Draven vs Tristana ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Draven vs Tristana

Confidence highUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

Draven wins short trades by punishing Tristana's last-hit attempts with (Q) axe autos.
Draven needs support control of brush to safely catch axes and deny Tristana free farm.
Tristana's all-ins rely on (W) jump with support follow-up; Draven must respect this window.

Trading pattern

Step forward to auto Tristana during her last-hit animations only if enemy support cannot punish.
Use (E) to interrupt (W) jump engage or to slow her retreat after trades.
Avoid catching axes in zones controlled by enemy support or near large minion waves to prevent overextension.

Danger windows

Respect Tristana's level 2 all-in window when (W) jump and (E) burst are available with support follow-up.
Avoid stepping into brush or engage zones when enemy support can immediately punish axe catch paths.
Be cautious when axes drop, as Draven's threat and all-in potential sharply decrease.

Early game

Use the first three waves to keep axes active and punish Tristana's CS attempts.
Prioritize level 1 aggression with (Q) axes to force Tristana off low-health caster minions.
Hold wave near your side to reduce Tristana's safe jump angles and limit her (E) stacking.

Power spikes

Level 1 (Q) axe autos let Draven dominate early trades and force Tristana to concede CS.
First completed damage item turns axe trades into kill threats; use this to force recalls or plates.
Keep (E) ready to counter Tristana's jump engage, increasing all-in safety and trade control.

Win conditions

Convert early axe damage and kills into a CS and item lead before Tristana scales.
Use lane control and item spikes to crash waves and take turret plates, denying Tristana gold.
Leverage (R) ultimate to execute low-health targets and secure kills or assist resets in fights.