Mel vs Lissandra MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Mel vs Lissandra

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Mel thrives in ranged poke matchups where W can reflect key projectiles, so focus on controlling space to punish Lissandra's engages.
Maintain medium lane pressure to deny Lissandra a calm scaling lane and avoid giving her easy lockdown opportunities.

Trading pattern

Trade primarily by poking with Q, timing W to reflect Lissandra's projectile spells like Lissandra Q or W.
Use E to root Lissandra when she attempts to engage with Lissandra E, then follow up with Q for max damage.
Avoid trading if W is down or E misses, as Lissandra can punish direct engages without projectile reliance.

Danger windows

Be cautious when W is on cooldown since Lissandra's projectile poke and engage become more threatening.
Avoid standing in range after missing E, as Lissandra can capitalize on your lack of peel.
Respect Lissandra's R availability, as it can turn fights with lockdown or deny your all-ins.

Early game

Use Q to poke and apply marks while holding W to reflect Lissandra Q or W for favorable trades.
Avoid overcommitting before level 6 as Lissandra's E and W can punish missed E roots.
Prioritize landing E roots to set up Q poke and build mark pressure early.

Power spikes

Mel's level 6 R is a major power spike for finishing marked targets.
Mel's first completed mage item boosts poke and burst potential significantly.
Respect Lissandra's level 6 Lissandra R as it enables strong lockdown or self-peel, increasing her all-in threat.

Win conditions

Win by landing E roots to set up poke and mark pressure, then use W to reflect key projectiles for favorable trades.
Use R only when targets are marked and low enough to secure kills and snowball lane control.
Deny Lissandra's engage attempts by punishing her E with timely roots and W reflects to maintain lane dominance.