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Ahri vs Zilean MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean

Ahri vs Zilean

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use (Q) and (W) for short trades to chip Zilean before he sets double bombs.
Hold (E) to punish Zilean's forward movement or when he commits to bomb placement.
Control wave tempo to enable roams or river pressure once level 6 (R) is available.

Trading pattern

Poke with (Q) and (W) to pressure Zilean, then look for (E) angles when he oversteps.
Avoid using (E) blindly; punish only when Zilean commits or loses mobility cooldowns.
Disengage after short trades unless (R) allows a clean extension or pick.

Danger windows

Respect Zilean's double bomb stun combo; avoid standing in minion zones where bombs land.
Be cautious when (R) is down; Ahri is vulnerable without mobility to dodge bombs or stuns.
Avoid committing forward after using (Q) or (W) without (R) available to escape.

Early game

Prioritize level 3 for flexible short trades but save (E) for real punish windows.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 as Zilean's double bomb stun and speed control are strong.
Thin the wave to deny Zilean safe bomb zones and reduce his poke effectiveness.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) turns Ahri into a safer pick and chase champion; use it for picks and roams.
First completed mage item boosts waveclear and trading power; pressure waves confidently after.
Level 3 grants more short-trade options but keep (E) for punish windows, not forced trades.

Win conditions

Land (E) to pick off Zilean or force him to use defensive cooldowns.
Use (R) mobility to roam or pressure river after pushing waves safely.
Deny Zilean free farm by contesting bomb zones and punishing his cooldowns with (Q) return damage.

Tip: For Ahri vs Zilean, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup