Aurelion Sol - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
52.4%
Pick Rate
2.6%

Aurelion Solvs Vel'Koz

SMage
Patch26.7
Matches949,984
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedApr 25, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Aurelion Sol wins with a 55.0% win rate (+10.0%) over Vel'Koz based on 20 games. Vel'Koz wins the early laning phase while Aurelion Sol scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Aurelion Sol build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup.

Aurelion Sol Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Aurelion Sol performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.

Compare against an opponent
Vel'Koz - 55.0% win rateVel'Koz(55.0%)
Aurelion Sol - 55.0% win rate in this matchup
Aurelion Sol
55.0% WR
VS
Vel'Koz vs Aurelion Sol matchup - 45.0% win rate
Vel'Koz
45.0% WR

Who Wins the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz Matchup?

Aurelion Sol wins the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup
Winner
Aurelion Sol
Matches: 20
55.0%
Win Rate
45.0%
6.8
CS / min
6.4
934
DMG / min
1,082
14,216
Gold / game
13,619
147
Heal / min
90
438
DMG Mitigated / min
359
0.9
CC / min
1.0
33.3%
Early Game WR
66.7%
58.8%
Late Game WR
41.2%

Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz Matchup Summary

The Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 20 recent matches analyzed, Aurelion Sol wins with a 55.0% win rate compared to Vel'Koz's 45.0%, giving Aurelion Sol a 10.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Vel'Koz controls the early laning stage, but Aurelion Sol outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Vel'Koz needs to press advantages before Aurelion Sol reaches their power spikes, while Aurelion Sol should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Aurelion Sol leads by 134 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Aurelion Sol players can confidently pick into Vel'Koz and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Vel'Koz away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz Laning Phase Breakdown

Aurelion Sol wins the laning phase against Vel'Koz in League of Legends

Aurelion Sol is favored during the laning phase against Vel'Koz, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Aurelion Sol holds advantages in farming, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
6.8Aurelion Sol
6.4Vel'Koz
Aurelion Sol edges out Vel'Koz by 0.4 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 6 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Aurelion Sol.
Damage
934Aurelion Sol
1,082Vel'Koz
Vel'Koz heavily out-damages Aurelion Sol by 148 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Aurelion Sol should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Vel'Koz's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
14,216Aurelion Sol
13,619Vel'Koz
Aurelion Sol earns 597 more gold per game than Vel'Koz, equivalent to roughly one additional component item. This economic edge comes from a combination of better farming, kill participation, and objective control, giving Aurelion Sol slightly faster item completions.
Utility
0.9Aurelion Sol
1.0Vel'Koz
Both Aurelion Sol and Vel'Koz provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.1s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
584Aurelion Sol
450Vel'Koz
Aurelion Sol heals and mitigates 134 more damage per minute than Vel'Koz, providing moderate extra durability. This sustain edge allows Aurelion Sol to stay in lane longer between recalls and gradually win extended wars of attrition. Consider building early grievous wounds if playing Vel'Koz.

Best Aurelion Sol Build Against Vel'Koz

Spellslinger's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Vel'Koz, providing the mobility and stats Aurelion Sol needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Aurelion Sol against Vel'Koz are Liandry's Torment, Rylai's Crystal Scepter and Blackfire Torch. This combination gives Aurelion Sol an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 75.0% win rate across 4 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Vel'Koz. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Vel'Koz
66.7%
+33.3% advantage
Aurelion Sol early game win rateAurelion Sol33.3%
Vel'Koz early game win rateVel'Koz66.7%
Late Game
Aurelion Sol
58.8%
+17.6% advantage
Aurelion Sol late game win rateAurelion Sol58.8%
Vel'Koz late game win rateVel'Koz41.2%

Vel'Koz dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 66.7% win rate — a 33.3 percentage point lead over Aurelion Sol. This lopsided early game means Vel'Koz can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Aurelion Sol is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 58.8% win rate — 17.6 points above Vel'Koz. Extended games heavily favor Aurelion Sol, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Vel'Koz must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Aurelion Sol reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Aurelion Sol survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.

Best Aurelion Sol Runes Against Vel'Koz

Sorcery rune tree - Aurelion Sol primary runes vs Vel'KozSorcery
Arcane Comet - best Aurelion Sol rune vs Vel'KozManaflow Band - best Aurelion Sol rune vs Vel'KozTranscendence - best Aurelion Sol rune vs Vel'KozGathering Storm - best Aurelion Sol rune vs Vel'Koz
Inspiration rune tree - Aurelion Sol secondary runes vs Vel'KozInspiration
Cosmic Insight - best Aurelion Sol rune vs Vel'KozCash Back - best Aurelion Sol rune vs Vel'Koz
100.0% WR

