Bard & Caitlyn vs Vayne & Rakan
Bot Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win level 2 with Q stun setups enabling Caitlyn's damage, but lose level 6 as Rakan's R-W combo becomes too reliable to counter.
- Your early game crowd control advantage diminishes significantly once Rakan gains his ultimate engage tool.
Synergy & Trading
- Look for Q angles through minions to stun both enemies, then follow with auto-attacks and meep procs while Caitlyn capitalizes with headshots.
- Use W to sustain through return trades and enable more aggressive positioning for future Q attempts.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Roam frequently after establishing early lane dominance, targeting mid lane around levels 4-6 when your Q-E combo is most impactful.
- Time roams when Caitlyn has pushed the wave and can safely farm under tower or when jungle objectives are spawning.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't use E aggressively for engages against Rakan as he can easily follow your tunnel with his own mobility spells.
- Avoid face-checking brushes without vision as Rakan-Vayne can turn fights quickly in confined spaces where your Q angles are limited.
Created on 11/21/2025
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