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Zilean vs Vladimir MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Vladimir

Zilean vs Vladimir

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use bomb zones and (E) speed to control trade distance against Vladimir's short-range poke.
Deny Vladimir's empowered (Q) trades by zoning and punishing cooldowns.
Hold (R) to counter Vladimir's burst or all-in attempts, forcing him to hesitate.

Trading pattern

Set double bombs on minions or slowed Vladimir to maximize stun threat.
Use (E) speed to engage or disengage trades, avoiding Vladimir's empowered (Q) burst.
Punish Vladimir when (W) is down by stepping forward to land bombs and force him off the wave.

Danger windows

Respect Vladimir's empowered (Q) cooldown; avoid trading when it's ready.
Be cautious when (W) is available to dodge your bombs or CC.
Avoid overextending during Vladimir's level 6 (R) window, which amplifies his burst.

Early game

Prioritize level 2 for double bomb plus (E) speed to threaten trades before Vladimir scales.
Thin waves to set bombs through minions and punish Vladimir's low early lane pressure.
Avoid extended fights before level 3 when your full kit enables stronger poke and control.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks double bomb and (E) speed for stronger poke and zone control.
Level 3 completes your kit, enabling double bomb stuns for reliable trades.
Level 6 (R) forces Vladimir to hold burst or swap targets, giving you leverage in fights.

Win conditions

Control lane with bomb zones and (E) speed to deny Vladimir's short trades.
Use (R) to negate Vladimir's all-in burst, enabling your ADC or team to follow up.
Exploit Vladimir's cooldowns by forcing trades when (W) and empowered (Q) are down.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup