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Annie vs Sylas MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Sylas

Annie vs Sylas

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use burst combos with (Q) + (W) and passive stun to punish Sylas's melee engage attempts.
Avoid extended trades to limit Sylas's sustain from (W) and stolen ultimates.
Focus on denying (E) engage to reduce his lane pressure and roaming potential.

Trading pattern

Trade by landing (Q) + (W) to proc stun and follow with an auto attack for burst.
Punish Sylas when (E) is on cooldown or missed to limit his engage and escape.
Avoid prolonged trades where Sylas can heal with (W) and use stolen ultimates.

Danger windows

Respect (E) knockup engage window to avoid lethal trades.
Avoid extended trades when (W) heal and stolen ultimates are available.
Be cautious pushing with (W) when low on mana to prevent all-in vulnerability.

Early game

Poke with (Q) and (W) to proc passive stun before Sylas hits level 3.
Keep distance to avoid (E) knockup and punish if he misses it.
Avoid pushing with (W) early to conserve mana and prevent vulnerability to all-ins.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R) for strong pick potential and burst damage.
First completed AP item boosts burst threat and wave control.
Respect Sylas's level 3 spike unlocking his full (Q)-(W)-(E) combo for skirmishes.

Win conditions

Use (R) to find picks and follow up with (Q) + (W) burst to secure kills.
Punish Sylas when (E) or (W) are on cooldown to deny his engage and sustain.
Maintain medium lane pressure to prevent Sylas from safely scaling or roaming.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup