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Zilean vs Bard SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean vs Bard

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 9, 2026

Overview

Control brush to deny Bard's wall (Q) stun angles and protect ADC access.
Use bomb zones and (E) speed to enable ADC trades and kite Bard's engage.
Prioritize river vision to track Bard's roam timer and keep ADC safe.

Trading pattern

Set double bombs on slowed targets or minion waves near brush for pick potential.
Hold (R) to counter Bard's burst or (R) stasis engage and enable ADC survival.
Use (E) speed to control trade distance and peel when Bard commits (Q) stun.

Danger windows

(Q) wall stun angles from brush threaten ADC positioning and engage.
(R) can isolate your ADC or stall engages, forcing cautious positioning.
Bard roaming after wave crash risks ADC vulnerability if vision and wave state are poor.

Early game

Win level 2 by landing (Q) bomb plus (E) speed with ADC follow-up.
Deny Bard brush control early to reduce his hook and roam threat.
Coordinate wave crash timing to prevent Bard's safe roams with (E).

Power spikes

Level 2: (Q)+(E) combo powers early trades, force Bard to respect engage.
Level 3: (W) doubles bomb threat, increasing pick and peel potential.
Level 6: (R) revive shifts all-in safety, punish (R) by saving ADC from burst.

Win conditions

Convert brush control and bomb zone pressure into denied (Q) angles and ADC safety.
Use (R) to enable aggressive ADC follow-up and punish Bard's engage cooldowns.
Set river vision and time roams after wave crashes to counter Bard's mid pressure and secure dragon.

Tip: For Zilean vs Bard, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 9, 2026New matchup