How to counter Zed in Wild Rift
Zed is an assassin who deals physical damage. Key traits: burst damage, high mobility.
Best picks against Zed
9.7 Janna Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
8.8 Galio Tankprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
8.5 Lulu Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes
8.2 Poppy Tankpunishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
7.7 Sona Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.7 Soraka Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.6 Alistar Tankpunishes mobile heroes
7.1 Nami Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
Items to buy against Zed
- Dead Man's Platevs physical damage
- Guardian Angelvs physical damage
- Zhonya's Hourglassvs physical damage
- Sterak's Gagevs burst damage
- Gargoyle Stoneplatevs burst damage
Zed is strong against
squishy mages and marksmen
Suggested build for Zed
- Plated Steelcaps
- Duskblade of Draktharr
- Youmuu's Ghostblade
- Serylda's Grudge
- Death's Dance
- Guardian Angel
Keystone rune
- ElectrocuteKeystone rune
- Battle spell: Flash + Smite
How to play against Zed
- Zed deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Zed is very mobile: use your crowd control after it dashes.
- Zed deals physical damage: armor items slow it down.
Zed guides and news
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Who is the best counter to Zed?
The strongest picks against Zed right now are Janna, Galio, and Lulu. Janna stands out: protects the team from burst.
What items should I buy against Zed?
The most useful items against Zed: Dead Man's Plate, Guardian Angel, Zhonya's Hourglass, Sterak's Gage, and Gargoyle Stoneplate.
Who is Zed strong against?
Zed is especially strong against squishy mages and marksmen.
What is the best build for Zed?
Suggested build for Zed: Plated Steelcaps, Duskblade of Draktharr, Youmuu's Ghostblade, Serylda's Grudge, Death's Dance, and Guardian Angel. Keystone rune: Electrocute.
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