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Zilean vs Aurora MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Aurora

Zilean vs Aurora

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use (Q) bombs to zone Aurora and punish her low range early on.
Prioritize speed (E) to control trade distance and aid ADC follow-ups.
Hold (R) to deny Aurora's burst or counter her all-in attempts.

Trading pattern

Set double bombs on minions to catch Aurora when she tries to farm or reposition.
Use (E) speed to engage or disengage around (E) slow animation.
Punish Aurora immediately after she uses (W) invisibility since she loses her escape tool.

Danger windows

Respect Aurora's level 6 ultimate window for burst and high mobility picks.
Avoid standing in bomb zones when (Q)+(E) combo is ready to punish.
Be cautious when (R) is down, as Aurora can exploit your lack of revive.

Early game

Hit level 2 quickly to threaten double bomb plus speed trades.
Thin the wave to create bomb zones that force Aurora to take damage or miss CS.
Avoid overextending before (R) is online to reduce kill risk from Aurora's burst.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks double bomb plus speed, enabling strong short trades.
Level 3 allows (W) for double bomb resets, increasing poke and peel.
Level 6 (R) gives a revive that forces Aurora to delay all-ins or switch targets.

Win conditions

Control lane by zoning Aurora with bombs and speed to deny her farm and picks.
Use (R) to save your ADC from Aurora's burst, forcing her to hesitate.
Coordinate with your ADC to capitalize on speed boosts for trades or disengages.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup