Gnar vs Sion TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Gnar vs Sion TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Overview

Use mini form range and poke to deny Sion easy scaling and wave control.
Manage Rage to transform near terrain for impactful crowd control with mega form .
Control the wave to prevent Sion from safely charging from fog or brush angles.

Trading pattern

Trade in mini form using poke and kite with , committing to mega form only when Rage is near full.
Punish Sion after he misses charged or when his shield is down.
Avoid fighting when Sion’s is available with a clear engage path; respect his long-range threat.

Danger windows

Beware when Sion’s charged is off cooldown and he can charge from fog or brush.
Avoid extended trades or fights when Sion’s is active and has a clear path to engage.
Do not trade without mini form escape ready; mini form is fragile without it.

Early game

Start with ranged poke to chip Sion while avoiding his charged knockup.
Avoid extended trades when mini form is down to prevent getting caught by his engage.
Keep the wave on your side to limit Sion's safe charge angles from fog or brush.

Power spikes

Level 6: Time mega form near walls to land stuns and initiate fights.
Controlled Rage: Enter fights with Rage nearly full to maximize mega form durability and crowd control.
Respect Sion’s level 6 engage and his scaling health from stacks, which make him durable frontline.

Win conditions

Use mini form ranged harassment to deny Sion free farm and force missed CS under pressure.
Time mega form to engage near walls and objectives, maximizing crowd control impact with .
Keep the wave small and on your side to prevent Sion from charging safely and force unfavorable trades.

Tactical tip

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