Ekko vs Viktor MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ekko vs Viktor

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Ekko is a scaling assassin with low early agency and lane pressure against Viktor's medium lane pressure control mage.
Focus on denying Viktor's space control and scaling by using short trades and punishing his vulnerable cooldowns.

Trading pattern

Use Q and E for quick burst trades, then back off before Viktor can retaliate with Viktor E or Viktor W.
Punish Viktor if he mispositions his Viktor W or uses abilities solely for wave clear.
Avoid engaging if your Q misses after E dash, as you will likely lose the trade.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Viktor's Viktor W is active as it can stun after a delay, making trades dangerous.
Before level 6, Ekko is vulnerable to Viktor's poke and zone control, so avoid risky trades.
Missing Q after engaging with E leaves you exposed to Viktor's counter damage and Viktor W zone control.

Early game

Avoid extended trades before level 6 as Viktor's poke and shield make early all-ins risky.
Use level 3 power spike to engage with Q and E for quick burst trades before Viktor can fully set up his zone control.
Watch for Viktor's Viktor W placement to avoid getting caught in his delayed stun zone.

Power spikes

Respect Viktor's level 6 Viktor R spike and item evolution progress as his damage and control increase.
Ekko's major spikes are level 3 for Q-W-E trade pattern and level 6 for R as a safety and reset tool.
Ekko's first completed AP burst item significantly increases kill threat in trades.

Win conditions

Use short trades with Q and E combined with well-timed W stuns to burst Viktor before he can react.
Punish Viktor's Viktor W cooldown by engaging aggressively when it's down or poorly placed.
Use R to dodge Viktor's key damage and reset fights, enabling you to snowball and deny his scaling.