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Vladimir vs Mel MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Vladimir vs Mel

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Vladimir wants a calm lane to farm and sustain through Mel's poke while avoiding forced early all-ins.
Vladimir has low early pressure and must avoid giving Mel room to safely poke or force W early.

Trading pattern

Trade short when empowered Q is ready, but only if Mel's W is down to avoid projectile reflect.
Save W to deny Mel's key poke spells, especially Mel Q and Mel E combos.
Avoid trading when empowered Q is down or Mel's W is ready, as Mel can punish your approach.

Danger windows

Mel is most dangerous when W is up to reflect your Q or E poke, and when Mel E roots you for follow-up damage.
Avoid extended trades if Mel's R is active on marked targets, as it amplifies her burst.
Be cautious after using W yourself, as its long cooldown and health cost leave you vulnerable.

Early game

Use Q to sustain through Mel's poke and avoid engaging when Mel's W is available to reflect.
Avoid fighting Mel's wave control before your empowered Q is ready to trade.
Focus on farming safely and preserving health until level 6 and item spikes.

Power spikes

Vladimir's major spikes are level 6 R and first completed AP item, enabling strong burst and sustain.
Respect Mel's level 6 R and first mage item spikes that increase her poke and burst potential.
Punish Mel's W cooldown by stepping forward for empowered Q trades or wave pressure.

Win conditions

Survive early poke with Q sustain and W defensive windows to reach your mid-game AP spikes.
Use empowered Q trades when Mel's W is down to chip her health and build item advantage.
Look for grouped fights post-level 6 where R can amplify burst damage and turn teamfights in your favor.

Tip: For Vladimir vs Mel, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup