Sion vs Vayne TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Sion vs Vayne

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Prioritize wave control and health scaling to survive Vayne's ranged pressure and true damage threat.
Avoid giving Vayne free space to kite and punish her mobility by hiding (Q) charge angles in fog or brush.
This is a control vs scale matchup where Sion aims to become a durable front line and force fights on his terms.

Trading pattern

Use (E) to slow Vayne and threaten charged (Q) from concealed angles for favorable trades.
Avoid trading when (W) shield is down or after a missed (Q) to reduce damage taken.
Punish (E) cooldown by committing to engage with (Q) and (R) before she can reposition or stun.

Danger windows

Be cautious when (Q) is visible or missed, as Sion loses threat and can be kited.
Respect (E) wall stun and (R) stealth repositioning to avoid getting pinned or burst down.
Avoid extended trades or low-health fights without (W) shield or (R) available to prevent lethal punishment.

Early game

Focus on farming safely and stacking (W) shield to build health before level 6.
Avoid charging (Q) in obvious spots early to prevent easy dodges and punish from Vayne.
Use (E) slow to set up (Q) from fog or brush, but only when (E) is down or she is out of position.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) with a clear path to force fights or return to lane with pressure; force Vayne to break her positioning.
After stacking health and tank items, absorb space and threaten charged (Q) zones to control lane and teamfights.
Respect Vayne's level 6 (R) stealth repositioning and (E) wall stun; avoid extended fights when these are available.

Win conditions

Use wave control and (W) stacking to scale into a tanky front line that can absorb Vayne's true damage.
Land charged (Q) from fog or brush to initiate fights and punish Vayne's positioning mistakes.
Utilize (R) to engage or disrupt teamfights, forcing Vayne into short spaces where her mobility is limited.