Viktor vs Trundle TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Viktor vs Trundle TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Overview

You want to scale through farming and item upgrades to out-control Trundle in teamfights.
Avoid extended trades inside Trundle's zone where he gains healing and attack speed.
Your goal is to use poke and wave control to keep Trundle from forcing long melee fights.

Trading pattern

Trade using poke combined with shield, saving for zoning or escape.
Punish Trundle when his is down by stepping forward for quick trades.
Avoid extended trades inside where his sustain and stat steal overpower you.

Danger windows

Beware when Trundle fights inside with ready to block escapes and active.
Avoid all-ins when your is down, as you lose your main disengage and zoning tool.
Watch for pillar placement cutting off your escape, especially with jungle ganks.

Early game

Use to poke safely without committing to extended trades before level 6.
Hold shield for short trades and keep ready to disengage from pillar setups.
Avoid fighting inside Trundle's early to deny his sustain advantage.

Power spikes

At level 6, use for zone control and threat of picks; avoid all-ins during Trundle's .
After your first mage item and evolving abilities, increase poke strength and wave control pressure.
Respect Trundle's level 6 which drastically reduces your resistances and health in duels.

Win conditions

Survive early pressure using shield and zone control to scale safely.
Use poke to keep Trundle at bay and prevent him from forcing extended fights inside .
Leverage your ultimate in teamfights to control space and punish Trundle's low mobility and burst.

Tactical tip

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