Qiyana vs Renekton MID Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Qiyana vs Renekton

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Qiyana aims to snowball by using element swaps and terrain to burst Renekton and deny his early lane pressure.
Manage wave and spacing to avoid giving Renekton easy fury stacks and empowered trades, while preparing for river or brush fights where (R) excels.

Trading pattern

Prepare the correct element with (W) before using (Q) to poke or root, then commit with (E) only if lethal or safe escape is guaranteed.
Punish Renekton after he uses both (E) dashes or when his fury is low to avoid his empowered (W) stun.
Avoid trading away from terrain or with the wrong element, as it weakens your burst and (R) threat.

Danger windows

Respect Renekton's high fury and empowered (W) stun, especially when both (E) casts are available for engage and escape.
Avoid committing when (R) is down or fights are away from terrain, as your burst and crowd control are significantly reduced.
Be cautious of Renekton's level 6 (R) all-in power, especially if you are low health or lack escape options.

Early game

Use level 1-2 to safely farm and position near terrain to prepare for level 3 burst trades.
Avoid extended trades before level 3 when Renekton's fury and (W) stun are most threatening.
After level 3, look for short trades with element setup and (E) dash when Renekton's key cooldowns are down.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks your full combo (Q)-(W)-(E) for burst trades; use it when Renekton's cooldowns and minion positioning favor you.
Level 6 (R) greatly increases your all-in threat near terrain; track its availability for picks, roams, or defensive resets.
First lethality item completion boosts your damage and wave control; increase pressure but remain aware of Renekton's defensive tools.

Win conditions

Use element advantage and terrain to land quick burst trades and snowball lane priority.
Deny Renekton fury buildup by controlling wave state and punishing his cooldowns, forcing him to miss empowered trades.
Transition lane pressure into river and flank skirmishes where your (R) can stun and secure kills, then roam to extend lead.