Matchup of the Day

Darius vs. Malphite (top Lane)

A detailed breakdown of the lane, from early game to late.

Winrate: 45.6%Patch 15.19103 Matches

Matchup Win Rate

45.6%

Gold Diff @ 15

+181g

Gold Diff @ End

+830g

Average KDA

5/6/4

Master Tier Analysis

Your Win Condition

E (Apprehend) him when he Qs.

General Strategy

This is a simple matchup; just focus on the one key mechanic. Buy upgraded boots for MS. Walk directly toward him when he Q's; there is a small window during the Q missile travel time where he is in E range, allowing you to pull him.

Trading Patterns

Exploit the Q animation window to cancel the Q cast with your pull.

Wave Management

Their Win Condition

Q poke.

Build & Rune Breakdown

Darius Build

Starting Items (53.1% WR)

ItemItem

Core Items (75.0% WR)

ItemItemItem

Optimal Runes (54.9% WR)

Press the AttackLethal TempoFleet FootworkConqueror
Absorb LifeTriumphPresence of Mind
Legend: AlacrityLegend: HasteLegend: Bloodline
Coup de GraceCut DownLast Stand
DemolishFont of LifeShield Bash
ConditioningSecond WindBone Plating
OvergrowthRevitalizeUnflinching

Skill Priority

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Skill Order

Q
3
4
5
7
9
W
1
14
15
E
2
8
10
12
13
R
6
11

Malphite Build

Starting Items (54.8% WR)

ItemItem

Core Items (25.0% WR)

ItemItemItem

Optimal Runes (54.0% WR)

Summon AeryArcane CometPhase Rush
Axiom ArcanistManaflow BandNimbus Cloak
TranscendenceCelerityAbsolute Focus
ScorchWaterwalkingGathering Storm
DemolishFont of LifeShield Bash
ConditioningSecond WindBone Plating
OvergrowthRevitalizeUnflinching

Skill Priority

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q>
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Skill Order

Q
1
4
5
7
9
W
3
13
E
2
8
10
12
14
R
6
11

Who wins this matchup?

Darius
Malphite

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Match Flow Visualization

Darius

Combat Stats

Malphite
5/6/4KDA4/5/8
35%Kill Participation40%
46%Win Rate54%

Damage Dealt @ 15 min

Darius
5,768
Malphite
7,316

Damage Dealt @ End

Darius
17,846
Malphite
20,769

Damage Taken @ End

Darius
20,769
Malphite
17,846