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Zed vs Lucian MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zed vs Lucian

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use level 3 and 6 spikes to engage with (W)+(E)+(Q) combo and (R) all-in for burst kills.
Avoid early trades before level 3 to prevent Lucian's level 2 short burst from punishing you.
Prioritize punishing (E) cooldown to limit his dash and burst windows.

Trading pattern

Engage trades with (W)+(E) to guarantee damage, then use (Q) to finish poke before committing.
Only commit (W) shadow when confident to land full combo, or risk heavy punishment.
Punish Lucian immediately after he uses (E) aggressively, as his mobility and burst drop.

Danger windows

Avoid extended trades before level 3, as Lucian's level 2 burst and dash threaten heavy damage.
Respect (E) dash cooldown; he can punish missed (W) engages.
Beware (R) channel after poke; it can finish targets forced out of position.

Early game

Play cautiously levels 1-2 to avoid Lucian's strong poke and short trades with support.
Look to farm safely until level 3 unlocks your full combo for reliable trades.
Use wave control to deny Lucian easy access to short-range burst trades after level 3.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks your (W)+(E)+(Q) combo, enabling strong poke and all-in setups.
Level 6 (R) grants kill pressure and escape, shift to aggressive all-ins or roams.
First lethality item completion increases trade damage, push wave and force fights.

Win conditions

Use level 3 and 6 power spikes to burst Lucian before he can respond.
Track and punish (E) cooldown to limit his mobility and short trades.
Roam or reset after successful all-ins to snowball side lanes and extend lead.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup