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Zilean vs Hwei MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean vs Hwei

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Focus on controlling bomb zones to limit Hwei's poke angles and force mistakes.
Use (E) speed to manipulate trade distance and protect your ADC from Hwei's burst.
Deny Hwei's long-range poke by punishing cooldowns and positioning around minion waves.

Trading pattern

Set double bombs on minions or slowed targets to maximize stun threat.
Use (E) speed to engage or disengage trades, avoiding Hwei's skillshot poke.
Avoid throwing single bombs without ADC follow-up to prevent wasted cooldowns.

Danger windows

Respect (E) spellbook CC timing to avoid getting caught in fear or root.
Avoid overextending when (R) ultimate is up to prevent lethal all-ins.
Be cautious when your (R) is down, as Hwei can exploit your ADC's vulnerability.

Early game

Prioritize level 2 for double bomb plus speed to contest early trades effectively.
Hold wave near your tower to reduce Hwei's poke effectiveness and bait cooldowns.
Coordinate with your ADC to punish Hwei if he mispositions while using (E) spellbook CC.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks double bomb plus speed, enabling stronger early trades with ADC support.
Level 3 allows (W) for double bomb combos, increasing poke and peel potential.
Level 6 (R) turns all-ins into safer plays by denying Hwei's burst kill attempts.

Win conditions

Use double bomb stuns combined with (E) speed to create kill windows for your ADC.
Save (R) to negate Hwei's burst or all-in attempts, forcing him to hesitate.
Control mid-lane wave to enable roams or vision control, limiting Hwei's poke effectiveness.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup