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Neeko vs Malzahar MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar

Neeko vs Malzahar

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Neeko should pressure Malzahar early to disrupt his push and prevent him from controlling midlane.
Use disguise and minion line angles to create uncertainty and deny Malzahar a passive lane state.

Trading pattern

Fish for E roots through minions and follow up with Q burst when Malzahar's Void Shift is down.
Avoid trading when Malzahar's Malzahar Q silence or Malzahar R suppression is available.
Use W clone and disguise to mask engage timing and force Malzahar into defensive positioning.

Danger windows

Malzahar's Malzahar R suppression is lethal; avoid all-ins during its availability.
Malzahar's spell shield (Void Shift) can block your E root; bait it before committing.
Missing E root or revealing your disguise reduces your all-in threat and invites Malzahar aggression.

Early game

Focus on punishing Malzahar's predictable push by targeting his Voidlings with Q and E through minions.
Use W and passive disguise to bait Malzahar's Malzahar Q and create openings for E root.
Avoid extended trades if E misses or Malzahar's spell shield is active.

Power spikes

Respect Malzahar's level 6 Malzahar R suppression as a major danger window.
Neeko's level 6 R enables strong all-in threat and multi-target control.
First completed AP burst item significantly boosts Neeko's kill pressure and wave control.

Win conditions

Use minion-enhanced E and disguise to land roots and burst Malzahar before he can respond.
Deny Malzahar's push by killing Voidlings early and forcing him under tower.
Leverage level 6 R for picks or grouped fights to snowball lane control and pressure.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup