Gnar vs Aurora TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Gnar vs Aurora TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Gnar into Auroramedium

Overview

Use mini form poke with and to pressure Aurora's low range early.
Manage Rage to transform into mega form for terrain-based stuns and strong engages.
Deny Aurora safe farm by punishing her long animation and limited escape after .

Trading pattern

Trade short-range poke with and in mini form, then disengage before Aurora can reposition with .
Punish Aurora immediately after she uses since she loses her quick escape.
Avoid extended trades if mini form is on cooldown or Rage is mistimed to prevent burst punishment.

Danger windows

Avoid trades when mini form is down, as you lose your main escape.
Do not overcommit if mega form expires early or Rage is mistimed, losing hard CC and durability.
Respect Aurora's level 6 ultimate burst and mobility; save crowd control for defensive use during this window.

Early game

Poke with mini form and , then kite using to avoid Aurora's burst.
Avoid trading when mini form is down to prevent getting caught by Aurora's combo.
Time Rage near level 6 to enter mega form for a decisive engage or to punish Aurora's no-escape window after .

Power spikes

At level 6, use Rage to transform and land near terrain for impactful crowd control and engages.
After first bruiser item, leverage improved durability and damage for safer trades and better lane control.
Respect Aurora's level 6 ultimate window; punish after it expires to capitalize on her cooldown.

Win conditions

Use mini form range and poke to deny Aurora farm and force her out of lane.
Time Rage to enter mega form and use terrain-based stuns for dives, teamfight engages, or wave crashes.
Control lane by kiting Aurora's burst, punishing her cooldowns, and turning fights with mega form ready.

Tactical tip

For Gnar vs Aurora, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Top lane check.