Expert Yasuo Mid Lane Guide: Strategy, Builds & Matchups
The ultimate guide to mastering Yasuo, the Unforgiven, in League of Legends.
Yasuo wielding sword in combat stance
Strong Matchups (60%+ Win Rate):
- Tristana (70.6%)
- Talon (61.9%)
- Swain (61.9%)
- Sylas (60.8%)
- Ambessa (58.8%)
- Lux (58.2%)
Weak Matchups (Sub-40% Win Rate):
- Kayle (31.6%)
- Qiyana (33.3%)
- Annie (33.3%)
- Taliyah (36.8%)
- Zoe (37.9%)
- Galio (38.8%)
Best Synergy Partners:
- Diana (51.9% Win Rate)
- Lee Sin (50.8% Win Rate)
Essential Tips & Tricks:
- Wave Management
- Always leave one minion for escape when using E through wave
- Use minion wave for mobility and gap closing
- Ultimate Usage
- Don't engage on every knock-up opportunity
- Assess team fight situations before committing
- Wait for optimal moment to maximize impact
- Windwall (W) Management
- Conserve Windwall for crucial moments
- Save it for protection against ganks
- Counter enemy ultimate abilities strategically
Pro Tips for Success:
- Practice E+Q combo for consistent tornado generation
- Master wall dashes for unexpected engage angles
- Learn to track enemy CC cooldowns
- Develop muscle memory for quick Q stacking
- Focus on CS perfection during early game
- Time your trades with passive shield availability
Remember to adapt your build and playstyle based on matchups, and continuously practice champion mechanics to improve performance.