Matchup
Heavy AD damageStrong engageDive threatHigh burst
Skill matchup
Build vs Vi
Build adapted to this matchup
Starting items
Core build
Standard
Summoner spells
51%
43%Anti AD
Anti Heal
Anti AP
Anti Tank
DPS
Other options
84.2% WR19 games
Domination
Dark Harvest
Cheap Shot
Grisly Mementos
Ultimate Hunter
Sorcery
Axiom Arcanist
Gathering Storm
Power Spikes
Strength by game phase
Early (0-15)
Mid (15-30)
Late (30+)
Karthus
ViPassive
Favorable
Favorable
Vi's abilities
Passive, spells and ultimate
Blast Shield (P)
Vi charges a shield over time. The shield can be activated by hitting an enemy with an ability.
Cooldowns
Cooldowns by spell rank
| Level | Q | W | E | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 12s | 0s | 1s | – |
| 6 | 9s | 0s | 1s | 2m20 |
| 9 | 6s | 0s | 1s | 2m20 |
| 11 | 6s | 0s | 1s | 1m55 |
| 16 | 6s | 0s | 1s | 1m30 |
| 18 | 6s | 0s | 1s | 1m30 |
Playing against Vi
How to counter and exploit weaknesses
1
Her R is unstoppable but you can prepare: shield, heal, or Zhonya's when you see Vi charging toward you.
2
Her Q charge is visible and audible: side-step or Flash when she releases Q.
3
Vi is squishy if she builds assassin: burst her after she uses R.
4
Her Q can be interrupted during the charge by knockback or created terrain (Anivia wall, Trundle pillar).
Source: op.gg + LTL Engine · Patch 16.9.1 · May 9, 2026