Anivia vs Cassiopeia MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Anivia vs Cassiopeia

Updated Jun 5, 2026

Overview

Anivia is a control mage with medium lane pressure who must manage wave control and zone Cassiopeia using her strong waveclear and terrain.
Focus on denying Cassiopeia extended trades where she can stack (E) damage and punish you, leveraging Anivia's scaling and zoning strengths.

Trading pattern

Start trades by landing (Q) then follow immediately with (E) for max damage, using (W) to block her movement or force her into your (Q).
Respect (W) cooldown as it negates your mobility and punishes dashes.
Avoid trading when Cassiopeia is poisoned and can chain (E) casts; instead, punish missed (Q) for short trades or wave pressure.

Danger windows

(R) stun is lethal if you face her during all-ins; avoid facing her directly when it is up.
Missing your (Q) opens you to punishment; do not overcommit on failed (Q) attempts.
Your lack of mobility and flash cooldown make you vulnerable to Cassiopeia's extended trades and jungle ganks.

Early game

Use (Q) and (W) to zone Cassiopeia and avoid stepping into her (W) zone that grounds and slows.
Track (Q) cooldown to punish her reduced threat window with short trades.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 to minimize exposure to Cassiopeia's sustained damage.

Power spikes

Spike at level 6 with (R) for zoning and pick potential; use this to force fights on your terms.
Respect Cassiopeia's level 6 (R) which increases her all-in threat; avoid facing her directly during this window.
After first mana/AP item, pressure waves and trades more confidently while tracking Cassiopeia's cooldowns.

Win conditions

Win by farming efficiently and using (Q)+(W)+(E) combos to zone and pick Cassiopeia before she can extend fights.
Use (R) to control space and prevent Cassiopeia from safely farming or committing to all-ins.
Punish (Q) and (W) cooldowns by stepping forward for short trades or crashing waves to deny farm.