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Vel'Koz vs Tahm Kench SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Tahm Kench

Vel'Koz vs Tahm Kench

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use long-range (Q) poke and brush control to limit Tahm Kench's engage angles.
Prioritize ADC protection by holding (E) for peel and enabling follow-up damage.
Maintain river vision to track Tahm Kench's roam windows and protect mid pressure.

Trading pattern

Use split (Q) angles and layer (W) poke while holding (E) to peel or punish missed engages.
Avoid using (E) for poke when Tahm Kench's engage cooldowns are up to prevent vulnerability.
Engage only with ADC follow-up and brush control to prevent (R) counterplay.

Danger windows

Respect (Q) stun at three passive stacks, which threatens ADC positioning.
Avoid standing near brush without vision to prevent surprise (W) knockup engages.
Watch for (R) cooldown to avoid losing ADC access or getting isolated.

Early game

Track level 2 to leverage (Q) poke plus (E) knockup for early lane pressure.
Deny Tahm Kench brush control to reduce his (Q) stack threat and engage angles.
Coordinate with ADC to crash wave before roaming, ensuring lane safety.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (Q) poke plus (E) knockup, enabling stronger trades with ADC follow-up.
Level 3 completes poke pattern; use full kit around brush control and enemy cooldown tracking.
Level 6 (R) laser burst allows decisive all-ins with confirmed ADC follow-up and river setup.

Win conditions

Convert lane poke and brush denial into sustained ADC access and enemy ADC zoning.
Use wave control and vision to secure dragon setup and punish Tahm Kench's roam attempts.
Time (R) bursts with ADC follow-up to finish fights quickly before Tahm Kench can peel or (R).

Tip: For Vel'Koz vs Tahm Kench, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup