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Yone vs Zilean MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean

Yone vs Zilean

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use (E) + (Q) combo to force trades and exit before Zilean sets double bombs.
Prioritize punishing Zilean's bomb cooldowns by crashing waves quickly.
Snowball through extended trades and side-lane pressure after hitting key power spikes.

Trading pattern

Stack (Q) to threaten knockup, then gap close with (E) and second (Q), snapping back immediately.
Punish Zilean when his (Q) bombs miss or (R) is on cooldown.
Avoid prolonged trades while his double bomb stun and speed buff are active.

Danger windows

Respect Zilean's double (Q) stun setup; avoid standing in bomb zones.
Beware of (R) revive enabling Zilean's team to survive burst; hold burst damage until it's down.
Avoid trading when Zilean uses (E) speed buff to kite or disengage.

Early game

Avoid early all-ins before level 3 when you lack (E) extension and (W) shield.
Use level 3 unlock to trade aggressively with (Q)-(W)-(E) combo when bombs are on cooldown.
Reset after crashing waves to deny Zilean safe bomb setups and poke.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks full (Q)-(W)-(E) combo; use it to force trades with planned exits.
First item with attack speed boosts damage and trade reliability; increase aggression post-back.
Blade of the Ruined King significantly improves wave control and dueling; pressure more after acquisition.

Win conditions

Convert successful trades into side-lane pressure leveraging Yone's mobility and waveclear.
Force Zilean off waves to deny bomb setups and poke opportunities.
Time all-ins around (R) cooldown and bomb placement to maximize kill potential.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup