Anivia vs Mel Mid Matchup

Anivia Mid wins 47.2% of 633 Low Elo games against Mel Mid, -3.2 points vs expected, 2-patch window 26.19-26.20.

Researched on LoL patch 26.20. Tips are written to hold at any rank; stats come from Low Elo ranked games up to patch 26.20.

How to play as Anivia

Pressure with Glacial Storm(R) and Frostbite(E) before spending Flash Frost(Q); Anivia players recommend holding Q while Rebuttal(W) is ready, then using it after Mel spends the barrier.

If Mel controls the early trades, prioritize staying healthy and farming until level 6, when Glacial Storm(R) gives you a way to pressure her while keeping Flash Frost(Q) in reserve.

Mel's Rebuttal(W) reflects enemy projectiles, while Anivia's Glacial Storm(R) is an ongoing area effect; Anivia players recommend using R and Frostbite(E) pressure while holding Flash Frost(Q) for after the barrier is spent.

Sources

These notes come from r/AniviaMains, checked against the champions' abilities.