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Mel vs Cassiopeia MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Mel vs Cassiopeia

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

This is a ranged poke and projectile reflect matchup where Mel must manage W to deny Cassiopeia's key spells and build mark pressure.
Mel should pressure the wave to avoid giving Cassiopeia room for extended trades and scaling.

Trading pattern

Trade by landing E roots to set up Q poke and apply marks before committing.
Hold W to reflect Cassiopeia Q or W, punishing her cooldowns and reducing her ability to start trades.
Avoid trading when W is down or E misses, as Cassiopeia can punish with sustained E damage and poison.

Danger windows

Mel is vulnerable when W is down, allowing Cassiopeia's projectiles and poison to hit freely.
Missing E roots opens Mel to Cassiopeia's sustained E damage and potential all-ins.
Avoid facing Cassiopeia during her R window, especially when marked and low health.

Early game

Use Q to poke and apply marks while holding W to reflect Cassiopeia's Q or W projectiles.
Avoid missing E roots to prevent Cassiopeia from engaging or extending trades with repeated E damage.
Maintain medium lane pressure to keep Cassiopeia from safely farming and applying poison.

Power spikes

Mel's level 6 R is a major spike to finish marked, low-health targets.
Mel's first completed mage item boosts poke and burst potential.
Respect Cassiopeia's level 6 R, which punishes enemies facing her and can stun during all-ins.

Win conditions

Win by landing E roots to set up Q poke and applying marks for R to execute.
Use W to reflect Cassiopeia's key projectiles and punish her cooldowns.
Deny Cassiopeia extended trades by maintaining poke pressure and avoiding her poison application.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup