Karthusvs Swain
Karthus vs Swain is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Swain wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Karthus based on 5 games. Karthus wins the early laning phase while Swain scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Karthus build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Karthus vs Swain matchup.
Karthus Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Karthus 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.
Swain(40.0%)Who Wins the Karthus vs Swain Matchup?
Karthus vs Swain Matchup Summary
The Karthus vs Swain matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Swain wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Karthus's 40.0%, giving Swain a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Karthus controls the early laning stage, but Swain outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Karthus needs to press advantages before Swain reaches their power spikes, while Swain should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Swain leads by 775 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Swain has a strong advantage in this matchup. Karthus players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Swain overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Karthus vs Swain Laning Phase Breakdown
Swain is favored during the laning phase against Karthus, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Swain holds advantages in farming, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Karthus0.0%Swain0.0%Karthus40.0%Swain60.0%The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Karthus and Swain, with Karthus holding a razor-thin 0.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.
Swain is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 60.0% win rate — 20.0 points above Karthus. Extended games heavily favor Swain, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
The power dynamics shift as the game progresses — Karthus has the edge early, but Swain gradually takes over. However, the margins are slim enough that either champion can win at any stage with the right plays. Focus on taking advantages when you have them rather than waiting for a specific game phase.
Best Karthus Runes Against Swain
Domination
Sorcery
The Domination and Sorcery rune setup gives Karthus the best tools to compete against Swain in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Karthus matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Karthus'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 Karthus build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58.62% | 29 | 1.5 | 1,183 | 14,830 | 45.5% | 66.7% | |
| 40.74% | 27 | 1.6 | 1,186 | 14,774 | 44.4% | 38.9% | |
| 50.00% | 24 | 1.4 | 1,102 | 14,512 | 57.1% | 47.1% | |
| 58.33% | 24 | 1.5 | 1,296 | 14,771 | 77.8% | 46.7% | |
| 40.91% | 22 | 1.5 | 1,311 | 15,917 | 50.0% | 38.9% | |
| 36.36% | 22 | 2.1 | 1,336 | 14,564 | 33.3% | 37.5% | |
| 50.00% | 22 | 7.0 | 1,210 | 13,737 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 59.09% | 22 | 6.0 | 1,264 | 15,136 | 62.5% | 57.1% | |
| 35.00% | 20 | 1.3 | 1,154 | 13,256 | 27.3% | 44.4% | |
| 75.00% | 20 | 6.2 | 1,360 | 14,522 | 87.5% | 66.7% | |
| 47.37% | 19 | 5.9 | 1,165 | 13,425 | 44.4% | 50.0% | |
| 72.22% | 18 | 1.8 | 1,154 | 14,012 | 62.5% | 80.0% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 2.1 | 1,460 | 15,291 | 75.0% | 50.0% | |
| 57.14% | 14 | 6.1 | 1,303 | 14,956 | 40.0% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 14 | 1.8 | 1,189 | 14,813 | 66.7% | 45.5% | |
| 53.85% | 13 | 1.3 | 1,088 | 12,751 | 33.3% | 71.4% | |
| 25.00% | 12 | 1.3 | 1,098 | 12,289 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 83.33% | 12 | 1.3 | 1,184 | 14,665 | 75.0% | 87.5% | |
| 50.00% | 12 | 1.4 | 1,196 | 14,703 | 40.0% | 57.1% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 1.4 | 1,114 | 13,607 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 81.82% | 11 | 1.2 | 1,279 | 15,317 | 66.7% | 87.5% | |
| 72.73% | 11 | 1.4 | 1,159 | 13,864 | 80.0% | 66.7% | |
| 60.00% | 10 | 1.4 | 1,388 | 13,386 | 60.0% | 60.0% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 6.6 | 1,241 | 14,973 | 50.0% | 57.1% | |
| 11.11% | 9 | 2.9 | 828 | 9,919 | 12.5% | 0.0% | |
| 88.89% | 9 | 1.4 | 1,310 | 15,853 | 50.0% | 100.0% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 1.7 | 1,273 | 14,647 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 33.33% | 9 | 2.8 | 1,112 | 11,752 | 33.3% | 33.3% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 7.3 | 1,591 | 19,824 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 22.22% | 9 | 1.2 | 1,018 | 12,898 | 0.0% | 66.7% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 6.4 | 1,367 | 14,953 | 0.0% | 71.4% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 1.2 | 908 | 10,001 | 20.0% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 3.8 | 1,268 | 14,420 | 100.0% | 20.0% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 1.2 | 1,109 | 13,364 | 40.0% | 33.3% | |
| 37.50% | 8 | 1.4 | 1,157 | 15,155 | 33.3% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 8 | 1.0 | 1,003 | 13,365 | 25.0% | 75.0% | |
| 28.57% | 7 | 7.4 | 1,199 | 13,069 | 25.0% | 33.3% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 7.0 | 1,427 | 15,697 | 50.0% | 60.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 6.3 | 1,277 | 14,821 | 60.0% | 50.0% | |
| 14.29% | 7 | 6.5 | 1,381 | 13,841 | 0.0% | 20.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 7.3 | 1,179 | 14,684 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 1.3 | 1,150 | 11,416 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 6.9 | 1,199 | 13,873 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.9 | 1,279 | 12,344 | 25.0% | 100.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 5.5 | 1,336 | 16,713 | 100.0% | 60.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 1.3 | 1,271 | 15,582 | 0.0% | 80.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.0 | 1,267 | 14,523 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 7.1 | 1,369 | 15,403 | 0.0% | 75.0% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 1.9 | 1,280 | 16,108 | 100.0% | 20.0% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 2.7 | 1,167 | 13,592 | 100.0% | 75.0% | |
| 66.67% | 6 | 1.3 | 1,274 | 13,557 | 75.0% | 50.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 1.2 | 1,228 | 14,214 | 0.0% | 20.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.8 | 1,392 | 15,692 | 66.7% | 33.3% | |
| 83.33% | 6 | 1.5 | 1,288 | 17,185 | 100.0% | 75.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 2.3 | 947 | 9,379 | 33.3% | 50.0% | |
| 0.00% | 5 | 2.6 | 1,155 | 13,168 | 0.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.5 | 1,457 | 14,510 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 2.5 | 1,225 | 11,043 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 7.3 | 1,213 | 14,006 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 2.6 | 1,420 | 15,798 | 66.7% | 0.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 7.4 | 1,469 | 13,843 | 50.0% | 66.7% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 4.3 | 1,083 | 12,457 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
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Karthus vs Swain - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Karthus do against Swain in League of Legends?
Swain wins the Karthus vs Swain matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Karthus's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.
How does Karthus do against Swain in the early game?
In the early game, Karthus has the advantage against Swain with a 0.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Karthus players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Karthus do against Swain in the late game?
In the late game, Swain takes over the Karthus vs Swain matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to 40.0%. Swain scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Karthus vs Swain matchup?
Swain wins the matchup against Karthus with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Swain is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.
What is the best Karthus build against Swain?
The best Karthus build against Swain includes optimized core items. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Karthus runes against Swain?
The best Karthus runes against Swain use the Domination primary tree with Sorcery secondary. This rune setup achieves a 66.7% win rate in the Karthus vs Swain matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Karthus counter Swain?
No, Karthus struggles against Swain with only a 40.0% win rate. Swain has the advantage in this matchup. Karthus players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Swain's lead.
How do I play Karthus against Swain?
When playing Karthus against Swain, play cautiously and avoid Swain's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Swain has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.