Yasuo vs Gnar TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Yasuo vs Gnar

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Yasuo must use wave control and mobility to pressure Gnar and deny him a calm scaling lane.
This is a snowball matchup where Yasuo aims to leverage early skirmishes and all-ins to prevent Gnar from safely reaching mega form.

Trading pattern

Stack (Q) and dash through minions to engage short trades, committing only when knockup threat is guaranteed.
Use (W) to block Gnar's key ranged projectiles and mitigate poke damage during trades.
Punish Gnar when his (E) is down, as he becomes vulnerable to your mobility and all-ins.

Danger windows

Respect Gnar's mega form when Rage is full, as his (W) stun and (R) wall stun can punish overextensions.
Be cautious when (W) is down, as Yasuo loses a key defensive tool against Gnar's poke and engage.
Avoid fighting near terrain during Gnar's mega form to reduce risk of his (R) wall stun combo.

Early game

Use level 2 power spike to trade aggressively with (Q) and (E) when minion positioning favors mobility.
Avoid extended trades when (W) is down to prevent being punished by Gnar's ranged poke.
Keep the wave on your side to maintain (E) mobility and reduce Gnar's ability to kite safely.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlock of (Q) and (E) gives Yasuo a reliable trade and all-in pattern; use this to pressure early.
Level 6 (R) unlock allows Yasuo to follow up on knockups for lethal all-ins; track (R) availability for decisive plays.
First completed item enhances Yasuo's damage and wave control; increase aggression and pressure after this spike.

Win conditions

Use (Q) and (E) to control space and force short trades close to minions, denying Gnar safe scaling.
Exploit windows when (E) is down to all-in and snowball lane dominance.
Track and capitalize on (R) availability for picks or roams, leveraging Yasuo's mobility and knockup synergy.