Ahri vs Sett MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ahri vs Sett

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Use Ahri's range and mobility to deny Sett easy melee trades and control wave tempo early.
Focus on creating roam opportunities after pushing the wave safely to leverage Ahri's high agency and roam identity.

Trading pattern

Trade short with (Q) and (W) and only commit (E) when Sett overextends or wastes key cooldowns.
Punish Sett after missed (E) or sidestepped (W) center by stepping forward for quick trades.
Avoid trading into large waves or when (R) is down to prevent Sett from forcing all-ins.

Danger windows

Respect (E) stun and pull when near minions or clustered to avoid being caught in brawls.
Avoid extended trades when Sett has built grit and can activate (W) shield and true damage.
Be cautious when (R) is down; Sett can punish Ahri's reduced mobility and lack of escape.

Early game

Use (Q) and (W) for quick poke to chip Sett before he stacks grit and forces melee trades.
Hold (E) to punish Sett's forward commits or when he attempts to engage with (E).
Avoid extended trades before level 6 when (R) is unavailable and Sett's brawl damage is strongest.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to extend picks, roam safely, or reset trades while respecting Sett's displacement threat.
After first mage item, pressure waves and trades more confidently to deny Sett's scaling and force mistakes.
Respect Sett's level 6 (R) and first bruiser item spikes by maintaining spacing and wave control to avoid forced brawls.

Win conditions

Land (E) to pick off Sett after he commits or wastes cooldowns, snowballing lane pressure.
Control wave tempo to deny Sett melee range trades and create roam or river pressure.
Use (R) windows for safe all-ins, picks, and impactful roams before Sett stabilizes with items and level 6.