Yone vs Gnar TOP Matchup Guide

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Opponent

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Yone into Gnarmedium

Overview

Use + combos to force trades and avoid Gnar's poke.
Deny Gnar free scaling by punishing cooldowns and wave states before mega form.
Snowball early trades to outscale Gnar's medium lane pressure and control side lanes.

Stack to set up knockup, gap close with and second , then snap back.
Punish Gnar's cooldown by forcing short trades using your mobility and shield.
Avoid trading when Gnar's rage is near mega form or he has terrain angles for wall stun.

Gnar's rage near mega form grants hard CC and durability; avoid extended fights during this window.
Be cautious when Gnar's hop is available for engage or escape.
Stay away from walls during Gnar's mega form to avoid his and stuns.

Level 3 unlocks your full combo with shield and knockup; use it to force trades with planned exits.
First attack speed item boosts your damage and wave pressure; trade more confidently tracking Gnar's cooldowns.
Respect Gnar's level 6 mega form and wall stun; avoid fights near walls before he transforms.

Use + combos to deny Gnar safe scaling and punish cooldowns.
Snowball early by securing kills or forcing Gnar out before mega form power spikes.
Transition into side-lane pressure and teamfight engages using your mobility and knockup control.

Tactical tip

For Yone vs Gnar, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Top lane check.

Updated Jul 4, 2026