Garen vs Cho'Gath
Top Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win levels 1-3 through Q movement speed and E spin damage, as Cho'Gath lacks early damage to match your all-ins.
- At level 6, Cho'Gath becomes significantly stronger with R execute damage and better sustain from his passive, making trades more dangerous for you.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading pattern is Q into enemy, auto attack, then E while they're silenced and can't retaliate with abilities.
- Always save W for when Cho'Gath uses Q knockup or when you need to disengage, as the damage reduction is crucial for surviving his burst.
Wave Control
- Push early waves hard with E to establish level advantages and roaming opportunities before Cho'Gath scales.
- After level 6, focus on freezing near your tower since Cho'Gath will outscale you in extended trades and teamfights.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't chase Cho'Gath into his minion wave after level 6, as his passive healing combined with Q knockup setup makes extended fights heavily favor him.
- Avoid using Q aggressively when his Q is available, as getting knocked up without your mobility spell often results in losing the trade.
Created on 11/28/2025
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