Garen vs Annie
Top Lane MatchupGaren vs Annie TOP matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 trades through Q movement speed to gap close and spin-to-win with E, as Annie lacks sustain and has limited mobility.
- Post-6 becomes more volatile since Annie's R can 100-0 you if you're not careful, but you still win extended trades if you dodge her combo.
How to Trade
- Your best trading pattern is Q into E spin while she's silenced, then W to mitigate her retaliation damage before backing off.
- Never trade when she has stun stacked - wait for her to waste it on minions or use Q to cleanse her stun mid-combo.
Wave Control
- Push waves hard with E to deny Annie farm and force her under tower where she struggles to last hit.
- Keep the wave in the center or slightly pushed so you can run her down with Q when she steps up for CS.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't get poked down by her Q spam early game without trading back, as she'll build a health advantage for her all-in.
- Never engage when she has stun ready and you're below 70% HP, as her R combo can easily finish you.
Created on 03/01/2026
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