K'Sante vs Gnar TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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K'Sante vs Gnar

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Aim to control the lane by managing (Q) stacks and using terrain angles to threaten displacement.
Maintain medium lane pressure and avoid giving Gnar free scaling or safe ranged poke windows.
This is a control vs teamfight matchup where K'Sante wins by isolating targets and peeling effectively.

Trading pattern

Control space and trade only when (Q3) is stacked and (W) is available to absorb Gnar's poke.
Punish Gnar after he uses (W) or (E) by stepping forward for short trades or wave pressure.
Avoid trading without (Q) stacks or (W) as Gnar's ranged poke and stun can punish you.

Danger windows

Gnar is most dangerous when Rage is near mega form and he can engage with (E) or land (W) stun.
Avoid fighting near walls when Gnar's mega (R) is up to prevent being caught by his wall stun.
K'Sante is vulnerable after using (R) due to reduced durability; avoid extended fights then.

Early game

Use short trades around (Q) stacks and preserve (W) for damage reduction against Gnar's poke.
Avoid extended trades without (Q3) or (W) ready to prevent being kited or poked down.
Position near terrain to maximize threat of (R) and displacement potential once level 6 is reached.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks (R), enabling isolation and turning terrain into kill angles; use it only when a winning duel is guaranteed.
First tank item spike increases durability, allowing safer control and displacement trades.
Respect Gnar's level 6 mega form and terrain-based (R) stun; back off before he transforms or fight after it expires.

Win conditions

Use tank form to absorb poke and control space while stacking (Q) for strong trades.
Only use (R) to isolate targets near terrain where you can win the duel decisively.
Peel effectively in teamfights and leverage displacement to protect carries and disrupt Gnar's engage.