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Ryze vs Darius TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ryze vs Darius

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Ryze is a scaling mage who must manage wave control to safely farm and avoid Darius's early all-in pressure.
Focus on avoiding extended melee trades where Darius stacks passive and use controlled poke to keep distance.

Trading pattern

Trade using (E) and (Q) poke combined with (W) root to punish Darius's overextensions.
Avoid stepping into (E) pull range without (W) ready to lock him down.
Do not trade when low on mana or when (E) and (Q) are available to punish your approach.

Danger windows

Be cautious when (E) pull and (Q) outer blade are up, as they enable lethal extended trades.
Avoid prolonged melee range fights where Darius can stack passive and threaten resets with (R).
Watch for level 6 all-in attempts and disengage before five passive stacks accumulate.

Early game

Prioritize safe farming and avoid entering (E) pull range before level 6.
Use (E) and (Q) poke when mana allows but hold (W) to punish Darius if he commits.
Maintain wave control to prevent Darius from forcing extended trades near his passive stacks.

Power spikes

After first mana/AP item, increase wave pressure and trade more confidently while tracking Darius's cooldowns.
Respect Darius's level 6 (R) execute window; avoid extended trades near execute thresholds.
Use level 6 (R) to create map plays or escape dangerous all-ins rather than forcing fights.

Win conditions

Scale safely through controlled farming and use (E) and (Q) rotations to poke and zone Darius.
Punish missed (E) pulls and Darius's cooldowns with (W) root to extend trades on your terms.
Use (R) to create side pressure or escape all-ins, converting wave control into map advantage and teamplay.

Tip: For Ryze vs Darius, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Top lane check.

Updated Jun 4, 2026New matchup