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Mel vs Ryze MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Mel vs Ryze

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Mel should pressure Ryze early to deny his safe scaling farm and prevent easy E and Q rotations.
Control the lane to keep Ryze from comfortably using Ryze E and Ryze W for trades or roots.

Trading pattern

Trade when W is available to reflect Ryze's key projectiles and punish his attempts to trade.
Use E to root Ryze after baiting Ryze W or when he steps up to cast Ryze E.
Avoid trading if W is down or if E misses, as Ryze can punish with his rotation damage.

Danger windows

Be cautious when W is on cooldown, as Ryze can safely use Ryze Q and Ryze E to trade.
Avoid standing in Ryze W range without W ready to prevent being rooted and followed up.
Ryze is more dangerous when he has enough mana to cycle spells repeatedly; respect his damage rotations.

Early game

Use Q poke to chip Ryze before he can safely engage with Ryze E and Ryze W.
Hold W to reflect Ryze Q or Ryze E projectiles and punish his cooldowns.
Avoid standing in Ryze W range without W ready to prevent getting rooted and punished.

Power spikes

Mel's level 6 R is a strong finishing tool on marked, low-health Ryze.
Mel's first completed mage item enhances poke and burst potential.
Respect Ryze's first mana/AP item spike and level 6 Ryze R for map plays and sustained trades.

Win conditions

Use Q and E to mark and root Ryze, then finish with R when Ryze is low.
Time W to reflect Ryze's key projectiles, turning trades in your favor.
Deny Ryze safe farming and scaling by applying poke pressure and punishing his cooldowns early.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup