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Kassadin vs Viktor MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Kassadin vs Viktor

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Kassadin is a scaling assassin who must survive Viktor's poke and control until level 6.
Avoid giving Viktor a passive lane by managing wave and respecting his poke damage early.

Trading pattern

Before level 6, trade minimally using Q shield and only short W empowered hits when safe.
After level 6, use R for short burst trades when Viktor's Viktor W is on cooldown or poorly placed.
Avoid trading if low on mana or if Viktor's Viktor W is ready to punish your engage.

Danger windows

Pre-6 Kassadin is vulnerable to Viktor's poke and zone control, especially if Viktor's Viktor W is well placed.
Kassadin is in danger if he uses R aggressively without mana left for escape.
Avoid extended trades when Viktor's Viktor R is available and Viktor W is ready to stun.

Early game

Focus on safe last-hitting near tower to minimize poke damage from Viktor E and Q.
Use Q to absorb Viktor's magic poke and avoid extended trades before level 6.
Avoid pushing the wave unnecessarily to reduce exposure to Viktor's zone control with Viktor W.

Power spikes

Kassadin's major spikes are level 6 R and first completed AP item.
Respect Viktor's level 6 Viktor R and his item/evolution spikes that enhance poke and zone control.
Kassadin's level 11 improves R uptime and damage, increasing threat in skirmishes.

Win conditions

Survive early lane poke and reach level 6 to unlock mobility and burst with R.
Punish Viktor's poor Viktor W placement with short R trades and quick disengage.
Use Kassadin's high mobility post-6 to flank or pressure side lanes, denying Viktor safe scaling.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup