Vex vs Locke MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Vex vs Locke MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Read Overview → Trading Pattern → Danger Windows first for the fastest Mid lane plan.

Vex into Lockemedium

Overview

Use your passive fear to disrupt Locke's mark setup and win short trades.
Avoid extended fights without your ultimate reset to prevent being all-in vulnerable.
Punish Locke's health drain from by forcing trades he can't sustain.

Trading pattern

Start trades after landing your passive fear to easily proc electrocute.
Avoid trading when Locke's slow and mark are active to prevent his follow-up.
Hold shield for Locke's engage or his execute window.

Danger windows

Respect Locke's slow and mark setup before committing to trades.
Avoid extended fights when Locke's is up and can reset on takedowns.
Be cautious during Locke's execute window when low-health targets are vulnerable.

Early game

Thin the wave early to keep Locke within range of your fear and poke.
Punish Locke if he uses to engage without Soul Nails marks ready.
Track Locke's health cost and trade when he cannot safely activate it.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks for engage and reset; use it to pick or escape.
First completed AP burst item increases your trade damage and wave control.
Use fear timing to bait Locke's or and punish cooldowns aggressively.

Win conditions

Use your passive fear and resets to burst Locke before he can follow up.
Crash waves after your first item to deny Locke free farm and force resets.
Punish Locke's health drain from by forcing trades he cannot sustain over time.

Tactical tip

For Vex vs Locke, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated Jun 27, 2026New matchup