Vel'Koz vs Orianna
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose early trades levels 1-3 as Orianna's Q-W combo outdamages your single Q poke and she can shield your return damage.
- At level 6, you win the all-in potential with your true damage ultimate if you can land your full combo, but Orianna's R can disrupt your channeling.
How to Trade
- You want to poke with Q from maximum range and immediately back away to avoid Orianna's Q-W retaliation.
- Only commit to extended trades when you have multiple abilities up and can proc your passive for true damage.
Wave Control
- You should push early waves with W to match Orianna's waveclear and prevent her from roaming freely.
- Focus on maintaining distance while clearing waves, as getting too close allows her to zone you with ball positioning.
Mistakes to Avoid
- You must avoid standing in minion waves where Orianna can hit both you and minions with her Q-W combo for efficient trading.
- Never channel your ultimate when Orianna has her R available, as she can easily interrupt and kill you during the animation.
Created on 11/14/2025
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