Gnar vs Malphite TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Gnar vs Malphite

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Control the lane by using mini form range to poke and kite Malphite while managing Rage for mega form engages.
This is a control vs teamfight matchup where Gnar must deny Malphite a passive lane and punish before level 6 to avoid his strong engage.

Trading pattern

Trade short-range poke in mini form using (Q) and (W) while kiting with (E) to avoid Malphite's slow and attack speed reduction.
Punish Malphite when his passive shield is down by stepping forward for chip damage.
Avoid committing to trades when your (E) is down or Rage is poorly timed to prevent being vulnerable to his engage.

Danger windows

Respect Malphite's level 6 (R) engage threat, especially when he can hit multiple targets near walls.
Mini form is fragile when (E) is down; avoid trades or fights during this cooldown.
After your mega form expires, you lose hard CC and durability; avoid extended fights until Rage is rebuilt.

Early game

Use mini form (Q) and (W) to chip Malphite safely and avoid extended trades before level 6.
Preserve (E) for escape since Malphite can punish you if you lose mobility.
Avoid fighting when Malphite's passive shield is up to maximize poke effectiveness.

Power spikes

Level 6 is a major spike; manage Rage to transform with (R) near terrain for impactful crowd control and teamfight presence.
Malphite's level 6 (R) unlocks lethal engage; respect his all-in threat and avoid overextending.
Objective fights with controlled Rage provide windows to turn fights with your durable mega form and CC.

Win conditions

Use mini form ranged poke and kiting to deny Malphite safe farming and force bad engages.
Time your Rage to enter fights with mega form near terrain for maximum CC and durability.
Convert lane pressure into side-lane advantage and teamfight engage to outplay Malphite's slower scaling and lower lane pressure.