Mel ADC has trouble against Varus (47.8% win rate) based on 457 games. This is a tough matchup for Mel players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Mel ADC vs Varus ADC in patch 15.14 (25.14), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 52.2% in this matchup.
Mel with 1.1% pick rate (26th place among ADC champions) rarely faces Varus, who maintains 5.0% popularity. While this matchup isn't common overall, Varus's solid presence in the meta makes understanding it worthwhile when you do play Mel. Surprising upset: Despite Mel's higher tier rating, Varus wins 52.3% of encounters. This suggests Varus's kit specifically counters Mel's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Arcane Comet + Manaflow Band combination (100.0% win rate) plus optimal itemization Archangel's Staff, Liandry's Torment, Shadowflame, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 47.8% to 52.2% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Mel faces both matchup (47.75%) and farming disadvantages (6.21 vs 7.41/min). With a 1.20 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Mel outputs more damage (898 vs 871/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Strong individual performance: Mel maintains better KDA (2.70, 5th place vs 20th for Varus), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
The magic damage that Mel deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Varus 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 Varus, ranking 6th (versus 27th for Mel) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.3 versus 2.7) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Mel player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Varus 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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Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
+8 Ability Haste
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Damaging a champion with an ability hurls a comet at their location, or, if Arcane Comet …
Hitting an enemy champion with an ability permanently increases your maximum ma…
Damaging champions with impaired movement or actions deals 10 - 45 bonus true d…
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
