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Swain vs Vel'Koz SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Vel'Koz

Swain vs Vel'Koz

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use (E) root from brush angles to create ADC follow-up and zone Vel'Koz's poke.
Control brush to deny (Q) poke angles and protect ADC access.
Prepare to engage post-level 6 with (R) to sustain extended fights and force Vel'Koz to respect your zone.

Trading pattern

Threaten (E) pulls only when ADC can immediately follow for burst damage.
Hold engage cooldowns until (E) knockup is down to avoid counter-engage.
Use (W) slows to lock targets for ADC follow-up and peel off enemy engages.

Danger windows

Respect (E) knockup cooldown as it enables his ADC's burst and disengage.
Avoid standing near brush without vision to prevent surprise poke angles from split (Q).
Track Vel'Koz's ultimate channel to disengage or peel before he finishes his laser burst.

Early game

Win the level 2 race by landing (E)+(Q) to enable your ADC's burst.
Deny Vel'Koz brush control to limit his poke angles and protect your ADC's positioning.
Crash waves after winning trades to open safe roam windows and secure river vision.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (E)+(Q) pull trades that pressure Vel'Koz and force him back.
Level 3 gives full kit for poke and vision, enhancing brush control and ADC setup.
Level 6 (R) transforms fights into sustained zones, punishing Vel'Koz's immobility and forcing him to reposition.

Win conditions

Convert (E) roots into ADC burst kills by coordinating engage timing and brush control.
Deny Vel'Koz's ADC access with zone control and vision around dragon for objective setup.
Roam safely after wave crash with ADC, securing river vision and mid pressure before returning to lane.

Tip: For Swain vs Vel'Koz, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup