Zilean vs Ashe SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean vs Ashe

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 9, 2026

Overview

Control brush to deny Ashe's slow chains and protect your ADC's positioning.
Use (Q) bomb zones to zone Ashe and create windows for your ADC to trade safely.
Prioritize river vision to prevent (R) picks and enable safe ADC access.

Trading pattern

Engage after landing double (Q) bombs and speed buff to maximize ADC follow-up damage.
Hold (R) to counter Ashe's burst or engage, forcing her to hesitate on all-ins.
Deny Ashe's poke by positioning to block her (W) and prevent her ADC from stepping up.

Danger windows

(R) stun creates pick threat; maintain river vision and avoid isolated ADC positioning.
Her (W) slows can chain into enemy engage; protect ADC by controlling brush and spacing.
Early levels before (R) and (W) cooldowns are down, but respect Ashe's poke range to avoid unsafe trades.

Early game

Win level 2 by landing double (Q) bombs and speeding your ADC for stronger trades.
Hold brush control early to limit Ashe's poke angles and protect your ADC from slows.
Time wave crashes to create roam windows while ensuring your ADC remains safe from Ashe's poke.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks double bomb plus speed, enabling strong engage windows with ADC follow-up.
Level 3 grants (W), allowing double bomb resets for higher pick and peel threat.
Level 6 (R) provides clutch revive, forcing Ashe to delay burst and giving your ADC safety in fights.

Win conditions

Convert bomb zone control and speed buffs into denied enemy ADC access and forced recalls.
Use (R) to save your ADC from Ashe's burst or engage, enabling sustained lane presence.
Secure river vision and coordinate with your ADC to set up dragon fights and punish Ashe's engage angles.