Zoe vs Mel MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zoe vs Mel

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Zoe is a poke mage with high early lane pressure who wants to find angles for E and use R+Q for burst damage.
She must pressure Mel to prevent her from safely using W to reflect Zoe's projectiles and setting up her root and mark combos.

Trading pattern

Initiate trades by landing E, then follow up quickly with R+Q for burst before Mel can react with W.
Respect Mel W by avoiding key projectile spells when it is available; punish its cooldown by aggressive E+Q trades.
Avoid extended trades if E misses or R is poorly timed, as Zoe becomes vulnerable to Mel's root and poke.

Danger windows

Zoe is vulnerable after missing E or using R poorly when she can be rooted by Mel E and follow-up poke.
Mel W can reflect Zoe's key projectiles; avoid committing when W is available.
Mel R is dangerous when targets are marked and low health; avoid prolonged trades in these states.

Early game

Use early levels to fish for E roots and punish Mel when her W is on cooldown or used prematurely.
Avoid wasting R at bad timings to keep extended poke threat and dodge Mel E root attempts.
Maintain lane pressure to deny Mel safe poke and mark stacking.

Power spikes

Zoe's level 6 R unlocks extended poke angles and burst potential; first AP item completion boosts damage.
Mel's level 6 R can finish marked targets, so avoid low-health trades when she has marks.
Mel's W timing is critical; respect it to avoid reflected damage and punish its cooldown.

Win conditions

Win by landing E roots and bursting with R+Q before Mel can react with W.
Pressure Mel to force W cooldowns and punish with poke during those windows.
Deny Mel safe mark stacking by maintaining lane pressure and avoiding her root setups.