June 2026 · Patch 7.1f
Assassin · JUNGLE

Master Yi Wild Rift Synergies

Master Yi excels in compositions offering speed or attack buffs that amplify his clean-up phase. He benefits from allies who handle initial engagements and leave him only weakened targets. Reverse peel compositions — that protect Yi rather than initiate — maximize his carry potential.

★ JUNGLE Tier S
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Master Yi Wild Rift Synergies

S Tier 2
Lulu Lulu Lulu is one of the best possible enablers for Master Yi because she fixes his two core needs: surviving the first focus and staying glued to the target. Whimsy accelerates access, Wild Growth breaks the burst attempt, and buys him enough time to trigger the first reset. This duo becomes monstrous when the enemy lacks immediate targeted crowd control. ProtectSupport
Combo
WWhimsy→RHighlander→RWild Growth
Yuumi Yuumi Yuumi naturally follows Master Yi's aggressive trajectories and keeps empowering him even as he cuts through the entire enemy line. The sustain, buffs, and attached crowd control create the perfect context for him to turn a first kill into a full reset chain. The duo is extremely difficult to manage for drafts without clean hard CC. ProtectSupport
Combo
EZoomies→QAlpha Strike→RHighlander
A Tier 2
Karma Karma Karma does not neutralize focus as strongly as Lulu does, but she massively speeds up Master Yi's access and improves his first entries. Her shield also helps prevent him from losing his full offensive window before reaching the target. The duo is very good for skirmishes and snowballing. ProtectSupport
Combo
EInspire→RHighlander
Galio Galio Galio complements Master Yi well by providing a second layer of safety as he enters the heart of the fight. Yi draws attention and creates chaos, while Galio punishes the enemy response with his AoE arrival. The duo works well when the team wants to play for resets in tight fights. DiveMid
Combo →Yi force la mêlée, Galio verrouille la réponse ennemie
B Tier 1
Jhin Jhin Jhin can help Master Yi finish fleeing targets, but he solves neither Yi's access problem nor his vulnerability to focus fire. Their coordination mostly exists on already-winning picks rather than on building the entire fight. The duo is therefore more opportunistic than structuring. PokeADC

How to draft around this champion

Synergy angle

Master Yi only becomes truly strong when protected or enhanced. He doesn’t need more damage, but tools to survive his entry. His best synergies extend his action window.

Patch context

Supports like Lulu or Yuumi completely change his gameplay by providing survivability and indirect control, allowing him to play more aggressively.

Draft identity

He fits into compositions built around protecting a single carry.

Quick read

  • He thrives with buffs and shields.
  • He needs a frontline.
  • He depends on allied setup.
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Best composition types

Protect the carry

These comps maximize his survivability and resets by constantly protecting him.

LuluYuumi

How to play it. Play around Yi as the sole win condition.

Engage + follow-up

Engagers create openings Yi can immediately exploit.

Galio

How to play it. Wait for engage before entering.

Scaling DPS

Spreads pressure and prevents full focus on Yi.

Jhin

How to play it. Play around multiple threats.

Composition traps

No frontline

Yi has no one to absorb initial damage and CC.

Full poke

He has no reliable entry and gets zoned.

Priority synergies

Lulu

Lulu

Lulu turns Yi into an uncontrollable threat through buffs and peel.

Common mistakes

Common mistakes

  • Not playing around Yi.
  • Lack of protection.
  • Forcing fights without setup.
  • Ignoring Yi’s timings.

Coach notes

  • Yi is a win condition, not a bonus.
  • A good comp makes him unmanageable.

Synergy reading

What these duos unlock

Master Yi performs best when allies extend the first window of control or damage. The strongest pairings on this page, such as Lulu, Yuumi, Karma, create cleaner fights and more reliable tempo swings.

Profile to look for

Master Yi has a assassin profile, so allies with Protect, Dive are usually the best fit. You often get the most value from partners played in Support, Mid.

When synergy matters most

These pairings matter most around first engage timing, objective setup, and follow-up on crowd control. The page is not just naming allies: it highlights combinations that reduce execution risk for Master Yi.

FAQ

Who is Yi strongest with?

With champions that protect and enhance his survivability.

Does he need a frontline?

Yes, otherwise he cannot enter properly.

Can he play without support?

Yes, but he will be far less impactful.

Why is Lulu so strong with him?

Because she compensates his main weaknesses.

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