Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through Black Shield negating Mel's E root while providing superior trading with Q setup and W damage.
- Post-6 you maintain advantage with R engage potential that forces defensive play from the enemy duo.
Synergy & Trading
- Use Black Shield to protect Xayah from Mel's E, then follow up with Q when enemies are out of position for feather combos.
- Coordinate R engages when Mel's W is down as she cannot reflect your ultimate damage.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Roam when Xayah has wave control and enemies are pushed up, targeting mid lane around levels 6-9 when your R becomes available.
- Time roams after forcing Mel's W cooldown so she cannot protect against ganks.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't use Black Shield on minor poke as you need it to counter Mel's E root in crucial moments.
- Avoid using Q without proper setup as missing it gives them a free trading window while your key ability is down.
Created on 01/18/2026
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