Vladimir Counters

The best champions globally to counter Vladimir include Kalista, Samira, and Xayah. These champs are all great at countering Vladimir with decent win rates over 55%. Even if these Vladimir counter picks are not picked opposite your position, it's not smart to play him into one of these matchups. They will likely beat Vladimir.

Conversely, if the enemy team brings either Lillia or Brand, Vladimir mains should strongly think about picking him, as he easily dominates these champs with win rates over 54% against each ofthem.

Recognize that Vladimir is weakest in the early game, as he requires time and resources to scale and become a threat. Use this period to apply pressure and deny him the opportunity to farm for gold and experience.

Vladimir's damage and survivability significantly increase upon reaching level six. It's essential to prepare for this power spike by maintaining good health levels and ensuring you can respond to his increased kill pressure.

Pay attention to Vladimir's ability to heal himself, mainly through his Q ability. The procurement of Grievous Wounds can reduce this healing effect and give you an advantage in the lane.

Be aware of Vladimir's W ability, which allows him to escape sticky situations quickly. If he misuses this ability, he can become an easy target, particularly if you save your main crowd control ability.

During the mid-game, Vladimir becomes a significant threat because of his burst damage combo with his Q and Ultimate R. Try not to group too closely with your team to prevent him from taking advantage of your placement.

In late-game scenarios, Vladimir's life steal and damage make him a formidable opponent in team fights. However, forcing him to use his W and Q abilities at inappropriate times can significantly reduce his survivability.

If Vladimir starts to get ahead, the key is not to panic. Rather, focus on carefully planning your engagements, investing in Grievous Wounds to cut down his healing, and preventing him from freely farming and gaining more resources.