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Zilean vs Katarina MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zilean vs Katarina

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Control the wave with bombs to zone Katarina and limit her dagger setups.
Use (E) speed to maintain spacing and avoid her all-in engage range.
Hold (R) to counter her burst or reset all-ins and protect your ADC.

Trading pattern

Set bombs on minions to zone and punish Katarina standing near daggers.
Use (E) speed to control trade distance and disengage before she commits.
Trade only when her (E) is down or she lacks dagger resets to avoid all-in bursts.

Danger windows

Respect (E) mobility when daggers are positioned for follow-up damage.
Avoid fighting during her (R) channel, as it enables high burst and resets.
Be cautious if she gains item spikes that improve burst and roam threat.

Early game

Reach level 2 quickly to threaten double bomb plus speed trades.
Use early wave control to deny Katarina safe dagger placements.
Avoid overextending without vision to reduce jungle gank risk against her roam potential.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks double bomb plus speed, enabling stronger poke and zoning.
Level 3 allows full double bomb combos, increasing trade threat significantly.
Level 6 (R) provides a clutch revive to negate Katarina's all-in resets and burst.

Win conditions

Deny Katarina dagger setups with bomb zones to limit her burst windows.
Use (R) to absorb her all-in attempts and enable your ADC to kite or counter.
Control wave and vision to prevent her roam resets and force her to play reactively.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup