Lissandra vs Twisted Fate MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Lissandra vs Twisted Fate

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Lissandra is a control mage who wants to punish Twisted Fate when he steps into her W root range and use her R for lockdown or self-peel.
She should maintain medium lane pressure to deny Twisted Fate safe wave control and punish his low mobility and reliance on Gold Card for trades.

Trading pattern

Trade when Twisted Fate's Gold Card (W) is on cooldown or not selected to reduce risk of stun.
Use W root to punish Twisted Fate if he tries to approach for a trade or pick.
Only use E plus R for engage when you have ally follow-up or a guaranteed lockdown to avoid being punished by his poke or stun.

Danger windows

Twisted Fate is dangerous when Gold Card (W) is selected and he has nearby follow-up for picks.
When Twisted Fate's R is available, be wary of his roam pressure and ward accordingly to avoid losing side lanes.
Avoid committing to trades or engages when your R is down, as Twisted Fate can punish your reduced lockdown and mobility.

Early game

Use Q to farm safely and poke while holding W to punish Twisted Fate if he tries to commit without Gold Card ready.
Avoid engaging without R as Twisted Fate's Gold Card can stun and set up burst trades.
Keep wave control to prevent Twisted Fate from roaming freely with R and creating side-lane pressure.

Power spikes

Respect Twisted Fate's level 6 Twisted Fate R (R) for map pressure and pick potential.
Lissandra's major spike is level 6 R (R) which increases her kill threat and survivability.
First completed AP or utility item boosts Lissandra's control and damage, enhancing her lockdown potential.

Win conditions

Control short-range trades by punishing Twisted Fate’s attempts to enter W range with root and follow-up lockdown.
Deny Twisted Fate wave priority to limit his roam opportunities and reduce his map impact.
Use E and R to create flanks or engage angles when allies can follow up, turning lockdown into kills and teamfight advantages.