Mel vs Ahri MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Mel vs Ahri MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Overview

Use to reflect Ahri's key projectile spells and force cooldowns.
Aim to root Ahri with before following up with poke to build marks.
Deny Ahri safe windows by maintaining lane pressure and punishing her cooldowns.

Trading pattern

Trade by landing root to set up poke and apply marks before committing.
Hold to reflect Ahri's or and punish her if she commits key projectiles.
Avoid trading when is down or misses, as Ahri can capitalize with or .

Danger windows

You are vulnerable when is down, allowing Ahri to safely poke with and .
Missing root exposes you to Ahri's and follow-up damage.
Ahri's availability creates danger windows for extended picks or roams; punish by pushing wave and taking plates.

Early game

Start by poking with to build marks and hold for Ahri's or .
Avoid overextending after missing to prevent getting charmed or engaged on.
Punish Ahri when she uses on the wave by responding with and reflect.

Power spikes

Level 6 power spike lets you finish marked low-health targets; track Ahri's to avoid extended picks.
First completed mage item strengthens your poke and mark pressure; trade more confidently post-item.
Timing against Ahri's projectile spells can turn trades more than raw damage.

Win conditions

Land root followed by poke to build marks and finish marked targets with .
Use to reflect Ahri's projectile spells and punish her cooldowns to deny free scaling.
Maintain lane pressure to prevent Ahri from safely using and roaming effectively.

Tactical tip