Yasuo vs Viktor TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Yasuo vs Viktor

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Yasuo must pressure Viktor early to deny his scaling and avoid a passive lane state.
Use your high mobility and wave control to create short trades and look for knockup setups.
This is a snowball vs scale matchup where Yasuo aims to dominate lane and disrupt Viktor's item progression.

Trading pattern

Stack (Q) and dash through minions with (E) to control space and threaten knockups.
Use (W) to block (E) laser poke and engage only when (W) is available.
Punish Viktor when he misuses (W) or wastes abilities on wave clear by committing to short trades or all-ins.

Danger windows

Respect (W) zone control and avoid engaging while it is active to prevent stun.
Be cautious when your (W) and passive shield are down, as you lose key defensive tools.
Track Viktor's level 6 (R) availability and avoid risky trades without knockup or ultimate ready.

Early game

At level 2, use (Q) and (E) combo aggressively to trade when (W) is down or poorly placed.
Maintain wave presence to keep mobility options open and avoid getting stunned by delayed (W).
Avoid extended trades early as Viktor's poke with (E) and shield (Q) can punish overcommitment.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (Q)+(E) combo; use this window to force trades and gain lane control.
Level 6 (R) enables lethal all-ins if you have knockup access; track its cooldown closely.
First completed item boosts your damage and wave pressure; increase aggression while respecting Viktor's defensive tools.

Win conditions

Use wave control and mobility to maintain pressure and deny Viktor safe scaling.
Look for knockup combos to trigger (R) and secure kills or force Viktor out of lane.
After first item, increase lane aggression to snowball lead and transition into side-lane pressure or teamfights.