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Vladimir vs Zoe MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Vladimir vs Zoe

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Vladimir has low early agency and lane pressure, so focus on surviving Zoe's poke and scaling safely.
Avoid giving Zoe passive scaling by using Q sustain and careful wave management to stay healthy.

Trading pattern

Take short trades around empowered Q and save W to dodge Zoe E or burst trades.
Punish Zoe when she misses Zoe E or uses Zoe R poorly by stepping forward with empowered Q.
Avoid trading when W is down or empowered Q is not ready to minimize poke damage.

Danger windows

Vulnerable after using W due to its long cooldown and health cost; avoid trades during this time.
Respect Zoe's Zoe E and Zoe R combo for burst and pick potential.
Avoid extended trades when empowered Q is down and Zoe has her key cooldowns available.

Early game

Use Q to sustain through Zoe's poke and avoid extended trades before empowered Q is ready.
Respect Zoe's Zoe E setup and avoid engaging when her bubble is off cooldown.
Avoid forcing W early to prevent being vulnerable to Zoe's poke windows.

Power spikes

Vladimir's level 6 R and first completed AP item are major spikes to threaten burst trades and teamfights.
Zoe's level 6 Zoe R and first AP burst item increase her poke threat and require respect.
Prioritize farming safely to reach Vladimir's mid-game cooldown and AP spikes.

Win conditions

Survive early lane with Q sustain and avoid taking heavy poke before scaling.
Use empowered Q and R in mid-game fights to burst grouped enemies.
Punish Zoe's missed Zoe E and poor Zoe R timings to gain lane control and item leads.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup