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Lux vs Zed MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Lux vs Zed

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Lux is a high-pressure artillery mage who must control lane with poke and binding threat to deny Zed's all-in windows.
Maintain lane pressure to prevent Zed from safely farming and scaling into his burst assassin role.

Trading pattern

Poke with E and follow up with Q to root and burst Zed when he oversteps.
Respect Zed's W + E combo by dodging Zed Q to avoid heavy damage.
Avoid reckless Q usage; missing Q leaves you vulnerable to Zed's all-in with R.

Danger windows

Danger peaks when Zed has R available and can all-in after landing W + E + Q combo.
Missing Q or using it recklessly opens you to Zed's burst and mobility all-in.
Be wary when Zed's W is up; his guaranteed damage combo is hard to dodge except for Q.

Early game

Exploit Zed's weakness before level 3 by aggressively poking with E and punishing his attempts to engage.
Use Q to root Zed when he tries to use W + E combo, disrupting his damage flow.
Shield yourself with W to mitigate poke and survive early skirmishes.

Power spikes

Major power spikes: level 6 R for long-range burst and first completed mage item for damage boost.
Respect Zed's level 3 spike unlocking W + E + Q combo and level 6 R for deadly all-ins.

Win conditions

Win by controlling lane with consistent poke and punishing Zed's missed W + E engages with Q root.
Use R to finish off low-health Zed or to burst him before he can all-in.
Maintain range control and shield usage to survive and outscale Zed's burst potential.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup