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Zoe vs Katarina MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zoe vs Katarina

Updated Jun 1, 2026

Overview

Zoe is a poke mage with high early agency who must pressure Katarina to deny her safe dagger setups and resets.
Maintain lane pressure to prevent Katarina from freely roaming or setting daggers for burst trades.

Trading pattern

Trade by landing E sleep first, then burst Katarina with Q and R from unexpected angles.
Respect Katarina E and R cooldowns; avoid committing when her mobility and ultimate are available.
After Katarina uses E forward without reset or if her R is interrupted, capitalize with immediate burst trades.

Danger windows

Katarina is dangerous when daggers are positioned near you or escape paths.
Respect Katarina R channel as it can quickly burst you if not interrupted.
Be cautious when Katarina has resets from takedowns, enabling chained mobility and damage.

Early game

Use E to fish for sleep and follow up with Q and R to harass Katarina before she can engage.
Punish Katarina's low early agency by aggressively zoning her from dagger positions.
Avoid missing E as it leaves you vulnerable to Katarina's mobility and burst.

Power spikes

Zoe's level 6 R unlocks extended poke angles and burst potential.
Zoe's first completed AP burst item significantly increases kill threat.
Respect Katarina's level 3 dagger setup with Q-W-E and level 6 Katarina R ultimate as major all-in threats.

Win conditions

Win by zoning Katarina off dagger spots and punishing her cooldowns with E-Q-R burst combos.
Use superior poke and range to deny Katarina safe all-in windows and roam opportunities.
Maintain high lane pressure to force Katarina into passive play, reducing her reset chances and skirmish impact.

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

Updated Jun 1, 2026New matchup