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Malzahar vs Zilean MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean

Malzahar vs Zilean

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Keep midlane pushed to leverage Malzahar's wave clear and pressure potential.
Avoid predictable patterns to reduce Zilean's double bomb setup effectiveness.
Use lane pressure to create roam opportunities after level 6 (R) is available.

Trading pattern

Push with (E) and Voidlings, then threaten silence or (R) when Zilean steps forward.
Punish Zilean's cooldowns by stepping up after he wastes (Q) or (W).
Avoid standing in minion bomb zones to reduce double bomb stun risk.

Danger windows

Respect Zilean's double (Q) stun threat when bombs are set on slowed targets or minion waves.
Avoid overextending when (R) revive is available to prevent wasted all-ins.
Watch for speed boosts from (E) that enable Zilean's ADC to kite or engage trades.

Early game

Use (E) and Voidlings to push early waves and force Zilean under tower.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 to prevent getting stunned by double (Q).
Track Zilean's level 2 and 3 power spikes to avoid getting caught by bomb combos.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R) for point-and-click suppression; use for picks or defensive resets.
First completed mana/AP item boosts damage and wave control; increase pressure accordingly.
Early levels are weaker; focus on farming and maintaining lane pressure to reach spikes safely.

Win conditions

Keep midlane pushed to enable roams and objective control with (R) lockdown.
Use suppression (R) to pick isolated targets or force enemy resets.
Exploit Zilean's predictable wave patterns by punishing cooldowns and denying farm under tower.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup