Vayne Top counters Darius hard (43.2% win rate) based on 587 games. This matchup is really difficult for Darius players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Darius Top vs Vayne Top in patch 15.17 (25.17), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
Meta staple Darius (7.2% pick rate, 4th most popular out of 65 Top champions) rarely faces off-meta Vayne (1.6% pick rate). However, even uncommon picks can cheese unprepared players, so basic matchup knowledge provides valuable insurance. Surprising upset: Despite Darius's higher tier rating, Vayne wins 56.8% of encounters. This suggests Vayne's kit specifically counters Darius's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Phase Rush + Nimbus Cloak combination (67.0% win rate) plus optimal itemization Stridebreaker, Spear of Shojin, Sterak's Gage, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 43.2% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Darius faces both matchup (43.22%) and farming disadvantages (6.30 vs 6.61/min). With a 0.31 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Vayne leads in both matchup win rate (56.8%) and damage (756 vs 714/min). Darius must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Darius maintains better KDA (1.80, 40th place vs 51st for Vayne), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B+ | Tier | B |
| 43.2% | Matchup Winrate | 56.8% |
| 50.06% | Role Winrate | 50.27% |
| #40 | Winrate Rank | #36 |
| 7.2% | Pickrate | 1.6% |
| 1.8 | Average KDA | 1.6 |
| 441 | Gold per Minute | 425 |
| 6.30 | CS/Min | 6.61 |
| 0.30 | Wards per Minute | 0.33 |
| 714 | Damage per Minute | 756 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Except for rare builds, Darius deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Vayne has mixed damage, be careful as it may be harder to defend if the opponent gets ahead or plays aggressively.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Vayne, ranking 26th (versus 40th for Darius) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (1.6 versus 1.8) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Darius player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Vayne player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
