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Zilean vs Akshan MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Akshan

Zilean vs Akshan

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Control lane with bomb zones and speed to counter Akshan's short-range poke.
Deny Akshan's early all-in by punishing his (E) engage attempts.
Use (R) to negate Akshan's burst and force him to hesitate on commits.

Trading pattern

Use double bombs on slowed targets or minion waves to zone Akshan.
Speed your ADC with (E) to kite Akshan's short-range autos and (Q).
Punish Akshan immediately after he misses (E) or uses it forward.

Danger windows

Respect Akshan's level 2 (Q)+(E) combo for early short trades.
Avoid standing near hook range to prevent being caught by Akshan's burst.
Beware of Akshan's level 6 (R) for sudden all-in or roam plays.

Early game

Track level 2 to contest wave only if ADC can follow your speed trade.
Hold wave near mid to avoid giving Akshan roam opportunities with (W).
Avoid extended trades before level 3 double bomb threat is active.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks bomb plus speed for strong poke and trade windows.
Level 3 enables double bomb combos for high threat trades.
Level 6 (R) forces Akshan to hold burst or swap targets, shifting all-ins.

Win conditions

Use double bombs and speed to create safe windows for your ADC to trade.
Save (R) to deny Akshan's committed burst or dive attempts.
Control mid wave to limit Akshan's roam and force him to farm under pressure.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup