Gwen vs Yorick TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Gwen vs Yorick

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Gwen aims to control the lane by stacking (Q) and using (W) to negate Yorick's poke and zone control.
Focus on scaling through extended trades and side-lane pressure, denying Yorick the chance to set up graves and Maiden pressure.

Trading pattern

Initiate trades only after stacking (Q) and when (W) can block (W) cage or (E) mark.
Use (E) to control spacing and reposition within (W) mist to extend fights and apply passive healing.
Punish Yorick when he wastes (W) or misses (E), stepping forward to capitalize on his reduced threat.

Danger windows

Yorick is most dangerous when his ghouls are ready and (E) successfully marks Gwen, enabling sustained damage.
Avoid fighting outside (W) mist when Yorick traps with (W) cage, as it can lock Gwen down with limited mobility.
Be cautious when (W) is down, as Yorick can punish Gwen's lower defenses and extended trades become risky.

Early game

Use early waves to safely stack (Q) without overcommitting before level 6.
Avoid short trades before (Q) is stacked and (W) is available to block (E) and (W) damage.
Maintain medium lane pressure to prevent Yorick from freely preparing graves and summoning Maiden.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) to slow and chase Yorick, turning extended trades into kills after stacking (Q).
After first and second AP item spikes, pressure side lanes and force fights inside (W) to maximize Gwen's damage and durability.
Respect Yorick's level 6 summon Maiden power spike by killing Maiden quickly or disengaging to avoid sustained pressure.

Win conditions

Reach key AP item spikes and stack (Q) before committing to extended trades to maximize damage output.
Use (W) strategically to negate Yorick's poke and force fights inside the mist where Gwen excels.
Pressure side lanes to deny Yorick's grave setup and Maiden pressure, forcing him into unfavorable fights or tower losses.