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Lucian vs Mel MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Lucian vs Mel

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use early burst trades with (E) and (Q) to pressure Mel before she scales.
Avoid long trades where (W) reflect punishes your projectiles.
Force Mel to waste (W) before committing to trades or all-ins.

Trading pattern

Trade quickly after support setup, using (E) to dodge (E) root and reposition.
Avoid casting (Q) when (W) is available; bait (W) then re-engage.
Use small wave states to dash in, proc passive, and exit before Mel can retaliate.

Danger windows

Respect (W) cooldown; engaging into it wastes your damage and opens counterplay.
Avoid overextending after using (E) forward; you lose your main escape.
Beware of (E) root setup; dodge or disengage to prevent follow-up damage.

Early game

Contest level 2 with support to leverage your early dash and burst.
Thin waves to keep trades short and avoid minion aggro.
Punish Mel if she uses (W) early by stepping up with quick (Q) poke.

Power spikes

Level 2: Your (E) and passive burst enable strong trades before Mel stabilizes.
First marksman item: Your burst becomes kill threat, force recalls or dragon priority.
Level 6 (R): Use ultimate to finish low-health targets pushed out by earlier trades.

Win conditions

Use early lane pressure and support synergy to deny Mel free scaling.
Punish missed (W) or (E) cooldowns with short burst trades and wave control.
Convert lane leads into mid-game tempo by crashing waves and forcing roams or objectives.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup