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Zilean vs Naafiri MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Naafiri

Zilean vs Naafiri

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use (Q) bombs to control wave zones and force Naafiri to dodge or lose CS.
Prioritize speeding your ADC with (E) to kite Naafiri's all-in attempts.
Hold (R) to negate Naafiri's burst or dive, punishing her commitment windows.

Trading pattern

Set double bombs on minions or slowed Naafiri targets to stun and punish her all-in.
Use (E) speed to control trade distance and disengage before Naafiri commits (W).
Avoid throwing single bombs without ADC follow-up to prevent wasting your main threat.

Danger windows

Respect (W) dash engage when your crowd control or (R) is down.
Avoid overextending after missing bombs, as Naafiri can punish with (Q) poke and (W) all-in.
Track (R) ultimate window to anticipate enhanced burst and chase potential.

Early game

Track level 2 for your double bomb plus speed power spike to contest early trades.
Thin the wave to avoid long freezes that let Naafiri set up (Q) poke safely.
Use brush control to land double bombs and coordinate with your ADC for follow-up.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your double bomb and speed combo, increasing trade threat significantly.
Level 3 grants (W) for double bomb resets, enabling extended poke and CC chains.
Level 6 (R) allows clutch revives that force Naafiri to hesitate on burst or all-in attempts.

Win conditions

Convert bomb stuns into kills by speeding your ADC for sustained trades or disengage.
Use (R) to deny Naafiri's burst all-ins and force her to swap targets or back off.
Control mid wave states to enable roaming or objective pressure when Naafiri commits or resets.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup