Kennen vs Vladimir TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Kennen vs Vladimir

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Kennen controls the lane by using ranged poke and mark stacking to deny Vladimir a calm scaling phase.
Prioritize lane pressure to prevent Vladimir from safely farming and reaching his late-game spikes.
This is a lane pressure versus scaling matchup where Kennen must leverage early agency to disrupt Vladimir's game plan.

Trading pattern

Trade short poke bursts using (Q) and (W) to build marks but disengage before Vladimir can respond with empowered (Q).
Punish Vladimir whenever he uses (W) by stepping forward to apply pressure during its long cooldown.
Commit to all-ins only when (R) is available and you have stacked marks for guaranteed stuns.

Danger windows

Be cautious when (W) is up, as it grants untargetability and negates your damage temporarily.
Avoid extended trades or using (E) aggressively when (R) is down, as your kill pressure and escape options are limited.
Watch for Vladimir's empowered (Q) trades and (R) teamfight windows; avoid grouping and overextending during these times.

Early game

Use (Q) and (W) to poke Vladimir frequently before he can safely use (Q) to sustain.
Keep (E) ready to escape (W) or to reposition for better poke angles.
Avoid extended trades without mark stacks or (R) ready, as Vladimir can out-sustain short trades with empowered (Q).

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to threaten all-ins and force Vladimir to play cautiously or lose health.
Hold (R) and flash for reliable teamfight engages or picks rather than low-value trades.
Respect (R) burst window and empowered (Q) trades by avoiding grouped fights and extended trades when these are available.

Win conditions

Deny Vladimir a calm scaling lane by maintaining constant ranged poke pressure and forcing him to use (W) defensively.
Use level 6 (R) flanks or flash engages to convert poke advantage into kills or objective control.
Leverage superior teamfight presence with (R) to secure fights and snowball leads before Vladimir reaches full item spikes.