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Zilean vs Rakan SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Rakan

Zilean vs Rakan

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 9, 2026

Overview

Control brush to deny Rakan's engage angles and protect ADC positioning.
Use (Q) bomb zones and (E) speed to create safe ADC follow-up windows.
Prioritize river vision to track Rakan's roam and secure objective setups.

Trading pattern

Set double bombs on slowed or clustered targets to maximize ADC follow-up damage.
Hold (R) to counter Rakan's burst engage or ADC dive attempts.
Use (E) speed to control trade distance and peel when Rakan commits (W).

Danger windows

Respect (W)+(E) engage combo when his dash is up and brush is controlled by him.
Avoid clustering near minions to reduce risk of double bomb stuns during Rakan's charm (R).
Watch for Rakan's level 6 charm engage combined with ADC follow-up for burst windows.

Early game

Track level 2 to contest wave only if ADC can follow your (Q)+(E) engage.
Deny brush access to limit (W) knockup angles and roaming potential.
Use wave crash timing to create roam windows while ensuring ADC safety.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your (Q)+(E) combo; use this to pressure and speed your ADC trades.
Level 3 enables (W) for double bomb setups, increasing pick and peel threat.
Level 6 (R) provides clutch revive, forcing Rakan to hesitate on all-ins.

Win conditions

Convert lane control into denied enemy ADC positioning and forced defensive cooldowns.
Use (R) to enable aggressive ADC plays and punish Rakan's overcommitments.
Establish river vision and timing to safely roam or set up dragon with your ADC.

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

Updated Jun 9, 2026New matchup