Garen vs Annie MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Garen vs Annie

Updated Jun 5, 2026

Overview

This mid matchup is about using short trades to chip Annie down and avoid her burst combo and stun stacks.
Focus on denying Annie free farm by punishing her mana-dependent wave pushes and forcing her off the wave.

Trading pattern

Use (Q) to silence Annie before starting a quick (E) spin trade, then back off to let your passive regen health.
Punish Annie when she uses (W) to push the wave and runs low on mana by stepping up for all-ins.
Avoid trading when Annie's stun passive is stacked or (R) is available, as she can burst and lock you down.

Danger windows

(R) and 4th passive stun stack create lethal burst windows; avoid extended trades during these times.
After you use (Q), you lose your silence and gap closer, making you vulnerable if Annie counters.
If your passive is interrupted repeatedly, your sustain collapses, increasing risk against Annie's poke.

Early game

Use early short (Q)+(E) trades to chip Annie before she hits level 6 and gains her ultimate pick threat.
Avoid extended trades where Annie can proc her passive stun and burst you down.
Keep the wave near your side to punish Annie's attempts to push with (W) and force her to burn mana.

Power spikes

Level 6: Your (R) execute becomes a strong kill threat on Annie after chipping her health.
First bruiser/tank item: Increases your durability to survive Annie's burst and extend trades.
Annie's level 6 (R) unlocks her pick and burst potential; respect this window and avoid overextending.

Win conditions

Use short (Q)+(E) trades to chip Annie and reach execute range for your (R) kill.
Deny Annie free farm by punishing her mana-dependent wave pushes and forcing her off the wave.
After first item, repeat controlled trades and look for level 6 all-ins when (R) is down or after she wastes key spells.