Laning Against Pyke

Position behind minions constantly to block his Q (Bone Skewer) hook ability.

Maintain maximum distance and track his movements carefully to avoid engagement range.

Watch for roams after Mobility Boots purchase - ping missing immediately to warn teammates.

Strategy Against Pyke

• Avoid staying at low HP in team fights to prevent his Ultimate (Death from Below) resets
• Use Flash to dodge his Ultimate execution
• Ward flanks during objective control to prevent surprise engages
• Apply crowd control immediately when he engages to prevent his combo execution

Power Spikes and Timing

Level 1-2: Early kill pressure - match his level timing to stay safe Level 6: Increased threat from Ultimate execute - maintain higher HP Post-Mobility Boots: Expect frequent roams - enhance map awareness

Strong Counters:

• Maokai (Tank sustain, reliable CC)
• Poppy (W blocks dash, tankiness)
• Sona (Sustain, poke pressure)
• Pantheon (Strong early game, point-click CC)

Weak Against:

• Braum
• Bard
• LeBlanc
• Nami

Key Tips:

• Always maintain minion positioning
• Track roam timings
• Save CC for his engagement
• Coordinate team focus when he's locked down
• Preserve Flash for Ultimate dodging

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