Cassiopeia Mid Counter Picks and Strategy Guide
Cassiopeia Counter Guide
Cassiopeia's strongest counters in mid lane include Vel'Koz, Syndra, Qiyana, Naafiri, and Zoe. Other effective picks are Anivia, Taliyah, Hwei, Ekko, Talon, Malzahar, and Fizz.
Effective Laning Strategy
Watch for her powerful level 2 all-in with Q and E combination. Match her level timing by clearing the first wave plus one melee minion from the second wave.
Take advantage of her early mana constraints. She's most vulnerable when low on mana, as her damage output heavily relies on spell casting.
Capitalize on her lack of mobility. Let her push the wave and coordinate with your jungler for ganks.
Teamfight Tactics
- Maintain spread positioning to avoid multi-target ultimates
- Fight in open lanes rather than jungle chokepoints
- Track her position to prevent river ambushes
- Protect vulnerable teammates from her assassination attempts
Key Power Spikes
- Early Game:
- Level 2 all-in potential
- Tear of the Goddess purchase enables aggressive play
- Late Game:
- Exceptional scaling
- Six-item power spike
- Unmatched late-game damage output
Counter Tips
- Punish her before Tear of the Goddess
- Force early game objectives
- Coordinate with jungler for early pressure
- Avoid extended fights in confined spaces
- Keep vision control to prevent ambushes
Best Counter Picks:
- Vel'Koz: Outranges and punishes immobility
- Syndra: Strong early game pressure
- Qiyana: High mobility and burst damage
- Naafiri: Strong all-in potential
- Zoe: Long-range poke and pick potential