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Malzahar vs Mel MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar vs Mel

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Malzahar is a control mage who must keep midlane pushed permanently to limit Mel's poke and roam impact.
Maintain medium lane pressure to deny Mel safe poke windows and avoid letting her build mark stacks freely.

Trading pattern

Push with E and Voidlings, then threaten Mel stepping forward with Q silence.
Punish Mel if she uses Mel W early by stepping forward with Q and E for damage.
Avoid trading when Mel has Mel E root ready, as it sets up her poke and mark pressure.

Danger windows

Mel is dangerous when Mel W is up, reflecting Malzahar's projectiles.
Avoid all-ins when Mel has Mel E root available to set up poke combos.
Malzahar's ultimate channel can be interrupted by external crowd control, so pick fights carefully.

Early game

Use E and W to push early waves and force Mel under tower, limiting her poke effectiveness.
Respect Mel W cooldown by avoiding casting key projectiles when it is available to prevent reflect damage.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 since Malzahar's push can be punished if Voidlings are focused.

Power spikes

Malzahar's level 6 R is a major lockdown tool to punish Mel's low mobility.
First completed mana/AP item boosts Malzahar's sustained damage and wave control.
Respect Mel's level 6 Mel R which detonates marks for burst damage after poke setup.

Win conditions

Keep midlane pushed to deny Mel safe poke and roam opportunities.
Use R lockdown after level 6 to secure kills or force Mel out of lane.
Exploit Mel W cooldown windows to land Q silence and maximize damage output.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup