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Ekko vs Zilean MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ekko vs Zilean

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use short (Q)+(E) bursts to trade before Zilean sets double bombs for stun combos.
Avoid extended fights; rely on (W) stun setup and (R) resets for all-in windows.
Deny Zilean's movement speed control by punishing his cooldowns and wave positioning.

Trading pattern

Engage with (E) dash plus (Q) burst, then back off using passive speed before (W) stun activates.
Punish missed (Q) by Zilean to win short trades and avoid prolonged exchanges.
Avoid trading when (W) stun is down or missed, as you will take return damage.

Danger windows

Respect Zilean's double (Q) stun setup; avoid standing in bomb zones or slowed areas.
Avoid fighting when (R) is up, as he can negate your burst and force target swaps.
Be cautious before level 6; Zilean's poke and stun combo can punish your lower mobility.

Early game

Contest level 3 to unlock your full (Q)-(W)-(E) combo and punish Zilean's slower trades.
Avoid overextending before level 6 since Zilean's double bomb stun and slows are strong early.
Use wave crashes to force Zilean away from safe bomb zones and limit his poke.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks your full combo with (Q)-(W)-(E), enabling strong burst trades and stun setups.
Level 6 (R) grants a safety net to all-in or dodge Zilean's burst and revive counterplay.
First AP item completion boosts your damage and wave control, increasing trade threat.

Win conditions

Use (W) to zone and stun, then follow up with (Q)+(E) burst to secure kills or force resets.
Track (R) cooldown to time all-ins when his revive is down.
Roam or pressure side lanes after pushing wave post-item spike to leverage your mobility and burst.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup