Caitlyn & Bard vs Ashe & Vel'Koz

Caitlyn
You
Bard
VS
Ashe
Vel'Koz

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Who Wins

  • You win level 2 trades with Q poke and headshot harassment, but lose level 6 all-ins due to Ashe R + Vel'Koz burst combo.
  • Your range advantage diminishes significantly once Vel'Koz reaches level 6 with his enhanced poke and zone control.
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Synergy & Trading

  • Use Q through minions to poke both enemies, then follow with headshot auto on the closest target when Vel'Koz abilities are on cooldown.
  • Focus on short trades using your range advantage and W traps to control enemy positioning rather than extended fights.

Wave Control/Roaming

  • Push early levels to establish range control and trap placement, then maintain a slow push to build minion advantage.
  • Avoid hard shoving after level 6 as it exposes you to Vel'Koz Q-E combo and potential Ashe R engages.

Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't overextend for headshot procs against Vel'Koz as his Q-E combo can chunk you heavily.
  • Avoid fighting in minion waves where Vel'Koz can hit multiple targets with his abilities while you lose Q damage.
Created on 11/22/2025
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