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Lux vs Mel MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Lux vs Mel

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Lux is a long-range artillery mage who must manage her Q to control Mel's poke and avoid being punished.
Use lane pressure to deny Mel's ideal ranged poke setup and prevent her from safely holding W for projectile reflection.

Trading pattern

Poke with E and punish Mel's W cooldown by landing Q into burst damage.
Respect Mel W timing; avoid casting key projectiles when W is available to prevent reflect.
Use Q+E+R combo to maximize burst when Mel's defensive spells are down.

Danger windows

Mel is dangerous when W is up to reflect Lux's projectiles; avoid key spells then.
Mel E root sets up follow-up poke and possible all-ins; avoid standing in engage range after Mel E.
Mel R is lethal on marked low-health targets; maintain health and spacing to avoid being finished.

Early game

Use early high agency to poke with E and threaten binding to force Mel to waste W or miss poke.
Avoid reckless Q usage to prevent giving Mel an all-in window after a missed root.
Control wave to keep Mel from safely engaging with Mel E root setups.

Power spikes

Respect Mel's level 6 spike with Mel R, especially when she has marks to detonate.
Lux's major spikes are level 6 R and first completed mage item for burst potential.
Use Lux's power spikes to pressure Mel before she can safely use Mel R for cleanup.

Win conditions

Win by landing Q roots to punish Mel's poke and force her W cooldown.
Use superior range and burst to pressure Mel before she can safely use Mel R.
Deny Mel's mark buildup and punish cooldowns to prevent her from reaching lethal R windows.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup