Sett vs Yorick TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Sett vs Yorick

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Pressure Yorick early to deny his grave setup and prevent Maiden from gaining lane control.
Use Sett's high early agency and lane pressure to force close trades and keep Yorick reactive.
This is a control vs splitpush matchup; Sett must disrupt Yorick's scaling by forcing fights and denying side-lane dominance.

Trading pattern

Engage with autos and (E) to pull Yorick into melee range, then spend grit on centered (W) for max damage.
Punish Yorick when he stands near minions or ghouls to land (E) stun and (W) true damage.
Avoid wasting (W) when Yorick can sidestep; bait his cage (W) to create better engage angles.

Danger windows

Yorick is dangerous when his ghouls are ready and (E) mark is applied; avoid trading during this window.
Beware of getting trapped inside (W) cage without escape, especially if you lack grit or cooldowns.
Yorick's sustained side-lane pressure with Maiden can force you to respond; avoid overcommitting if Maiden is alive.

Early game

Start aggressive levels 1-3 to force Yorick into unfavorable trades before he can prep graves.
Use wave control to keep Yorick near minions for (E) stun angles and grit stacking.
Avoid extended poke trades to minimize Yorick's healing from (Q).

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to reposition Yorick into your team or minion wave for a decisive brawl.
First bruiser item spike strengthens Sett's durability and (W) payoff; use wave pressure to force Yorick into risky trades.
Respect Yorick's level 6 when Maiden arrives; prioritize killing Maiden to reduce his sustained pressure.

Win conditions

Win early melee trades by stacking grit and landing centered (W) to deny Yorick's scaling setup.
Use (R) after Yorick commits to force brawls and disrupt his positioning.
Kill Maiden quickly to neutralize Yorick's side-lane pressure and maintain lane control for teamfight impact.