Seraphine vs Vel'Koz SUPPORT Matchup Guide

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Seraphine into Vel'Kozmedium

Overview

Use layered roots combined with ADC slows to enable committed engages and deny Vel'Koz poke angles.
Control bot lane brush to limit Vel'Koz's split poke and reduce his knockup threat.
Prioritize shielding and healing your ADC to absorb Vel'Koz's burst and poke damage effectively.

Engage with root layered on ADC slows to open windows for committed fights.
Hold empowered for shielding or healing during Vel'Koz's poke bursts or engage attempts.
Stay grouped with your ADC to maximize charm impact and follow-up potential in fights.

Respect knockup and channel burst when your peel cooldowns are down.
Avoid standing near brush without vision to prevent his split poke angles and engage setups.
Beware of Vel'Koz's level 6 ultimate charm through multiple targets during grouped fights.

Track the level 2 race and only contest if your ADC can follow your root engage.
Deny Vel'Koz brush control early to restrict his poke angles and knockup setups.
Use wave crash timing to create safe roam windows while keeping your ADC protected from poke.

Level 2 unlocks your root and slow combo; pressure with ADC follow-up to dominate trades.
Level 3 grants full shield and sustain; leverage empowered to outlast Vel'Koz's poke.
Level 6 charm can turn grouped fights; engage only with confirmed ADC follow-up and vision.

Convert lane control into ADC access by layering roots and shielding through Vel'Koz's poke.
Deny Vel'Koz brush and fog control to reduce his poke angles and knockup engage opportunities.
Use wave crash and vision control to create safe roam windows and secure dragon setup with your team.

Tactical tip

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