Lissandra vs Annie MID Matchup Guide

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Lissandra into Anniemedium

Overview

Trade only when Annie is forced to push with and low on mana to exploit her vulnerability.
Use to root Annie during her close-range combo and follow with for lockdown.
Avoid extended trades without ready to prevent getting stunned by Annie's passive and burst combo.

Annie is most dangerous when her passive stun is stacked and is available for picks.
Avoid engaging or extended trades without ready to prevent burst punish.
Be cautious when using forward without follow-up, as Annie can capitalize on your positioning.

Thin the wave with early to force Annie to use mana pushing or risk missing farm.
Hold to root Annie when she commits to her burst combo.
Avoid engaging with without or jungle follow-up to prevent counterpunish.

Respect Annie's level 6 spike for pick potential and stronger burst.
Use your level 6 spike to lock down Annie or negate her all-ins.
After your first completed AP or utility item, pressure waves and trades more confidently against Annie.

Use to poke Annie out of range and force inefficient mana use.
Punish Annie's all-in attempts by rooting with and locking down with for team follow-up.
Coordinate with your jungler to chain crowd control and shut down Annie's burst early.

Tactical tip

For Lissandra vs Annie, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.