Veigar vs Malzahar
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose most early trades due to Malzahar's superior range and E poke, but can match his damage if you consistently land Q on both him and minions.
- Post-6 you have higher burst potential with R, but must respect his R lockdown which can set up jungle ganks easily.
How to Trade
- You want to Q through minions to hit Malzahar while farming, maximizing your AP stacking while trading efficiently.
- Use E defensively when he tries to all-in with R, as the stun can interrupt his channel and turn the fight in your favor.
Wave Control
- You should focus on farming safely and stacking Q rather than fighting for wave control early, as Malzahar's E makes wave contests unfavorable.
- Look for opportunities to freeze waves near your tower where you can farm safely and force him to overextend for poke.
Mistakes to Avoid
- You cannot afford to waste your E cage on failed trades, as it's your only escape tool against his R engage and jungle pressure.
- Don't get baited into using R on him when he's healthy, as his passive shield and potential Barrier make kills unlikely without setup.
Created on 01/01/2026
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