Gnar vs Yorick TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Gnar vs Yorick

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Gnar controls this lane by using mini form poke and kiting to deny Yorick's graves and Maiden setup.
Prioritize lane pressure to prevent Yorick's slow scaling and side-lane dominance.
This is a control vs splitpush matchup where Gnar must manage Rage and terrain to punish Yorick's low mobility.

Trading pattern

Trade short-range poke in mini form using (Q) and (W) while kiting with (E) to avoid (W) cage and (E) mark.
Punish Yorick when his graves or Maiden are down by forcing trades and wave pressure.
Avoid fighting when your (E) is down or Rage is poorly timed, as Yorick's sustained damage and healing can outlast you.

Danger windows

Yorick is most dangerous when ghouls are ready and (E) marks you, enabling sustained damage.
Avoid being trapped by (W) cage without (E) available to escape, especially near walls.
Be cautious when Yorick has Maiden alive and applies pressure, as his splitpush threat increases sharply.

Early game

Use mini form (Q) and (W) to harass Yorick before he can prepare graves.
Avoid extended trades without (E) available to escape Yorick's cage and ghouls.
Time your Rage buildup to transform for key wave crashes or to contest Maiden pressure at level 6.

Power spikes

At level 6, use mega form (R) near terrain for wall stun and durable engage to disrupt Yorick's setup.
Manage Rage to enter fights with mega form ready, maximizing crowd control and survivability.
Respect Yorick's level 6 spike when Maiden is alive; avoid extended trades and look to punish Maiden's death.

Win conditions

Use mini form poke and kiting to deny Yorick's graves and prevent Maiden from establishing lane pressure.
Time mega form transformations to engage near terrain, maximizing CC to disrupt Yorick's setup and force fights on your terms.
Control the wave and lane state to prevent Yorick from safely splitpushing and scaling into late game.