Win Rate
47.6%
Pick Rate
1.5%
Varusvs Volibear
Patch26.15
Matches1,741,960
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedAug 15, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Varus vs Volibear is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.15. Varus wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Volibear based on 5 games. Volibear wins the early laning phase while Varus scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Varus build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Varus vs Volibear matchup.
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Varus Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Varus 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.
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Varus
60.0% WR
VS
Volibear
40.0% WR
Who Wins the Varus vs Volibear Matchup?
Winner
Varus
Matches: 5
60.0%
40.0%
5.3
5.1
770
968
13,165
14,581
122
383
723
1,873
0.9
1.1
0.0%
100.0%
75.0%
25.0%
Varus vs Volibear Matchup Summary
The Varus vs Volibear matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Varus wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Volibear's 40.0%, giving Varus a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Volibear controls the early laning stage, but Varus outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Volibear needs to press advantages before Varus reaches their power spikes, while Varus should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Volibear leads by 1,410 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Varus players can confidently pick into Volibear and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Volibear away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Varus vs Volibear Laning Phase Breakdown
Volibear is favored during the laning phase against Varus, winning 4 out of 5 key stat categories. Volibear holds advantages in damage, gold income, crowd control and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Farming
5.3Varus
5.1Volibear
Varus and Volibear farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.2 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.Damage
770Varus
968Volibear
Volibear heavily out-damages Varus by 198 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Varus should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Volibear's sustained damage advantage take over.Economy
13,165Varus
14,581Volibear
Volibear generates a commanding 1,416 more gold per game than Varus. This substantial economic advantage means Volibear consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Varus should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.Utility
0.9Varus
1.1Volibear
Both Varus and Volibear provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.3s/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
845Varus
2,255Volibear
Volibear vastly out-sustains Varus, healing and mitigating 1,410 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Volibear can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Varus is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Varus, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.Best Varus Build Against Volibear
Mercury's Treads is the optimal boots choice against Volibear, providing the mobility and stats Varus needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Varus against Volibear are Statikk Shiv, Experimental Hexplate and Dusk and Dawn. This combination gives Varus an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Varus vs Volibear matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
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Early Game
Volibear
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Varus0.0%
Volibear100.0%♕
Late Game
Varus
75.0%
+50.0% advantage
Varus75.0%Volibear25.0%Volibear dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Varus. This lopsided early game means Volibear can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Varus is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 75.0% win rate — 50.0 points above Volibear. Extended games heavily favor Varus, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Volibear must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Varus reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Varus 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 Varus Runes Against Volibear
Precision
Resolve
50.0% WR
Running Precision primary with Resolve secondary allows Varus to press their advantage against Volibear, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.
Varus matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.15. The table below shows Varus'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 Varus 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 44.12% | 136 | 6.3 | 794 | 13,666 | 50.8% | 38.7% | |
| 57.02% | 121 | 6.2 | 857 | 14,361 | 50.0% | 61.3% | |
| 50.91% | 110 | 6.0 | 830 | 13,252 | 61.7% | 42.9% | |
| 50.00% | 94 | 6.6 | 902 | 13,578 | 43.8% | 56.5% | |
| 48.15% | 81 | 6.3 | 853 | 13,663 | 54.0% | 43.2% | |
| 51.39% | 72 | 6.3 | 850 | 13,178 | 41.9% | 58.5% | |
| 37.04% | 54 | 6.1 | 740 | 12,830 | 45.5% | 31.3% | |
| 43.40% | 53 | 6.3 | 833 | 13,831 | 59.1% | 32.3% | |
| 37.50% | 48 | 5.9 | 808 | 12,980 | 40.9% | 34.6% | |
