Vel'Koz Support has trouble against Rakan (48.4% win rate) based on 472 games. This is a tough matchup for Vel'Koz players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Vel'Koz Support vs Rakan Support in patch 15.18 (25.18), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 66.2% in this matchup.
With 2.6% popularity, Vel'Koz constantly encounters meta-dominant Rakan (4.5%, 17th place out of 52 Support champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Vel'Koz performance in the current patch. Surprising upset: Despite Vel'Koz's higher tier rating, Rakan wins 51.6% of encounters. This suggests Rakan's kit specifically counters Vel'Koz's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Dark Harvest + Cheap Shot combination (71.2% win rate) plus optimal itemization Luden's Companion, Horizon Focus, Liandry's Torment, and Sorcerer's Shoes boosts your chances from 48.4% to 66.2% - potentially game-changing.
Vision deficit: Struggling in both the matchup and vision control (0.84 vs 0.87 wards/min) demands defensive warding and heavy jungle coordination. Damage doesn't equal wins: Vel'Koz outputs more damage (859 vs 238/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Complete dominance by Rakan: leads in both matchup win rate (51.6%) and KDA (2.80 vs 2.30, 10th vs 37th place). Vel'Koz players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Tier | B |
| 48.4% | Matchup Winrate | 51.6% |
| 51.82% | Role Winrate | 49.48% |
| #9 | Winrate Rank | #36 |
| 2.6% | Pickrate | 4.5% |
| 2.3 | Average KDA | 2.8 |
| 323 | Gold per Minute | 291 |
| 0.84 | Wards per Minute | 0.87 |
| 859 | Damage per Minute | 238 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Vel'Koz versus Rakan matchup as support, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
The magic damage that Vel'Koz deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Rakan 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 Rakan, ranking 23rd (versus 32nd for Vel'Koz) in ward placement among supports. This means the opponent provides better map vision for their team. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.8 versus 2.3) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Vel'Koz player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Rakan 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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