Anivia vs Zeri ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Anivia vs Zeri

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

This lane turns on punishing Zeri's last-hit approach when her support can't trade back.
Anivia controls wave access and zoning to force Zeri into predictable CS paths near your (W) terrain.
Zeri wins extended fights with (R) active, so short trades and cooldown windows favor Anivia's poke and stun.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto or (Q) when Zeri commits to last-hitting low-health minions and support pressure is low.
Use (W) to block narrow CS paths, forcing Zeri into your (Q) stun or (E) burst.
Back off if Zeri's support controls brush or can immediately punish your forward step during trades.

Danger windows

Respect (E) dash cooldown; stepping up when it's available risks her quick engage or escape.
Avoid trading when enemy support controls brush or can follow immediately after Zeri's poke.
Be cautious when (R) is active, as extended fights favor her mobility and DPS.

Early game

Use early waves to thin caster minions and hold the wave near your side to limit (E) dash safety.
Punish Zeri's last-hit attempts on low-health minions if enemy support is not threatening.
Avoid pushing too far without vision since Zeri can use walls for quick escapes with (E).

Power spikes

After level 6 and first mana/AP item, use (R) to zone and force Zeri into unfavorable fights.
(R) at level 6 enables extended fights; avoid chasing and favor poke and short trades.
Post first item, increase wave pressure to deny Zeri safe farming and force her to use (E) defensively.

Win conditions

Convert zoning and wave control into denying Zeri CS and forcing recalls before item spikes.
Use (R) to secure dragon setups by controlling space and zoning Zeri away from objectives.
Scale into teamfights where your zoning and stun can lock down Zeri and reduce her kite effectiveness.