Syndra vs Locke MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Syndra vs Locke MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Syndra into Lockemedium

Overview

Use and to poke and zone Locke before he stacks marks.
Hold to punish Locke's engage or mark consumption with .
Aim to burst Locke during your stun windows before he can sustain or reset trades.

Trading pattern

Poke with and to chip Locke before committing.
Hold to stun when Locke uses to engage or consume marks.
Burst Locke immediately after landing stun to capitalize on his immobility.

Danger windows

Respect Locke's slow and mark buildup before he commits with .
Avoid extended trades when Locke activates as it drains his health but boosts his attack speed.
Be cautious when Locke has ready and you are low health, as he can execute from range.

Early game

Thin the wave early to keep Locke at range and avoid extended melee trades.
Punish Locke if he wastes before applying multiple marks.
Avoid overextending without ready to prevent Locke's dash-in resets.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks your burst; look for all-ins when Locke is marked and low.
First completed mage item increases your poke and burst, making trades more favorable.
Upgraded lowers cooldown and boosts poke consistency, increasing pressure on Locke.

Win conditions

Use stun into burst to pick off Locke before he can reset trades.
Crash waves before roaming or resetting to deny Locke free farm and force unsafe trades.
Track Locke's cooldowns and health to force fights when his is down or after without takedown.

Tactical tip

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

Updated Jun 27, 2026