Kassadin vs Galio MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Kassadin vs Galio

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Kassadin is a scaling assassin with low early agency who must survive Galio's medium early pressure to reach level 6 safely.
Avoid giving Galio passive lane control by respecting his W and E threat and farming safely under tower early.

Trading pattern

Trade minimally before level 6, using Q shield to absorb poke and W to sustain mana.
After level 6, use R for short, controlled burst trades only when Galio's W and E are on cooldown or missed.
Avoid committing if Galio's W or E are available, as they enable his short-range CC and punish Kassadin's low early damage.

Danger windows

Pre-6 Kassadin is vulnerable to Galio's W taunt and E knock-up; avoid standing close or extended trades.
Kassadin is in danger if he uses R aggressively with low mana, making him susceptible to Galio's CC and follow-up.
Galio's R presence in side fights or roams can create pressure Kassadin must respect by hard pushing or playing safe.

Early game

Farm safely near tower to avoid Galio's W taunt and E knock-up trades before level 6.
Use Q shield to absorb magic poke and minimize damage from Galio's Q and passive.
Avoid extended trades pre-6 as Galio's medium lane pressure and CC can punish Kassadin's low early mobility.

Power spikes

Kassadin's major power spike is level 6 R, which grants mobility and burst to punish Galio's cooldowns.
Respect Galio's level 6 R, which increases his map impact and ability to join fights.
Kassadin's first completed AP item further enhances his burst and sustain in trades.

Win conditions

Survive early lane pressure to reach level 6 and unlock R for mobility and burst.
Use R to punish Galio when his W and E are down or missed, focusing on short trades and quick escapes.
Leverage Kassadin's superior post-6 mobility to flank side lanes and apply pressure beyond mid lane.