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Maokai vs Galio SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Galio

Maokai vs Galio

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Control side brush with saplings to deny Galio's engage angles and enable ADC follow-up.
Use (W) root from fog to threaten engages when your ADC can immediately capitalize.
Prioritize river vision and lane pressure to limit Galio's roam and (R) impact on side fights.

Trading pattern

Stack saplings in brush and threaten (W) root to force Galio back before your ADC steps forward.
Hold (W) and (R) for peel or engage only when your ADC can follow up immediately.
Avoid engaging in open lane where Galio can dodge (R) and punish your teamfight entry.

Danger windows

Respect (W) taunt and (E) knock-up combo range to avoid forced trades.
Beware of (R) roam timing enabling him to join fights and disrupt your ADC.
Watch for enemy ADC stepping near your sapling brush, as Galio can punish with short-range CC.

Early game

Win level 2 by landing (W)+(Q) combo with ADC follow-up to secure early priority.
Place saplings in brush early to maintain vision denial and prevent Galio from safely engaging.
Coordinate wave crash with ADC before roaming to keep them safe from (R) counterplay.

Power spikes

Level 2: (W)+(Q) unlocks your main engage threat; contest wave with ADC to capitalize.
Level 3: Full sapling control strengthens brush dominance and poke pattern.
Level 6: (R) enables strong objective fights and counter-engage; use with confirmed ADC follow-up.

Win conditions

Convert brush control into denied enemy ADC positioning and secure dragon vision.
Use (R) layered through river choke points to start or counter-engage objective fights.
Roam safely after wave crash with ADC, placing deep vision to track (R) and mid pressure.

Tip: For Maokai vs Galio, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup