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Zed vs Qiyana MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zed vs Qiyana

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Zed is a high-mobility assassin focused on bursting down enemy carries and applying lane pressure early.
Use your stronger early agency and lane pressure to deny Qiyana a calm scaling lane and avoid letting her set up terrain trades.

Trading pattern

Engage with W + E for reliable damage, then use Q to finish trades before committing R for all-ins.
Respect Qiyana's element choice as it changes her Q threat and trade potential.
Avoid trading when Qiyana has terrain advantage or her R is available near walls or river.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Qiyana has the correct element and fights near terrain, increasing her burst and crowd control threat.
Avoid engaging if Qiyana R is up near walls or river.
Missing W engage or overcommitting early can leave Zed vulnerable to Qiyana's counterplay.

Early game

Avoid extended trades before level 3 when Zed is vulnerable to Qiyana's poke and burst.
Use W + E for guaranteed damage and poke with Q to pressure Qiyana after level 3.
Punish Qiyana if she commits E without lethal threat or escape path by counter-engaging with your combo.

Power spikes

Zed's major spikes are level 3 (W-E-Q combo), level 6 (R), and first lethality item.
Respect Qiyana's level 3 unlock of Q-W-E element setup and level 6 terrain-based R burst.
Both champions spike with lethality items, increasing burst threat in trades.

Win conditions

Use your superior mobility and burst to punish Qiyana's E commits without lethal pressure.
Deny her terrain access and force fights away from walls or river to reduce her R impact.
Capitalize on level 6 and item spikes to all-in and burst her before she can respond effectively.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup