Garen vs Kassadin
Top Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 convincingly through superior base stats, sustain, and trading power - Kassadin cannot match your early damage or health regeneration.
- Post-6 you still win extended trades, but Kassadin gains R mobility to disengage unfavorable fights and poke with Q from safer distances.
How to Trade
- Your optimal trading is Q into auto-E combo when Kassadin steps up for CS, using Q's silence to prevent his Q shield and interrupt his escape.
- Always look to extend trades with E spin damage since Kassadin lacks sustain and cannot out-trade your damage over time.
Wave Control
- Push waves aggressively early to deny Kassadin CS and force him under tower where he struggles to last-hit.
- Maintain pressure through constant shoving since Kassadin has poor waveclear pre-6 and cannot match your push power.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste Q on minions when Kassadin is in range for trades - the silence is crucial for preventing his Q shield and mobility.
- Avoid chasing with R when Kassadin has R available, as he can easily kite you with repeated R casts and turn the fight.
Created on 01/16/2026
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