Hey everyone, it’s your boy back at it again. Today, let’s talk about something that’s been on my mind lately: dealing with that pesky Gwen top lane. I’ve been seeing her a lot in my games, and man, she can be a real pain if you don’t know how to handle her. So, I did what any sensible person would do: I hit the practice tool and the ranked ladder to figure this out.
First off, I started by checking out what the community was saying. Seems like there’s a bunch of different opinions on who’s good against her. Some folks say Singed is the way to go, others swear by Warwick. I even saw some people suggesting Sylas and Akali. Me? I’m all about finding what works for me through good old trial and error.
So, I started by playing a bunch of games with different champs. I tried out Singed, and yeah, he’s pretty annoying for Gwen with his poison and all, but it wasn’t really clicking for me. Then I gave Warwick a shot. Now, he’s got some sustain, and his ultimate can lock Gwen down, but I felt like I was missing something.
- Singed: Tried him out, poison is annoying for sure, but it wasn’t my style.
- Warwick: Decent sustain, ultimate is good, but still wasn’t feeling it.
- Sylas and Akali: Saw them mentioned, but didn’t really try them out, not my usual picks.
Then it hit me: what if I just focus on what Gwen struggles with? She’s all about getting into melee range and dealing tons of damage, right? So, I needed someone who could punish her for that. That’s when I remembered my old friend, Pantheon. He’s got a poke with his Q, a stun with his W, and a shield with his E to block her damage. Plus, his ultimate is great for roaming and making plays around the map.
I hopped into some games with Pantheon, and let me tell you, it was like a lightbulb went off. I started by poking her down with my Q whenever she tried to farm. If she got too close, I’d stun her with W and chunk her health. And if she tried to all-in me, I’d just use my E to block her damage and turn the fight around. It was beautiful.
But it wasn’t just about the champion, you know? I also had to adjust my playstyle. I started playing more aggressively, jumping on her whenever my cooldowns were up. I’d use my first skill to leap onto her, auto-attack a few times, and then back off. If she tried to chase me, I’d just stun her again and keep kiting. But a lot of the time I just wait for her to come into melee range and hit her a few times before she insta-takes half my health, then EW for the stun against the minions and a guaranteed W, then keep kiting her. I even started roaming more with my ultimate, helping out my teammates and getting myself even more fed.
I also experimented with items. To counter Gwen’s magic damage, I would rush magical defense items like Spirit Visage, Force of Nature, Maw Of Malmortius, Dawnshroud, or Mercury’s Treads. To reduce Gwen’s healing, I found that items that cause grievous wounds like Morellonomicon and Mortal Reminder worked wonders.
After a bunch of games, I gotta say, I think I’ve finally cracked the code. Pantheon is definitely my go-to pick against Gwen now. But more than that, I learned that it’s not just about picking the “right” champion. It’s about understanding what your opponent wants to do and finding a way to stop them. It’s about adapting your playstyle and making the right decisions in the heat of the moment.
My Key Takeaways:
- Understanding Gwen: She wants to get close and deal damage.
- Choosing Pantheon: Poke, stun, shield, and roaming potential.
- Adjusting Playstyle: Be aggressive, use your cooldowns wisely, and roam when possible.
- Itemization: Magical defense against Gwen’s magic damage, and grievous wounds to reduce her healing.
So, there you have it, folks. My journey to figuring out how to counter Gwen top. It wasn’t easy, but it was definitely worth it. Remember, it’s not about finding a magic bullet, but about putting in the work and figuring out what works best for you. And hey, if you’ve got any other tips or tricks for dealing with Gwen, let me know in the comments! I’m always looking to learn more. Peace out!
