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Mel vs Vladimir MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Vladimir

Mel vs Vladimir

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Mel should pressure Vladimir early to deny his calm scaling and force W cooldowns.
Maintain medium lane pressure by using poke and W to punish Vladimir's limited early agency.

Trading pattern

Trade by landing E root followed by Q poke to apply marks and pressure.
Hold W to reflect Vladimir Q and avoid taking damage; avoid using W early to prevent cooldown punish.
Avoid trades when Vladimir's empowered Q is ready or W is down, as his short trades become more threatening.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Vladimir's empowered Q is ready and W is available, as he can win short trades.
Avoid engaging when Vladimir's W is down but empowered Q is up, as he can punish overextension.
Vladimir's R window is dangerous if multiple marks are present; avoid grouped fights then.

Early game

Use Q poke and hold W to reflect Vladimir Q trades, forcing him to waste W defensively.
Avoid overcommitting before landing E root to set up safe follow-up damage.
Punish Vladimir when he uses W by stepping forward for damage or wave pressure.

Power spikes

Mel's level 6 R is a major spike to finish marked, low-health Vladimir.
Vladimir's level 6 R and empowered Q are spikes Mel must respect to avoid lethal trades.

Win conditions

Win by landing E roots to set up poke and mark Vladimir for lethal R detonations.
Use W to reflect Vladimir Q, forcing him to waste defensive cooldowns and punishing cooldown windows.
Deny Vladimir a passive lane by applying consistent poke pressure and punishing his W cooldown to prevent his scaling.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup