Syndra vs Naafiri
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through superior range and poke potential with Q spam, though Naafiri's level 2 all-in with Q-E can be dangerous if you're caught out of position.
- Post-6 you maintain the advantage as your R provides guaranteed burst while Naafiri's R requires her to gap close through your E knockback.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading pattern involves Q poke from max range, then W-E combo when Naafiri tries to engage, using the knockback to disengage safely.
- Always keep a sphere ready for immediate E usage since Naafiri's gap closers are telegraphed but fast.
Wave Control
- Push early waves with Q to establish range advantage and force Naafiri to farm under tower where she's less threatening.
- Maintain a slow push or neutral state mid-game to keep minions between you and her engage range.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never waste your E cooldown for waveclear or random poke as it's your only reliable self-peel against Naafiri's multiple gap closers.
- Getting caught without E up against her Q-E or R engage is almost always death.
Created on 01/17/2026
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