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Mel vs Neeko MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Mel vs Neeko

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Mel controls the lane by punishing Neeko's projectile reliance with W and setting up roots with E for poke follow-up.
Maintain medium pressure to deny Neeko easy scaling and avoid letting her use disguise and minion angles freely.

Trading pattern

Trade by landing E roots to set up Q poke and apply marks.
Use W reactively to reflect Neeko's projectile spells and punish cooldowns.
Avoid using W early to prevent being vulnerable to Neeko's follow-up burst.

Danger windows

Mel is vulnerable when W is down and Neeko can engage with E root or R knock-up.
Missing E root opens Mel to Neeko's burst and crowd control.
Neeko's disguise and W clone create uncertainty; maintain spacing to avoid surprise all-ins.

Early game

Use Q to poke safely and build marks before level 6.
Hold W to reflect Neeko's key projectiles, especially Neeko Q and Neeko E.
Avoid overcommitting after missing E to prevent Neeko's engage opportunities.

Power spikes

Mel's level 6 R enables finishing marked low-health targets.
Mel's first completed mage item boosts poke damage and trade effectiveness.
Respect Neeko's level 6 R which enables strong all-in and teamfight threat.

Win conditions

Win by landing E roots and following up with Q poke to mark Neeko.
Use W to negate Neeko's projectile spells and punish cooldown windows.
Finish marked, low-health Neeko with R for lethal burst damage.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup