Akali vs Gnar

Akali
You
VS
Gnar

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Who Wins

  • You lose pre-6 due to his superior range and your lack of gap-close, forced to take poke while farming.
  • Post-6 you gain kill pressure with R, but he can still kite effectively if he manages his forms properly.
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How to Trade

  • Use Q to farm safely and proc passive when possible, then look for E-Q-passive auto trades when he's in Mini form.
  • Save W for his Mega form engages or to extend trades when you have the advantage.

Wave Control

  • Let him push early levels to farm safely near your tower, then look for freezes when you hit 6.
  • Crash waves quickly when you have kill pressure to prevent his recalls and maintain tempo.

Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't waste E aggressively when he's near Mega transformation, as his increased tankiness and CC will turn trades against you.
  • Avoid extended trades in Mini form without your W, as his kiting potential will outdamage you over time.
Created on 04/05/2026
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