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Kassadin vs Ahri MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Kassadin vs Ahri

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Kassadin is a scaling assassin with low early agency and lane pressure against Ahri's high early agency and poke.
Prioritize surviving early poke and avoid giving Ahri free Ahri E angles or extended trades before level 6.

Trading pattern

Trade minimally pre-6, using Q shield to absorb poke and avoid Ahri E range.
After level 6, use R for short, controlled trades when Ahri's key cooldowns like Ahri E are down.
Avoid trading if low on mana or if Ahri R is available to follow or disengage.

Danger windows

Pre-6 Kassadin is vulnerable to Ahri E and poke combo; respect Ahri E cooldown.
Kassadin is in danger if he uses R aggressively with low mana, risking being locked down.
After Ahri uses Ahri R, Kassadin can look for safer short trades or pressure.

Early game

Focus on safe last-hitting near tower and use Q to absorb Ahri's magic poke.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 to minimize damage from Ahri's Q and W poke plus Ahri E threat.
Preserve mana and health to reach level 6 without falling behind.

Power spikes

Kassadin's major spikes are level 6 R and first completed AP item.
Ahri's major spikes are level 6 Ahri R and first completed mage item.
Respect Ahri's level 6 spike as it significantly increases her pick and roam threat.

Win conditions

Survive early lane by absorbing poke with Q and farming safely to level 6.
Use R post-6 to engage short trades and punish Ahri's cooldowns or overextensions.
Apply side pressure and look for flanks once mobile burst and R uptime improve with levels and items.

Tip: For Kassadin vs Ahri, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup