Who Wins
- You have range and trading advantages early through Q shield and auto-attack resets, making levels 1-3 favorable if you space properly.
- Post-6, you win extended fights through R zone control and kiting potential, but Vladimir's sustain and all-in threat with R require careful positioning and cooldown management.
How to Trade
- Use Q-auto trades when Vladimir goes for CS, immediately backing off to avoid his E retaliation, and save W for when he tries to engage or pool forward.
- Your optimal pattern is poking with Q while maintaining distance, then using E for waveclear and W for disengage when he commits.
Wave Control
- Focus on farming safely while poking with Q, then transition to hard pushing with E once you get your first augment to deny Vladimir roam opportunities.
- Maintain wave control through superior range and waveclear, but be cautious of overextending without vision since Vladimir's gank setup is strong.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste W defensively too early in trades since Vladimir can pool the stun and re-engage when it's on cooldown.
- Avoid face-checking bushes or fighting in tight spaces where Vladimir can easily land R and close distance, as your advantage relies on maintaining proper spacing and kiting room.
Created on 05/07/2026
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