Cassiopeia Mid counters Sylas hard (46.0% win rate) based on 522 games. This matchup is really difficult for Sylas players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Sylas Mid vs Cassiopeia Mid in patch 15.17 (25.17), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 57.9% in this matchup.
Meta staple Sylas (7.1% pick rate, 3rd most popular out of 61 Mid champions) rarely faces off-meta Cassiopeia (1.2% pick rate). However, even uncommon picks can cheese unprepared players, so basic matchup knowledge provides valuable insurance. Surprising upset: Despite Sylas's higher tier rating, Cassiopeia wins 54.1% of encounters. This suggests Cassiopeia's kit specifically counters Sylas's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Electrocute + Sudden Impact combination (60.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Hextech Rocketbelt, Shadowflame, Rabadon's Deathcap, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 46.0% to 57.9% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Sylas faces both matchup (45.95%) and farming disadvantages (5.35 vs 7.36/min). With a 2.01 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Sylas outputs more damage (881 vs 702/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: Sylas maintains better KDA (2.10, 47th place vs 55th for Cassiopeia), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | C |
| 46.0% | Matchup Winrate | 54.1% |
| 49.76% | Role Winrate | 49.63% |
| #44 | Winrate Rank | #46 |
| 7.1% | Pickrate | 1.2% |
| 2.1 | Average KDA | 2.0 |
| 394 | Gold per Minute | 419 |
| 5.35 | CS/Min | 7.36 |
| 0.30 | Wards per Minute | 0.34 |
| 881 | Damage per Minute | 702 |
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 Sylas deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Meanwhile, Cassiopeia deals primarily magic damage (95.19%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Cassiopeia, ranking 5th (versus 60th for Sylas) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.0 versus 2.1) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Sylas player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Cassiopeia 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
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
