Naafiri vs Zed MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Naafiri vs Zed MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Overview

Use poke to chip Zed before committing to engages.
Apply lane pressure early to prevent Zed from setting up his burst combos safely.
Keep wave states that allow quick disengage to avoid Zed's ++ combo.

Trading pattern

Use poke to build health advantage, then commit with only when Zed's mobility or slows are down.
Avoid engaging if misses or if Zed's is available to block or punish your .
Activate to chase isolated or low-health Zed targets after successful poke.

Danger windows

Avoid trading when Zed's ++ combo is up; it's nearly unavoidable.
Keep distance or disengage when Zed's is active to avoid his burst and dodge.
Do not commit into crowd control or when Zed can interrupt to prevent punishment.

Early game

Exploit Zed's weakness levels 1-3 by poking with and punishing missed engages.
Avoid committing before landing bleeds to keep all-ins safer.
Hold the wave in a position that lets you back off quickly if Zed tries to engage with .

Power spikes

Level 6 greatly enhances your chase and burst potential; track its availability.
First lethality item completion spikes your poke and all-in damage.
Respect Zed's level 3 unlock of -- combo and level 6 burst windows.

Win conditions

Win by landing consistent poke to lower Zed's health before committing with and .
Punish missed engages or cooldowns with aggressive all-ins.
Use -enhanced chase to secure kills on isolated or low-health Zed targets and snowball lane dominance.

Tactical tip

For Naafiri vs Zed, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.