Brand & Xayah vs Jinx & Mel
Bot Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through superior poke damage and passive burn that Mel cannot effectively counter with W reflection timing.
- Post-6 becomes riskier due to Mel's R execute potential, but your R plus Xayah R provides better burst coordination.
Synergy & Trading
- Lead with W-E combo when enemies step up, then use Q for stun if they commit to trades.
- Coordinate your R with Xayah's feather setups to maximize damage while Mel's W is on cooldown.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Roam after level 6 when you have kill pressure in other lanes and Xayah can farm safely.
- Optimal timing is when enemy bot recalls or when mid lane is overextended and vulnerable to your R burst.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never use abilities when Mel W is active since reflection will turn your damage against your team.
- Positioning too close to Xayah when engaging will result in both of you taking Mel's reflected damage simultaneously.
Created on 01/18/2026
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