| 41.46% | 41 | 6.6 | 871 | 13,613 | 55.0% | 28.6% | |
| 44.83% | 29 | 6.3 | 794 | 12,315 | 53.3% | 35.7% | |
| 55.17% | 29 | 6.2 | 1,003 | 15,537 | 50.0% | 57.9% | |
| 53.57% | 28 | 5.7 | 796 | 15,046 | 71.4% | 47.6% | |
| 50.00% | 28 | 6.3 | 701 | 12,690 | 60.0% | 38.5% | |
| 50.00% | 24 | 6.8 | 926 | 15,202 | 53.9% | 45.5% | |
| 60.87% | 23 | 6.1 | 845 | 13,596 | 54.5% | 66.7% | |
| 45.45% | 22 | 6.7 | 807 | 13,422 | 30.0% | 58.3% | |
| 31.82% | 22 | 6.5 | 672 | 12,790 | 25.0% | 40.0% | |
| 36.36% | 22 | 6.2 | 662 | 12,288 | 33.3% | 38.5% | |
| 45.00% | 20 | 6.0 | 919 | 15,804 | 57.1% | 38.5% | |
| 40.00% | 15 | 6.3 | 774 | 12,198 | 44.4% | 33.3% | |
| 21.43% | 14 | 6.6 | 842 | 12,688 | 28.6% | 14.3% | |
| 76.92% | 13 | 6.0 | 969 | 14,560 | 66.7% | 85.7% | |
| 38.46% | 13 | 6.5 | 936 | 15,234 | 50.0% | 36.4% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 6.6 | 952 | 14,836 | 50.0% | 57.1% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 6.1 | 1,050 | 13,428 | 60.0% | 33.3% | |
| 63.64% | 11 | 6.7 | 944 | 13,007 | 57.1% | 75.0% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 6.7 | 731 | 12,530 | 80.0% | 33.3% | |
| 40.00% | 10 | 6.0 | 730 | 11,121 | 40.0% | 40.0% | |
| 33.33% | 9 | 6.0 | 625 | 13,299 | 0.0% | 37.5% | |
| 66.67% | 9 | 7.2 | 1,150 | 13,411 | 66.7% | 66.7% | |
| 44.44% | 9 | 6.1 | 828 | 13,851 | 40.0% | 50.0% | |
| 25.00% | 8 | 6.1 | 477 | 8,517 | 25.0% | 25.0% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 7.0 | 938 | 13,640 | 75.0% | 50.0% | |
| 75.00% | 8 | 6.5 | 995 | 13,366 | 75.0% | 75.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 6.2 | 703 | 11,256 | 33.3% | 75.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 6.7 | 1,017 | 12,822 | 75.0% | 33.3% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 6.6 | 979 | 13,342 | 66.7% | 25.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 6.3 | 684 | 12,296 | 66.7% | 25.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 5.7 | 1,040 | 15,643 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 71.43% | 7 | 6.7 | 815 | 12,499 | 100.0% | 66.7% | |
| 85.71% | 7 | 7.0 | 943 | 11,170 | 80.0% | 100.0% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 4.6 | 1,094 | 14,499 | 33.3% | 0.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 5.9 | 932 | 14,273 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.0 | 556 | 10,771 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 4.8 | 942 | 14,472 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 6.9 | 1,023 | 12,294 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 16.67% | 6 | 6.3 | 1,313 | 16,076 | 50.0% | 0.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 5.3 | 770 | 13,165 | 0.0% | 75.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 4.7 | 510 | 9,740 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 6.3 | 960 | 11,629 | 66.7% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.4 | 802 | 13,616 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 5.5 | 1,104 | 13,018 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 6.2 | 903 | 15,575 | 50.0% | 33.3% | |
| 80.00% | 5 | 6.1 | 970 | 11,339 | 100.0% | 50.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 7.9 | 1,343 | 13,602 | 100.0% | 0.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.4 | 723 | 12,478 | 0.0% | 33.3% | |
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Varus vs Volibear - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Varus do against Volibear in League of Legends?
Varus wins the Varus vs Volibear matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Volibear's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.15.
How does Varus do against Volibear in the early game?
In the early game, Volibear has the advantage against Varus with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Volibear players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Varus do against Volibear in the late game?
In the late game, Varus takes over the Varus vs Volibear matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to 25.0%. Varus scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Varus vs Volibear matchup?
Varus wins the matchup against Volibear with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.15. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Varus is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.
What is the best Varus build against Volibear?
The best Varus build against Volibear includes Statikk Shiv, Experimental Hexplate, Dusk and Dawn with Mercury's Treads. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Varus runes against Volibear?
The best Varus runes against Volibear use the Precision primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 50.0% win rate in the Varus vs Volibear matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Varus counter Volibear?
Yes, Varus has a favorable matchup against Volibear with a 60.0% win rate. Varus strongly counters Volibear in lane based on current patch 26.15 data.
How do I play Varus against Volibear?
When playing Varus against Volibear, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. Play safe early and scale into your power spikes where you outperform Volibear. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.
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