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Malzahar vs Anivia MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Malzahar vs Anivia

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Malzahar is a control mage who must keep midlane pushed permanently to deny Anivia a passive scaling lane.
Focus on sustaining lane pressure to limit Anivia's ability to farm safely and set up picks with her zoning.

Trading pattern

Push with E and Voidlings, then threaten trades by using Q silence when Anivia steps forward.
Punish missed Anivia Q by stepping up for short trades or wave pressure.
Avoid trading when Anivia R is active as it zones and slows effectively.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Anivia Q is off cooldown since it can stun and set up damage.
Avoid fighting inside Anivia R due to its slow and damage.
Malzahar's ultimate channel is vulnerable to interruption; avoid engaging if enemy crowd control is available.

Early game

Use E and W to push waves quickly and force Anivia under tower, exploiting her low early agency.
Avoid extended trades early as Malzahar's Voidlings are vulnerable to Anivia's area damage.
Respect Anivia Q stun threat by maintaining spacing until you can safely silence or ultimate.

Power spikes

Major spike at level 6 with R for point-and-click lockdown.
First completed mana/AP item significantly boosts damage and wave pressure.
Respect Anivia's spike after level 6 and Lost Chapter when her waveclear and zoning become very strong.

Win conditions

Maintain constant wave pressure to deny Anivia safe farming and roaming opportunities.
Use R lockdown after level 6 to secure kills or force enemy summoners.
Leverage lane pressure to roam and impact other parts of the map, snowballing your lead.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup