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Naafiri vs Akshan MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Akshan

Naafiri vs Akshan

Updated May 31, 2026

Overview

Naafiri is a mobile assassin who must use Q poke to chip Akshan before committing with W and R for all-ins.
Naafiri should pressure Akshan enough to deny his early lane bully potential and prevent calm scaling.

Trading pattern

Start trades with Q poke to apply bleed and wait for Akshan to expend Akshan E or Akshan W before committing with W and E.
Avoid using W if it can be interrupted or body-blocked, as Akshan can punish your all-in.
Use R to enhance chase and burst only when Akshan is isolated or low from Q poke.

Danger windows

Avoid committing W when Akshan's Akshan E is available to punish your engage.
Respect Akshan's Akshan R for lethal all-ins, especially if you are low after a trade.
Be cautious when your Q poke misses, as your all-in threat is reduced and Akshan can punish aggressively.

Early game

Use Q to poke safely and avoid engaging before Akshan uses Akshan E or Akshan W for repositioning.
Respect Akshan's high early agency by not committing W until his mobility or reposition tools are down.
Keep the wave on your side to avoid Akshan forcing you into risky trades or roams.

Power spikes

Naafiri's level 6 R significantly boosts chase and burst potential.
First lethality item completion increases Q poke and all-in damage.
Akshan's level 2 with Akshan Q plus Akshan E or Akshan W is a strong early pressure spike to respect.

Win conditions

Win by consistently landing Q poke to lower Akshan's health before committing with W and R.
Punish Akshan when he uses Akshan E forward and misses or is interrupted.
Use R to chase isolated or low-health Akshan, snowballing kills and denying his roam impact.

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

Updated May 31, 2026New matchup