Illaoi vs Varus Counter Pick
Matchup Summary
What the Data Means
This page breaks down the Illaoi vs Varus matchup in League of Legends in the Top role, using current ranked statistics. Across 211 recorded games on patch 16.13.1, Illaoi wins 42.7% of the time against Varus. That places Varus among Illaoi’s toughest opponents right now — the win rate sits clearly below the break-even line, which is exactly why this matchup is flagged as a counter.
When reading this matchup, weigh the sample size as much as the percentage — bigger samples mean the number is less likely to swing with the next patch. The stats refresh automatically every 48 hours from ranked games at Emerald and above, so this page always reflects the current meta rather than an old snapshot. For itemization and runes, open the current Illaoi build; both champions’ full profiles and remaining matchups are linked below.
FAQ
No — current data marks this as a counter matchup: Varus has the statistical edge. Illaoi wins 42.7% of the recorded games.
42.7% from Illaoi's perspective, measured on patch 16.13.1.
211 ranked games at Emerald rank and above, across all regions.
The current Illaoi build — items, runes and skill order from the same data set — is on the Illaoi build page.