The most successful core build for Mel Mid consists of Luden's Echo, Shadowflame, and Rabadon's Deathcap, which boasts a 53.3% win rate. For your boots, Sorcerer's Shoes are the standard choice with an 80.7% pick rate. You should start the game with Doran's Ring and two Health Potions for early lane sustain.

You should use the Sorcery tree with Arcane Comet as your primary keystone, followed by Manaflow Band, Transcendence, and Scorch. For your secondary tree, select Precision with Coup de Grace and Presence of Mind. This rune setup is the most popular, appearing in 47.4% of analyzed games.

Mel Mid is currently classified as a B tier champion in Patch 16.2.1. This ranking is supported by a carry score of 5.4/10 and a relatively low overall win rate. She is considered a middle-of-the-pack choice for the mid lane.

Mel's overall win rate as a Mid laner is 45.2% based on 2,697 games analyzed in Platinum+ ranks. However, when using her optimal core build of Luden's Echo, Shadowflame, and Rabadon's Deathcap, her win rate increases significantly to 53.3%. This suggests that itemization is crucial for her success.

Based on Platinum+ data where Mel has a 45.2% win rate and a B tier ranking, she may struggle in lower ranks as well. While her difficulty is moderate at 5/10, her low carry score of 5.4/10 suggests it might be hard to solo-carry games. Players should be cautious when picking her if they are looking for a high-impact climber.

Mel might be difficult to main currently due to her high ban rate of 33.4% and a below-average win rate of 45.2%. While her core items can reach a 53.3% win rate, she is only B tier in the current meta. If you enjoy Mage and Support styles with a 5/10 difficulty, she could be a niche pick.

Mel's win rate is currently low at 45.2% because she lacks recent buffs and has a low carry score of 5.4/10. There were no changes to her or her items in Patch 16.2.1 to improve her standing. Her high ban rate of 33.4% also suggests players find her frustrating to play against despite her lower win percentage.

Blackfire Torch is the best first item for Mel Mid, holding a 48.9% win rate and being selected in 43.5% of games. It provides better early-game performance compared to her overall average win rate. This item helps her transition more smoothly into her powerful mid-game core items.

You should pick Mel when your team needs a Mage or Support hybrid and the enemy has not banned her, which happens 33.4% of the time. She is a stable choice if you can reach her core three-item power spike of Luden's Echo, Shadowflame, and Rabadon's Deathcap. Since she is B tier, ensure your team composition can support her moderate carry potential.

Mel's primary power spike occurs when she completes her core items, specifically the Luden's Echo and Shadowflame combination which leads to a 53.3% win rate. You should prioritize maxing your Q skill first followed by E to maximize your damage output during these spikes. Play safely in the early game until you finish Blackfire Torch to stabilize your lane presence.

Mel scales well into the mid and late game, as evidenced by the high 53.3% win rate once she completes her three-item core. Her early game is more vulnerable, which is why her overall win rate is only 45.2%. Focus on farming and reaching your level spikes by maxing Q and E to be most effective in later teamfights.

Mel received no changes in Patch 16.2.1, meaning her abilities and base stats remain the same as the previous patch. There were also no item changes affecting her core build of Luden's Echo or Shadowflame. Her current B tier status is a continuation of her previous performance levels.

The data suggests that the Arcane Comet and Precision secondary setup is the standard, used in 47.4% of games. While specific matchups aren't listed, this page provides necessary mana from Manaflow Band and Presence of Mind to keep her effective. Stick to this primary setup for the most consistent performance across different games.