Zoe vs Azir MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zoe vs Azir

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Zoe is a poke mage with high early agency and lane pressure aiming to deny Azir a calm scaling lane.
Manage your E and R cooldowns carefully to maintain pressure without overcommitting and becoming vulnerable to Azir's soldier zone control.

Trading pattern

Start trades by landing E, then use Q and R to maximize burst damage from unexpected angles.
Respect Azir's soldier zones; avoid walking through them to prevent taking poke and counter trades.
Punish Azir when Azir E or R is down, as his repositioning and disengage options are limited.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Azir has soldiers positioned between you and him, as his poke and zone control peak.
Avoid committing when Azir's R is available, as it can displace and isolate you.
After missing E or using R poorly, you are vulnerable to Azir's counter-engage or poke.

Early game

Use early levels to fish for E and follow up with Q and R for burst before Azir sets up soldiers.
Avoid extended fights before Azir places soldiers; pressure the wave to disrupt his safe farming.
Punish Azir if he uses E aggressively without a safe exit by landing E and bursting with Q and R.

Power spikes

Zoe's level 6 R unlocks extended poke angles and burst potential.
First completed AP burst item significantly increases Zoe's kill threat.
Respect Azir's level 6 Azir R (R) which can stop your all-ins and force disengages.

Win conditions

Deny Azir a calm, controlled lane by aggressively fishing for E and bursting with Q and R before he scales.
Use R to reposition and extend Q range, bypassing soldier zones and catching Azir off guard.
Punish Azir's mistakes like forced E or R defensively to secure kills and snowball lane dominance.