Soraka Support has trouble against Bard (46.6% win rate) based on 886 games. This is a tough matchup for Soraka players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Soraka Support vs Bard Support in patch 15.24 (25.24), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
Current meta showdown: Soraka (5.2% pick rate, 14th most popular out of 52 Support champions) versus Bard (5.7%, 12th place). These two support titans clash constantly, making matchup mastery a decisive factor in your climb. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching S-tier ratings, Soraka struggles with only 46.6% win rate. Bard's mechanics prove more effective in this particular confrontation. Strong champion, tough matchup: Despite Soraka's impressive 52.1% overall win rate, this specific matchup against Bard presents unique challenges requiring focused practice. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Guardian + Font of Life combination (59.0% win rate) plus optimal itemization Moonstone Renewer, Redemption, Shurelya's Battlesong, and Ionian Boots of Lucidity boosts your chances from 46.6% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Vision deficit: Struggling in both the matchup and vision control (0.89 vs 0.96 wards/min) demands defensive warding and heavy jungle coordination. Outclassed across the board: Bard leads in both matchup win rate (53.5%) and damage (466 vs 180/min). Soraka must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Complete dominance by Bard: leads in both matchup win rate (53.5%) and KDA (3.00 vs 2.90, 7th vs 11th place). Soraka players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Tier | S |
| 46.6% | Matchup Winrate | 53.5% |
| 52.10% | Role Winrate | 51.13% |
| #6 | Winrate Rank | #14 |
| 5.2% | Pickrate | 5.7% |
| 2.9 | Average KDA | 3.0 |
| 286 | Gold per Minute | 303 |
| 0.89 | Wards per Minute | 0.96 |
| 180 | Damage per Minute | 466 |
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 Soraka deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Bard has mixed damage, be careful as it may be harder to defend if the opponent gets ahead or plays aggressively.
Consider the excellent vision control demonstrated by Bard, ranking 11th (versus 27th for Soraka) in ward placement among supports. This means the opponent provides better map vision for their team. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (3.0 versus 2.9) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Soraka player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Bard 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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