Elise & Zed Synergy

Elise Jungle and Zed Mid win 53.2% of 2,214 Low Elo games together, +2.3 points vs expected, 2-patch window 26.19-26.20.

Researched on LoL patch 26.20. Tips are written to hold at any rank; stats come from Low Elo ranked games up to patch 26.20.

Why this duo works

Elise's Cocoon(E) can start a gank and give Zed time to land his W-E-Q burst on a stationary target. Their damage types also make it harder for opponents to shut both champions down by stacking one resistance.

Playing the duo

A landed Cocoon(E) gives Zed a reliable opening for Living Shadow(W), Shadow Slash(E), and Razor Shuriken(Q) to hit together and finish the target. (Unverified: no source confirms this note.)

Elise's magic damage alongside Zed's physical burst makes it harder for an opponent to itemize against both; Elise players specifically recommend pairing with an AD assassin.

How to play as Elise

Look for mid ganks when Zed can follow a Cocoon(E); if it lands, call for his W-E-Q burst rather than forcing a solo finish. (Unverified: no source confirms this note.)

How to play as Zed

Hold Living Shadow(W) until Elise lands Cocoon(E) on a mobile target, then use the stun window to connect Shadow Slash(E) and Razor Shuriken(Q). (Unverified: no source confirms this note.)

Sources

These notes come from r/zedmains and r/Elisemains, checked against the champions' abilities.