Diana vs Tristana MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Tristana

Diana vs Tristana

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use level 3 to threaten quick (Q)+(E)+(W) burst trades before Tristana hits level 2 all-in.
Avoid extended trades without (Q) ready to prevent hard punishment from Tristana's burst.
Focus on short trades and all-ins when (E) reset is available to maximize burst damage.

Trading pattern

Start trades by landing (Q) to enable (E) dash reset and follow with (W) shield for burst trades.
Punish (W) usage when she jumps forward without reset or support follow-up.
Avoid committing all-in if (Q) misses or (E) dash reset is unavailable to reduce risk of counterattack.

Danger windows

Respect Tristana's level 2 all-in window with (W) jump and (E) burst, especially with enemy support nearby.
Avoid extended trades when (E) dash reset is on cooldown to prevent losing pressure.
Beware of (R) knockback disrupting your all-in or escape attempts.

Early game

Prioritize hitting level 3 before Tristana to unlock your full burst combo.
Avoid overextending early to prevent getting jumped on by (W) with support follow-up.
Use minion waves to bait Tristana's jump and punish her cooldowns immediately after.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks your full (Q)+(W)+(E) burst combo, enabling strong short trades.
Level 6 (R) allows for decisive all-ins or defensive disengages against Tristana's aggression.
First completed AP item increases your burst and wave control, pressuring Tristana's turret access.

Win conditions

Use level 3 combo to force Tristana off the wave and deny turret plate pressure.
Capitalize on (R) availability to secure kills or force enemy recalls for objective control.
After first item, pressure waves and trades confidently to snowball mid-game teamfights and roams.