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Annie vs Zed MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Annie vs Zed

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Use medium lane pressure to deny Zed a calm scaling lane and avoid easy all-in windows.
Focus on picking off Zed with (R) followed by (Q) and (W) burst combos.
Avoid pushing unnecessarily to conserve mana and prevent vulnerability to his engage.

Trading pattern

Trade aggressively when passive stun is ready; combo (Q)+(W)+auto for burst damage.
Focus on dodging (Q) to reduce his poke and punish missed (W) engages.
Punish missed (W) engages by following up quickly with (R) for picks or burst trades.

Danger windows

Avoid extended trades when (W)+(E) combo is available due to guaranteed damage.
Beware of Zed's all-in immediately after level 6 with his (R).
Capitalize quickly if Zed misses (W) engage before he repositions or resets.

Early game

Pressure Zed before level 3 to exploit his early weakness and force defensive play.
Use (E) shield proactively to reduce poke damage from (Q) and (W)+(E) combo.
Avoid pushing wave with (W) to prevent mana depletion and exposure to all-ins.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R), enabling strong pick potential and burst damage.
First completed AP item boosts burst and wave control, increasing trade threat.
Respect Zed's level 3 (W)+(E)+(Q) combo and level 6 (R) for his burst and mobility.

Win conditions

Use (R) to find picks and burst Zed down with (Q) and (W) before he can react.
Deny Zed early scaling by pressuring pre-level 3 and punishing cooldowns.
Maintain mana to avoid forced pushing that exposes you to Zed's all-ins.

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

Updated Jun 10, 2026New matchup