Vex vs Sett MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Vex vs Sett

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Use your passive fear to control Sett's melee engage attempts and maintain lane pressure.
Prioritize punishing Sett's low mobility by zoning him out and avoiding prolonged melee trades.
This is a control matchup where you must deny Sett's brawl windows and leverage your burst and fear to dominate early.

Trading pattern

Use your passive fear to initiate trades and proc electrocute for burst damage.
Sidestep (W) center to minimize his shield and true damage payoff.
Punish Sett immediately after he misses (E) or spends (W) to prevent him from sustaining trades.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Sett has built grit and can land a centered (W) for shield and true damage.
Respect (E) pull and stun threat, especially when you stand near minions or walls.
Avoid extended trades or all-ins when your (R) is down, as you lack mobility and reset options.

Early game

Abuse your range and passive fear to win short trades before Sett stacks grit.
Avoid extended melee fights where Sett can build grit and use (W) shield and true damage effectively.
Track (E) pull cooldown to avoid getting stunned and punished in early trades.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to engage or reset fights, forcing Sett to respect your all-in threat.
After your first completed AP burst item, increase pressure on Sett with more confident trades and wave control.
Respect Sett's level 6 (R) displacement and avoid positioning that allows him to slam you into his team or minions.

Win conditions

Use your passive fear and burst combo to deny Sett melee trades and force him out of lane control.
Exploit Sett's low mobility by maintaining distance and punishing cooldowns, especially after missed (E) or (W).
Leverage your level 6 (R) to pick fights on your terms, reset safely, and roam to snowball other lanes.