Naafiri vs Hwei MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Naafiri vs Hwei

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Naafiri must manage poke pressure with Q and look for W engages only after Hwei's defensive spells or crowd control are down.
Naafiri should pressure moderately to deny Hwei safe scaling and avoid giving Hwei passive control through long-range poke.

Trading pattern

Start trades with Q poke to apply bleed and wait for Hwei to use defensive E or W before committing with W and E.
Punish Hwei if he chooses the wrong E spell by engaging quickly during cooldown windows.
Avoid committing W if Q poke missed or Hwei's crowd control is ready, as it can be interrupted or punished.

Danger windows

Danger when W is committed into active crowd control or shield from Hwei, making you vulnerable.
Be cautious when Hwei's E spellbook CC (fear or root) is available to punish your engage.
Avoid all-ins when Q poke is absent or ineffective, as your burst threat is lower.

Early game

Use Q to chip Hwei before committing to all-ins, respecting Hwei's E spellbook crowd control.
Avoid engaging with W when Hwei's E or shield spells are available to block or punish your dash.
Maintain wave control to keep lane state favorable for poke and W engages without predictable paths.

Power spikes

Major spikes: Level 6 R enhances chase and burst, and first lethality item increases Q poke threat.
Respect Hwei's level 3 power spike when all spellbooks unlock full poke, control, and shield options.
Respect Hwei's level 6 R for potential all-in burst and control.

Win conditions

Win by landing consistent Q poke to lower Hwei's health and then using R-enhanced W all-ins on isolated or low-health targets.
Exploit windows when Hwei's E or defensive spells are on cooldown to commit safely.
Use R to increase chase and burst pressure, denying Hwei safe scaling and forcing mistakes.