Talon vs Malzahar MID Matchup Guide

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Talon into Malzaharmedium

Overview

Respect Malzahar's level 6 suppression as a lethal all-in threat.
Avoid trades when Malzahar's Void Shift spell shield is active to prevent damage loss.
Be cautious when visible without flank angles, as Malzahar punishes predictable positioning.

At level 2, combo and to kill Voidlings and pressure Malzahar.
Push waves quickly to create roam opportunities and prevent Malzahar from safely pushing.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 to dodge his silence and spell shield.

Level 2 unlock of plus opens a strong trade and all-in window.
Level 6 grants burst and stealth for picks, roams, and defensive resets.
First lethality item completion boosts kill threat and wave pressure significantly.

Push waves aggressively to deny Malzahar free farm and open roam opportunities with .
Use stealth and burst to punish Malzahar when his spell shield or ultimate is down.
Leverage terrain mobility to flank and surprise Malzahar, exploiting his predictable lane pattern.

Tactical tip

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

Updated Jun 27, 2026