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Mel vs Ekko MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Mel vs Ekko

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Mel aims to control the lane by leveraging W to reflect Ekko's projectile burst and using E to root for follow-up poke.
Pressure Ekko early to deny his scaling and avoid giving him room for short burst trades or W setup.

Trading pattern

Trade by using Q poke after landing E root to maximize damage and mark pressure.
Hold W to reflect Ekko's Q projectile and punish his burst attempts.
Avoid committing if W is down or E misses, as Ekko can engage with E and Q for short trades.

Danger windows

Mel is vulnerable when W is down, as Ekko's Q and E can engage safely.
Missing E root opens Mel to Ekko's short trades with Q and E.
Ekko's W stun setup and level 6 R create high danger moments requiring careful spacing.

Early game

Use Q to poke and apply marks while holding W to punish Ekko's Q and E trades.
Avoid standing in engage range after missing E to prevent Ekko's quick burst.
Pressure Ekko before level 6 to exploit his lower early agency and scaling reliance.

Power spikes

Mel's level 6 R is a major spike to finish marked, low-health targets.
Mel's first completed mage item enhances poke and burst potential.
Respect Ekko's level 3 Q-W-E combo unlocking his stun and burst threat, and his level 6 R for safety and reset.

Win conditions

Win by landing E root and following up with Q poke to build marks for lethal R execution.
Use W timing to turn projectile trades and punish Ekko's burst attempts.
Deny Ekko's scaling by pressuring early and avoiding giving him safe windows to set up W or all-ins.

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

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