Trundle vs Riven TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Trundle vs Riven TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Overview

Use Trundle's sustain inside to outlast Riven's burst combo style.
Deny Riven short trades by punishing her cooldowns and forcing extended fights.
Focus on splitpushing and side-lane pressure after first item to leverage Trundle's dueling and tower threat.

Trading pattern

Start trades inside for healing and attack speed, then use to block Riven's escape.
Punish Riven after she uses and by extending fights where she lacks mobility.
Use to steal attack damage and weaken Riven's burst potential in trades.

Danger windows

Avoid committing when Riven has all cooldowns up, especially stun and third knockup.
Be cautious during Riven's level 6 execute window to prevent lethal burst.
Play carefully outside and after wasting without a chase or disengage purpose.

Early game

Avoid trading when Riven has and up to prevent burst trades.
Use and to trade only when Riven's mobility and shield are down.
Hold the wave near your tower early to limit Riven's dash-in opportunities and punish overextensions.

Power spikes

At level 6, activate on Riven or a tank to drain resistances and win duels.
After your first dueling item, force side-lane trades inside to pressure towers and isolate Riven.
Respect Riven's level 6 and first damage item by avoiding extended trades when her full combo is ready.

Win conditions

Win extended trades inside using to control Riven's movement and to reduce her durability.
Deny Riven's burst by punishing cooldowns and forcing her into prolonged fights where you excel.
Use side-lane pressure after first item spike to take towers and force Riven to respond, leveraging your splitpush strength.

Tactical tip

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