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Mel vs Lucian MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Mel vs Lucian

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use (W) to reflect Lucian's early (Q) poke and punish his short-range trades.
Prioritize landing (E) roots to set up (Q) poke and build marks before committing.
Avoid overextending after missing (E) to prevent Lucian's burst dash trades.

Trading pattern

Poke with (Q) from max range, holding (W) to reflect Lucian's key projectiles.
Use (E) to root Lucian when he attempts to dash in for burst trades.
Avoid using (W) early to prevent being punished during its cooldown.

Danger windows

(E) dash forward after your (W) cooldown is down creates high burst risk.
Avoid extended trades when (W) is unavailable to prevent Lucian's short-range burst.
Respect Lucian's level 2 power spike when his support enables quick burst trades.

Early game

Contest level 2 trades by holding (W) for (Q) and (W) burst.
Thin the wave to reduce Lucian's dash safety and limit his short-range all-ins.
Reset after first mage item to leverage stronger poke and mark pressure.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R) for lethal mark detonation; track availability for all-ins or defensive resets.
First completed mage item boosts (R) damage; increase poke frequency while respecting cooldowns.
(W) ready timing is crucial to win projectile trades over Lucian's burst windows.

Win conditions

Build mark stacks with (Q) and (E) roots, then finish low-health targets with (R).
Use (W) to deny Lucian's key projectile spells, forcing him to play around cooldowns.
Leverage level 6 and first item spikes to force recalls or roams and gain mid priority.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup