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Gwen vs Aurora

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Gwen should focus on scaling through extended trades and avoid giving Aurora easy burst windows early.
Maintain medium lane pressure to prevent Aurora from farming safely and setting up picks.
This matchup is a scale versus burst scenario where Gwen aims to survive early and dominate extended fights later.

Trading pattern

Only commit to trades when (Q) is stacked and (W) is available to block Aurora's burst.
Use (E) to control spacing and reposition after dodging (E) and (Q) combo.
Punish Aurora immediately after she uses (W) since she loses her escape tool then.

Danger windows

Be cautious when (W) is down as Gwen becomes vulnerable to Aurora's burst and repositioning.
Avoid fighting when (Q) is unstacked since Gwen's threat is significantly reduced.
Watch for Aurora's level 6 ultimate window where her burst and mobility peak, increasing all-in threat.

Early game

Use early waves to stack (Q) safely without committing before level 6.
Avoid short burst trades before (W) is ready to block Aurora's retaliation.
Respect (E) slow and dodge it to punish her long animation with counter trades.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) after stacking (Q) to extend fights and chase down Aurora before she can reposition.
After completing two AP items, pressure side lanes and force extended fights where Gwen's damage and durability excel.
Respect Aurora's level 6 ultimate and first AP item spike by avoiding all-ins and holding (W) for key retaliation.

Win conditions

Reach key AP item spikes and use (W) to negate Aurora's burst and repositioning in extended fights.
Stack (Q) before committing to trades and use (E) plus (R) to keep Aurora inside fights.
Pressure side lanes and join teamfights where (W) protects Gwen from outside damage, maximizing her scaling potential.