Running Sorcery primary with Inspiration secondary allows Aurelion Sol to press their advantage against Vel'Koz, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Aurelion Sol matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Aurelion Sol's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Aurelion Sol build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Aurelion Sol matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.7
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
45.87%1097.190113,12944.4%46.6%
58.88%1076.691612,44649.0%67.2%
46.94%986.887111,56536.7%57.1%
60.00%856.590212,61453.1%64.2%
45.57%796.482811,19233.3%57.5%
43.04%796.688112,73035.7%47.1%
48.33%606.793812,49751.7%45.2%
49.12%576.277612,28740.0%54.0%
50.88%576.885511,55738.2%69.6%
44.44%546.882411,38644.0%44.8%
54.17%486.691912,65252.4%55.6%
59.57%476.584912,87165.0%55.6%
45.65%466.487512,78033.3%51.6%
36.96%466.690413,30723.5%44.8%
50.00%446.478511,46136.4%63.6%
44.19%436.377311,68327.8%56.0%
44.19%436.583411,59330.0%56.5%
47.62%426.786612,22531.6%60.9%
45.00%406.690414,21441.2%47.8%
52.50%407.085013,25550.0%54.2%
53.85%396.896512,80250.0%57.1%
55.26%386.699413,05350.0%60.0%
65.79%386.993414,42761.5%68.0%
45.71%356.887013,07146.7%45.0%
50.00%347.11,02014,23236.4%56.5%
58.82%346.296813,51740.0%66.7%
54.55%336.787513,66843.8%64.7%
48.48%336.994813,87177.8%37.5%
63.64%337.11,04512,52453.3%72.2%
73.33%307.11,03313,98162.5%77.3%
50.00%307.21,02314,14869.2%35.3%
46.67%306.092312,61138.5%52.9%
64.29%286.486813,43273.3%53.9%
60.71%286.189012,35550.0%71.4%
50.00%286.61,02712,40041.7%56.3%
37.04%276.984113,05425.0%42.1%
46.15%266.979711,00157.1%33.3%
53.85%266.788713,11150.0%55.6%
69.23%266.594712,29644.4%82.3%
42.31%266.093212,47127.3%53.3%
64.00%257.01,08713,70150.0%68.4%
56.52%236.984113,03850.0%60.0%
45.45%226.186611,98225.0%70.0%
33.33%216.686811,41822.2%41.7%
47.62%217.481512,94442.9%57.1%
57.14%216.093112,21150.0%66.7%
55.00%206.893414,21633.3%58.8%
64.71%176.21,14512,51477.8%50.0%
41.18%176.66939,67838.5%50.0%
47.06%176.474913,27250.0%44.4%
56.25%166.686514,10142.9%66.7%
31.25%166.878512,08816.7%40.0%
62.50%166.576111,83150.0%83.3%
50.00%167.177412,72150.0%50.0%
46.67%157.01,08212,57944.4%50.0%
33.33%157.178711,70030.0%40.0%
50.00%146.81,00815,30925.0%60.0%
50.00%147.592213,50657.1%42.9%
69.23%136.198913,12360.0%75.0%
53.85%136.677712,92142.9%66.7%
30.77%136.388213,41366.7%0.0%
50.00%126.61,12912,59137.5%75.0%
58.33%125.582114,345100.0%50.0%
41.67%125.77329,50842.9%40.0%
72.73%116.81,14516,44266.7%75.0%
40.00%107.077111,97525.0%50.0%
40.00%106.794815,38825.0%50.0%
55.56%96.51,0069,38340.0%75.0%
44.44%97.091713,25966.7%33.3%
55.56%96.81,00314,68450.0%57.1%
33.33%94.896012,18233.3%33.3%
55.56%96.687513,46150.0%60.0%
62.50%86.399111,866100.0%50.0%
50.00%86.61,02714,83633.3%60.0%
37.50%85.01,13616,4430.0%42.9%
75.00%85.991012,75566.7%80.0%
71.43%74.71,02416,664100.0%66.7%
28.57%77.173110,29220.0%50.0%
42.86%77.393214,99133.3%50.0%
28.57%76.574410,78133.3%25.0%
33.33%66.582312,1120.0%66.7%
50.00%66.179410,30575.0%0.0%
33.33%67.31,21915,25066.7%0.0%
83.33%63.178912,08566.7%100.0%
33.33%67.21,04010,48733.3%33.3%
66.67%67.11,04714,2960.0%66.7%
20.00%55.878711,83350.0%0.0%
40.00%54.698512,71350.0%33.3%
40.00%52.96749,22225.0%100.0%
40.00%55.869012,2020.0%66.7%
40.00%53.19249,8910.0%66.7%
40.00%54.587612,4090.0%100.0%
80.00%57.790511,925100.0%66.7%
20.00%56.084111,9850.0%50.0%
40.00%56.878312,86850.0%33.3%
60.00%55.81,27412,816100.0%33.3%

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Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Aurelion Sol do against Vel'Koz in League of Legends?

Aurelion Sol wins the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup with a 55.0% win rate compared to Vel'Koz's 45.0%, a 10.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 20 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.

How does Aurelion Sol do against Vel'Koz in the early game?

In the early game, Vel'Koz has the advantage against Aurelion Sol with a 66.7% win rate versus 33.3%. Vel'Koz players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Aurelion Sol do against Vel'Koz in the late game?

In the late game, Aurelion Sol takes over the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup with a 58.8% win rate compared to 41.2%. Aurelion Sol scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup?

Aurelion Sol wins the matchup against Vel'Koz with a 55.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 10.0 percentage point advantage means Aurelion Sol is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 20 games analyzed.

What is the best Aurelion Sol build against Vel'Koz?

The best Aurelion Sol build against Vel'Koz includes Liandry's Torment, Rylai's Crystal Scepter, Blackfire Torch with Spellslinger's Shoes. This build achieves a 75.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Aurelion Sol runes against Vel'Koz?

The best Aurelion Sol runes against Vel'Koz use the Sorcery primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Aurelion Sol vs Vel'Koz matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Aurelion Sol counter Vel'Koz?

Yes, Aurelion Sol has a favorable matchup against Vel'Koz with a 55.0% win rate. Aurelion Sol strongly counters Vel'Koz in lane based on current patch 26.7 data.

How do I play Aurelion Sol against Vel'Koz?

When playing Aurelion Sol against Vel'Koz, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. Play safe early and scale into your power spikes where you outperform Vel'Koz. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.