K'Sante vs Illaoi TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

K'Sante vs Illaoi TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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K'Sante into Illaoimedium

Overview

Control the lane by stacking and denying Illaoi tentacle zones to limit her all-in threat.
Maintain medium pressure to prevent Illaoi from freely setting up tentacles and forcing committed fights.
Leverage terrain and displacement to isolate and punish Illaoi in short, controlled trades.

Trading pattern

Trade around K'Sante Q3 readiness and use to disrupt Illaoi's tentacle slams and damage bursts.
Avoid fighting inside Illaoi's tentacle zones unless is ready to isolate and win the duel.
Punish Illaoi after she misses or when her tentacles are cleared to force her to reset her zone.

Danger windows

Respect Illaoi's spirit pull as it sets up her tentacle damage and all-in potential.
Be cautious when Illaoi has multiple tentacles around and ready, as she can turn ganks and fights decisively.
Avoid extended trades or committing when your and K'Sante Q3 are down, as your engage and peel options weaken.

Early game

Focus on stacking and short trades before level 6 to build pressure without overcommitting.
Use to interrupt Illaoi's damage and avoid fighting near her tentacles early.
Avoid extended trades without K'Sante Q3 or ready since Illaoi punishes sustained fights near her zone.

Power spikes

At level 6, use only when isolating Illaoi near terrain for a favorable duel.
After your first tank item, trade confidently around stacks and reserve for key damage absorption and displacement.
Respect Illaoi's level 6 power spike and avoid clustered fights near her tentacle zone.

Win conditions

Use your tank form and displacement tools to control space and deny Illaoi tentacle placement.
Only use to isolate Illaoi near terrain when you can secure a winning duel or force her out of lane pressure.
Maintain a controlled lane state, punish Illaoi's missed , and leverage terrain fights to peel or kill in teamfights.