Brand & Zaahen vs Aphelios & Thresh
Bot Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You struggle pre-6 due to Thresh's superior engage and Aphelios's range advantage forcing defensive play.
- Post-6 your R gives teamfight presence, but Zaahen's gap-close and revive passive make coordinated dives risky against good positioning.
Synergy & Trading
- Use W to zone and poke, then follow with Q stun when Thresh engages or enemies group for your passive spread.
- Save E for when Zaahen commits with R, as the damage amplification helps burst him before his revive triggers.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Roam when Zaahen has low stacks and can't effectively 2v1, typically after he's been poked down or forced to back.
- Time roams around your R cooldown since it's crucial for impactful ganks mid-game.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste Q stun on Thresh when his lantern is available, as he can easily escape and waste your key crowd control.
- Avoid fighting when Zaahen has full Determination stacks and revive, as your damage over time doesn't effectively counter his burst potential.
Created on 12/08/2025
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