Anivia vs Azir MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Anivia vs Azir

Updated Jun 5, 2026

Overview

Anivia is a control mage with medium lane pressure who must deny Azir a calm scaling lane by using waveclear and zoning.
Focus on preventing Azir from safely placing soldiers and scaling through controlled lane tempo and wave management.

Trading pattern

Engage trades by landing (Q) and following up with (E) for max damage, using (W) to block Azir's movement or force him into your stun.
Punish Azir aggressively when his (E) is down or used forward, as he loses escape and reposition options.
Avoid trades when Azir has soldiers well placed and (R) ready to disengage or isolate you.

Danger windows

Avoid overextending when (R) is available, as it can disengage or isolate you.
Be cautious when Azir's soldiers are optimally placed and (E) is ready, limiting your safe trade windows.
Do not overcommit or chase after missing (Q) or without flash, as you become vulnerable to all-ins.

Early game

Use early waveclear to keep the wave from pushing too far and disrupt Azir's soldier setup.
Respect (E) as a reposition and escape tool; avoid extended trades when it is available.
Prioritize farming and look for (Q) combos only when Azir mispositions or wastes (E).

Power spikes

After level 6 and first mana/AP item, use your stronger waveclear and (R) zoning to pressure waves and force fights on your terms.
Respect Azir's level 6 (R) and first mage DPS item as his soldier damage and disengage threat increase.
Adjust trading pace only when your key cooldowns and resources are available and Azir's defensive tools are on cooldown.

Win conditions

Deny Azir safe soldier placement and scaling by controlling waves and zoning with your (R).
Look for picks by landing (Q) combos when Azir misuses (E) or (R) or overextends.
Control lane tempo to force Azir into risky trades before his item spikes, leveraging your waveclear and crowd control.