Gwen vs Mordekaiser TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Gwen vs Mordekaiser

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Prioritize scaling through extended trades by stacking (Q) and using (W) to block Mordekaiser's retaliation.
Maintain medium lane pressure while avoiding giving Mordekaiser passive lane control to prevent his sustained damage from dominating.
This is a control vs mid-scaling duel where Gwen must outlast Mordekaiser's burst and isolation threats.

Trading pattern

Engage trades only when (Q) is fully stacked and (W) is available to negate Mordekaiser's counter damage.
Punish missed (E) pulls by stepping forward to apply pressure and extend fights inside your mist.
Use (R) to slow and chase after starting trades to keep Mordekaiser in range for your sustained damage.

Danger windows

(E) pull sets up dangerous trades; respect its cooldown and avoid getting caught isolated.
Be cautious during Mordekaiser's level 6 (R) realm, especially if he has health or item advantage.
Vulnerable when your (W) is down before Mordekaiser commits; avoid trades in this window.

Early game

Focus on safely stacking (Q) through minion waves without committing to early trades before your damage is ready.
Use (E) to maintain spacing and avoid getting pulled by (E) from Mordekaiser.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 when Mordekaiser's isolation and passive damage are less threatening.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) after stacking (Q) or when Mordekaiser's key cooldowns are down to turn trades into kills.
Respect Mordekaiser's level 6 (R) isolation by saving (W) and mobility for the duel window.
After your two-item AP spike, pressure side lanes and force extended fights where (W) can block his retaliation.

Win conditions

Reach your AP item spikes while safely stacking (Q) and using (W) to negate Mordekaiser's damage.
Force extended side-lane duels where your sustained damage and (W) protection outmatch Mordekaiser's burst.
Use (R) to chase and keep Mordekaiser in fights, preventing him from disengaging or isolating you effectively.