Garen vs Riven
Top Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose levels 1-3 to Riven's superior trading patterns and mobility, but can survive through Q movement speed and W damage reduction.
- At level 6, you gain kill pressure if she's below 60% health, as your R execute combined with Q-E damage can secure kills through her shield.
How to Trade
- Your best trading pattern is Q-auto-E when she commits to her combo, using W to reduce her burst damage and Q silence to interrupt her animation canceling.
- Wait for her to use E shield before engaging, then commit fully with your spin duration to maximize damage.
Wave Control
- Focus on last-hitting and maintaining health through your passive, using Q to escape bad trades rather than engage.
- Push waves when she roams to deny her map pressure, and look for opportunities to freeze near your tower when she's low on resources.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Never chase Riven through multiple wall hops as you'll waste cooldowns and positioning for minimal damage.
- Avoid using W preemptively before she commits her full combo, as the damage reduction timing is crucial for surviving her burst windows.
Created on 11/26/2025
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