Galio vs Kassadin MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Galio vs Kassadin

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Galio's goal is to pressure Kassadin early to deny him safe scaling and force short trades he can control with W and E.
Use your medium early agency and lane pressure to prevent Kassadin from farming freely and hitting his level 6 spike safely.

Trading pattern

Use Q and passive for quick poke, then punish Kassadin if he steps too close with W taunt and E knock-up.
Respect Kassadin's Kassadin R mobility after level 6; avoid committing if his R is available and mana is sufficient.
Avoid wasting E without a clear engage or escape plan, as missing it reduces your short-range threat.

Danger windows

Kassadin is dangerous post-6 when he can use R to engage or escape; keep W and E ready to counter his approach.
Missing W or E leaves you vulnerable to Kassadin's burst and mobility; avoid trades without these cooldowns.
Kassadin's repeated R casts with mana allow aggressive short trades; back off if he has mana and R stacks available.

Early game

Push or hold a neutral wave to threaten Kassadin stepping into your W and E range for short trades.
Avoid extended trades before level 6; punish Kassadin's low early agency by forcing short trades when W and E are available.
Use your passive shield and Q to poke safely and prepare for roams or river fights.

Power spikes

Galio's level 6 R greatly increases map impact and teamfight presence; use it to join side fights and protect allies.
Your first durability or AP utility item strengthens your short trades and survivability against Kassadin's burst.
Kassadin's level 6 R unlocks high mobility and burst; respect this spike by avoiding extended trades and punishing overextensions.

Win conditions

Deny Kassadin safe farming and scaling by forcing short trades with W and E and controlling the wave.
Use your R to impact side fights and protect teammates, turning skirmishes in your favor.
Build early durability to sustain Kassadin's burst and maintain lane pressure, enabling roams and map control.