lane control to deny Darius passive stacking and healing, then leverage isolation and sustained damage to win trades and the lane.