Vladimir vs Mel
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- Pre-6 you lose trades due to Mel's superior range and poke with Q, but can survive with Q sustain and phase rush mobility.
- Post-6 you have kill pressure if you can get in range, as your burst combo can bypass her W timing if executed properly.
How to Trade
- Look for short Q trades when Mel uses abilities on minions, then immediately back off to avoid her Q poke response.
- Your best all-in window is after she uses W defensively, as you can flash-R-E-Q before the cooldown returns.
Wave Control
- Focus on last-hitting safely and using Q on minions for sustain rather than pushing, as Mel's Q waveclear is superior.
- Let the wave push toward you so you can farm safely near tower and look for jungle assistance.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't try to trade when Mel has W available, as she can reflect your E damage back at you and gain movement speed to kite away.
- Avoid using your pool too early in trades, as good Mel players will save their burst for when you're vulnerable afterward.
Created on 12/10/2025
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