Ashe vs Aphelios ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ashe vs Aphelios

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Lane turns on punishing Aphelios's last-hit windows when his support can't trade back.
Ashe wins extended trades with slows and poke, controlling wave to deny Aphelios free farm.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto or (W) poke Aphelios during last-hit animations if enemy support can't punish.
Track Aphelios's weapon state; punish when his Gravitum root or Infernum splash is spent.
Avoid punishing if enemy support controls brush or can immediately engage after your step forward.

Danger windows

Avoid stepping up when Aphelios has Gravitum root ready with support follow-up.
Respect Aphelios's Calibrum poke range when stepping for last hits to prevent counter-poke.
Beware of all-in windows when Aphelios cycles to Infernum or Crescendum with support peel available.

Early game

Use first three waves to hold the wave near your side and punish Aphelios stepping up for caster minions.
Prioritize level 2 trades when your support can follow (R) for pick threat.
Avoid crashing the wave early to keep Aphelios forced to last-hit in your auto range.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) unlocks long-range pick; use it to start fights when support can follow.
First completed marksman item strengthens your sustained slow and poke, allowing longer trades.
Two-item utility DPS spikes let you kite and control fights before Aphelios's late hypercarry scaling.

Win conditions

Convert lane poke and slows into CS leads by denying Aphelios last hits and forcing recalls.
Use (R) pick threat to secure dragon vision and force Aphelios under turret before objectives.
Leverage wave control and item spikes to extend lane pressure into teamfight utility and DPS access.