Swain vs Akali
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through superior range and sustain, as your Q outranges Akali's Q and your passive healing keeps you healthy through trades.
- Post-6 the matchup shifts heavily in Akali's favor since her R gives her the mobility to dodge your E and all-in you before you can respond with your own ultimate.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading pattern is E-W-Q when Akali goes for CS, using your E pull to guarantee W root and follow-up damage.
- Always position to hit E when she's animation-locked on minions, as missing this ability means you lose the trade to her superior sustained damage.
Wave Control
- Push early levels with Q to establish priority, then maintain a slow push or freeze near your tower once Akali hits 6.
- You want to avoid being in the middle of the lane post-6 where she can easily all-in you with R.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never use E aggressively without vision of the enemy jungler, as you have no escape tools and will die to ganks.
- Don't try to match Akali's roams - instead push the wave and take plates or back for items to maintain your power advantage.
Created on 12/14/2025
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