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Zoe vs Zilean MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean

Zoe vs Zilean

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Focus on landing (E) to set up long-range (Q) burst with (R) for extended poke angles.
Exploit Zilean's reliance on double bomb setup by dodging and punishing cooldowns.
Use lane priority to pressure before (R) revive forces cautious trades.

Trading pattern

Initiate trades by landing (E) then follow with (Q) and (R) for burst damage.
Punish (W) cooldown to reduce his double bomb threat window.
Avoid trading if (E) is on cooldown or missed to prevent counterpunish.

Danger windows

Respect Zilean's double bomb stun combo, especially when bombs are placed on slowed targets.
Avoid committing when (R) revive is available to prevent wasted burst.
Beware of (E) slow enabling his ADC to kite or punish missed (E).

Early game

Fish for (E) sleep on Zilean or minion wave to punish his bomb placement.
Avoid overextending early to prevent getting caught by double bomb stuns.
Reset after pushing wave post-level 6 to leverage (R) extended poke angles.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R) for extended (Q) poke and safer repositioning; use to threaten picks.
First completed AP burst item significantly increases trade threat; pressure wave and trades more confidently.
Early levels before Zilean's double bomb setup allow safer poke attempts with (E).

Win conditions

Use (E) and (R) to find picks and force Zilean to waste (R) defensively.
Crash waves post-level 6 to create roam opportunities and deny Zilean's scaling.
Maintain lane pressure to prevent Zilean from safely setting bomb zones and supporting his ADC.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup