Xerath & Caitlyn vs Lucian & Mel
Bot Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through superior poke range and mana efficiency compared to Mel's higher costs.
- Post-6 remains advantageous as your R provides more consistent teamfight impact than Mel's execute-dependent ultimate.
Synergy & Trading
- Use Q to poke through minions while Caitlyn follows up with autos and Q on the same targets.
- Focus on landing E stuns when they try to engage, as this sets up guaranteed damage from both you and Caitlyn.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Roam mid when waves are pushed and Mel isn't present, as your long-range abilities can secure kills easily.
- Time roams after forcing them to recall or when they're low from poke damage.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't use abilities carelessly when Mel's W is available, as reflected damage can chunk you significantly.
- Avoid positioning too aggressively for poke as Lucian E can close gaps quickly if Mel lands E root.
Created on 01/18/2026
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