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Annie vs Riven MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Annie vs Riven

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use (R) to find picks and burst with (Q)+(W) to control mid lane tempo.
Avoid pushing unnecessarily to prevent Riven's cooldown resets and all-in windows.
Focus on punishing Riven after her mobility and crowd control cooldowns expire.

Trading pattern

Engage trades with (Q)+(W) to proc stun, finishing with auto attack for burst.
Avoid extended trades immediately after Riven uses (Q) and (E) to dash in.
Step forward aggressively when Riven misses (W) stun or third (Q) knockup.

Danger windows

Beware when Riven has all cooldowns ready, especially (W) stun and third (Q) knockup.
Respect timing of (E) shield which can absorb your burst and enable her escape.
Avoid extended trades while (R) execute is active and targets are low health.

Early game

Prioritize farming without pushing by avoiding early (W) use to conserve mana.
Use (E) shield proactively to absorb Riven's burst when she commits with combos.
Track (Q) and (E) cooldowns to punish her vulnerability after dashes.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R) for strong pick potential and burst combos; use for all-ins or roams.
First completed AP item boosts damage and wave pressure; increase aggression post-item.
Respect Riven's level 6 (R) execute and full combo cooldowns to avoid lethal trades.

Win conditions

Secure early picks with (R) followed by (Q)+(W) burst to snowball lane control.
Punish Riven's cooldown windows by forcing trades after her mobility and CC are spent.
Reach mid-game teamfights with burst and stun to initiate and pick off key targets efficiently.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup