Talon vs Vladimir
Mid Lane MatchupTalon vs Vladimir MID matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through levels 2-3 when you can land W into Q combos while Vladimir lacks sustain stacks.
- Post-6 becomes more complex as Vladimir's R gives him kill pressure, but you still win short trades if you avoid his empowered Q.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading is W poke into immediate retreat, or full W-Q-auto combo when Vladimir uses Q on minions.
- Never extend trades beyond your initial burst as his sustain and DPS will outscale the exchange.
Wave Control
- Push early levels to establish priority, then look for roam timings when Vladimir is forced to farm under tower.
- Avoid slow pushing into him as he can sustain through poke and will eventually outscale your wave control.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't commit to all-ins without accounting for Vladimir's W pool escape and healing potential.
- Missing your W or engaging when he has empowered Q and full health will result in failed trades or death.
Created on 02/12/2026
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