Nemesis: Dominating Mid Lane with Zed in League of Legends

Join Nemesis as he demonstrates his skills in the mid lane with Zed, showcasing his power spike and strategic gameplay.

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Join Nemesis as he dominates the mid lane with his exceptional Zed gameplay in League of Legends. Throughout the video, Nemesis showcases his strategic decision-making, power spike, and precise execution of abilities. From showcasing the importance of certain items in Zed’s build to demonstrating effective wave control and teamfighting, this video is a must-watch for all aspiring mid laners.

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Key Takeaways:

  • Nemesis emphasizes the importance of including the item ‘Serrated Dirk’ in Zed’s build, as it provides a significant power spike in the early game.
  • He highlights the effectiveness of Zed’s Q-E combo in quickly clearing waves and pressuring opponents under their tower.
  • Nemesis showcases the strength of the Zed-Wayne synergy, explaining how their crowd control abilities complement each other in teamfights.

Zed’s Power Spike and Strategic Gameplay

In the video, Nemesis demonstrates the immense power spike Zed experiences with the purchase of the item ‘Luden’s Echo.’ This early game item allows Zed to deal significant damage, making him the strongest champion on the map.

Nemesis strategically uses Zed’s abilities to poke opponents and secure kills. His precise execution of the Q-E combo enables him to quickly burst down enemies, while his W allows for strategic positioning and outplays.

The Importance of Itemization

Nemesis emphasizes the importance of including the item ‘Serrated Dirk’ in Zed’s build. This item provides bonus attack damage and armor penetration, enhancing Zed’s damage output and making him a formidable threat in the early game.

Additionally, Nemesis discusses the choice between cooldown reduction (CDR) boots and penetration boots. He explains that CDR boots are more effective against tanky opponents, while penetration boots are ideal when facing squishy targets.

Wave Control and Roaming

Nemesis showcases his expertise in wave control, utilizing Zed’s abilities to quickly clear waves and pressure opponents under their tower. This allows him to gain a significant advantage in lane and create opportunities for roaming.

Furthermore, Nemesis demonstrates the importance of strategic roaming and map awareness. He capitalizes on opportunities to assist his teammates in other lanes, securing kills and objectives for his team.

Teamfighting and Synergy

Nemesis highlights the synergy between Zed and Swain, explaining how their crowd control abilities work together to dominate teamfights. Zed’s ultimate (R) combined with Swain’s abilities allows for devastating bursts of damage and crowd control, making them a formidable duo in team engagements.

He also emphasizes the importance of recognizing power spikes and knowing when to engage in teamfights. Nemesis advises waiting for the optimal moment when his champion is at its strongest to ensure maximum impact in team engagements.