Anivia vs Swain SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Back to matchup selector

Champion

Opponent

RoleGenerate matchup

Anivia

VS

Support

Swain

Anivia vs Swain

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 9, 2026

Overview

Use (W) to block engage angles and force Swain into your (Q) stun setup for ADC follow-up.
Control brush to deny (E) root angle and protect your ADC from his pull.
Prioritize zoning with (R) to create space for your ADC and limit Swain's sustain and all-in threat.

Trading pattern

Engage with (Q) stun only when ADC can immediately follow for burst damage.
Hold (W) to block Swain's path and force him into your crowd control zone.
Peel with (R) slow and (Q) stun if Swain commits (E) root to protect ADC access and follow-up.

Danger windows

Respect (E) root and pull combo, especially when his ADC is ready to follow up.
Avoid extended fights inside (R) drain zone where he can sustain through your poke.
Watch for Swain controlling brush or fog to land surprise (E) roots that isolate your ADC.

Early game

Win level 2 by landing (Q) stun combo to enable ADC burst before (E) pull is threatening.
Deny Swain brush control early to reduce his hook angle and protect ADC access.
Coordinate wave crash timing with ADC to safely pressure Swain's engage cooldowns and vision line.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your (Q) stun and (E) root, making early trades decisive; use your ADC's follow-up to punish misses.
After 6, your (R) zoning counters Swain's drain sustain, allowing safer extended fights and pick opportunities.
First mana/AP item boosts your waveclear and poke, increasing lane control and denying Swain's engage angles.

Win conditions

Convert lane control into denying Swain's ADC access by zoning with (R) and controlling brush.
Use wave state to create safe roam windows for vision setup around dragon and mid lane.
Force fights on your terms post-6 using (Q) and (R) to enable picks and protect your ADC's positioning.