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Yasuo vs Aurora

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Use (Q) and (E) to control space and pressure Aurora early, denying her safe farming and picks.
Manage wave states to maintain mobility and avoid being vulnerable without minion targets for (E).
This is a snowball vs scale matchup; prioritize early aggression to prevent Aurora from reaching her burst potential.

Trading pattern

Stack (Q) and dash through minions with (E) to engage trades, using (W) to block Aurora's key projectiles.
Punish Aurora immediately after she uses (W), as she loses her quick escape and can be forced into unfavorable trades.
Commit to all-ins only when you can land your tornado knockup to enable (R) follow-up for maximum burst.

Danger windows

Respect Aurora's level 6 ultimate window, as her burst and mobility peak, making her more dangerous.
Be cautious when (W) and your passive shield are down, as you lose key defenses against Aurora's burst.
Avoid trading when you lack minion targets for (E), as your mobility and escape options are limited.

Early game

Hit level 2 quickly to unlock (Q) and (E) combo for strong trades and all-in threats.
Use minion waves to dash and reposition, punishing Aurora's long (E) animation and low range.
Avoid extended fights when (W) is down, as Yasuo loses key defensive tools against Aurora's burst.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlock of (Q)+(E) combo gives Yasuo a strong early trade and all-in window; use it when cooldowns and spacing favor you.
Level 6 (R) unlock enables powerful follow-up on knockups; track this to secure picks or force resets.
First completed item increases Yasuo's damage and trade reliability; apply more pressure on waves and trades after this point.

Win conditions

Snowball early by using (Q) and (E) to pressure Aurora and deny her safe farming and picks.
Use knockups to enable (R) for decisive all-ins and skirmishes.
Leverage wave control and mobility to create side pressure and force Aurora into unfavorable fights or missed farm.