Kalista vs Hwei ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Kalista vs Hwei

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Kalista wins extended trades by stacking (E) through minions and punishing Hwei's low mobility.
Control wave length to keep fights in long lane space, enabling hop-based chase and all-ins.
Hwei's poke and (E) CC force you to commit only when your support can follow or (R) is ready.

Trading pattern

Punish Hwei's last-hit attempts with autos and (Q) transfers only if support cannot immediately trade back.
Stack (E) on low-health minions near Hwei to threaten execute and force him off CS.
Avoid trades when slowed or without support follow-up, as Hwei's poke and root can punish you.

Danger windows

Respect (E) root or fear setup combined with support follow-up for lethal all-ins.
Avoid stepping into brush or hook range when enemy support is ready to engage with Hwei's CC.
Beware trading when Hwei's poke spells and (R) are available, especially if your support is out of position.

Early game

Use first three waves to thin minions and position for last-hit punishment when Hwei steps up.
Prioritize level 2 trades with support engage or (R) ready to lock Hwei for (E) stacks.
Avoid trading if enemy support controls brush or threat zone, giving up punish windows safely.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) enables forced all-ins or saves; coordinate with support to maximize engage or disengage.
First completed attack-speed item boosts (E) stack speed; force longer trades and objective control.
Track Hwei's level 6 (R) to avoid blind engages and punish post-ultimate cooldown windows.

Win conditions

Convert (E) stacks on low-health minions and Hwei into health leads to force recalls and crash waves.
Use (R) to initiate or save fights, enabling your support to lock Hwei down for kills or objective control.
Translate lane pressure into dragon setups and plate damage before Hwei completes key mage items.