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Annie vs Azir MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Azir

Annie vs Azir

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use (R) to find picks and burst Azir before he sets up soldiers and scales.
Deny Azir calm scaling by interrupting his soldier placement and punishing his limited early agency.
Manage mana carefully to avoid forced pushes that expose you to Azir's poke and all-ins.

Trading pattern

Trade with (Q) + (W) and proc passive stun before Azir repositions soldiers with (Q).
Punish Azir when he uses (E) defensively or commits soldiers poorly.
Respect (R) and avoid extended trades when his soldiers are well positioned and (R) is available.

Danger windows

Avoid extended fights when Azir has soldiers positioned and (E) is ready for repositioning.
Be cautious when (R) is available to disengage or isolate you.
Running out of mana after forced (W) pushes leaves you vulnerable to Azir's poke and all-ins.

Early game

Pressure Azir early before he positions soldiers and gains DPS threat.
Avoid pushing hard with (W) to conserve mana and reduce vulnerability to poke.
Look for (R) engages after Azir uses (E) aggressively or when his (R) is down.

Power spikes

Level 6 is a major spike; use (R) for strong all-ins and pick potential.
First completed AP item significantly boosts burst and trade reliability.
Respect Azir's level 6 (R) for defensive disengage and increased soldier DPS after his item spike.

Win conditions

Use (R) to find picks and burst Azir quickly before he scales.
Punish Azir's aggressive (E) usage and absence of (R) to force favorable trades or all-ins.
Deny Azir safe farming by applying pressure without overextending or wasting mana.

Tip: For Annie vs Azir, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Mid lane check.

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup