Ryze vs Sion TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ryze vs Sion

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Ryze should focus on safe scaling and controlled wave management to avoid giving Sion free all-in windows.
This matchup is a scaling vs scaling battle where Ryze must avoid early health loss and leverage waveclear for map plays.

Trading pattern

Trade using (E) and (Q) combos, holding (W) to root Sion when he commits or overextends.
Avoid trading when low on mana or when (W) is needed defensively to prevent Sion's engage.
Punish missed or interrupted (Q) charges by stepping forward with spell rotations for damage.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Sion has (R) available with a clear engage path; sidestep or break his angle before impact.
Respect charged (Q) knockup attempts from fog or brush, as these are high-threat windows.
Avoid extended fights when (W) shield is up and after you have expended your (W) root cooldown.

Early game

Prioritize farming safely and avoid extended trades before your first mana/AP item to minimize early damage.
Use (E) and (Q) short trades when (W) shield is down to maximize damage output.
Maintain spacing to dodge or punish Sion's charged (Q) attempts from fog or brush angles.

Power spikes

After your first mana/AP item, pressure the wave and trades more confidently while tracking Sion's key cooldowns.
At level 6, use (R) for map plays, picks, or defensive resets rather than forced all-ins.
Respect Sion's level 6 (R) engage and charged (Q) zones, especially when his (W) shield is active and health scaling is high.

Win conditions

Scale safely through controlled farming and use waveclear to deny Sion's roam or engage setups.
Use (W) root to punish Sion's overcommitments or missed (Q) charges for short trades.
Leverage your (R) to create side pressure or assist team fights once you have your first item and level 6.