Malphite vs Illaoi · Top lane matchup

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Core game plan

At equal skill level, Malphite vs Illaoi must play passively, losing trades early, only poking with Q, and avoid fighting before level 6.
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Strength by game time

Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights

5:5.

4:6.

5:5.

5:5.

6:4.

Farm safely levels 1-3, avoid being hit by her E.Keep distance in lane, use Q to farm and poke.Post-6, use ult to assist ganks or counter-engage.Mid game, roam more and use ult to initiate fights.In teamfights, save ult for key carries and absorb damage.
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Detailed breakdown

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