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September 2026 · Patch 7.2d
Tank · TOP

Gnar Wild Rift Expert Guide

Constantly track your rage to prepare optimal transformations before fights. Proper positioning allows you to engage multiple targets in mega form. During lane phase, use mobility and poke to maintain pressure.

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Gnar Wild Rift Expert Guide

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§ 07b — Advanced MechanicsGnar: combos & tips Wild Rift

Mini Gnar combo (poke/trade)
1 Q Q
2 AA
3 AA
4 AA

Poke from a distance with Q (boomerang return = 2 hits), follow up with auto-attacks to stack Rage.

Mega Gnar combo (engage)
1 E E
2 AA
3 W W
4 R R

Engage with E, stun with W, then use R for a knock-up and wall slam.

Mega Gnar wall slam combo
1 R R
2 E E
3 W W

Use R to hurl enemies against a wall (heavy damage + prolonged stun), followed by E+W for additional CC.

Mechanical Tips

  • Rage Bar: Gnar builds up Rage by attacking and taking damage. At 100 Rage, his next ability triggers a transformation into Mega Gnar for ~15s.
  • GNAR! (R): knock-up + displacement in the chosen direction. Always aim for a wall — enemies knocked into a wall take massive bonus damage and are stunned for longer.
  • Mini Gnar: ranged, mobile, poke. Play it safe, build up Rage, avoid getting involved in large-scale fights.
  • Mega Gnar: melee, tanky, heavy CC. This is the time to initiate fights and use the ultimate.
  • Hyper (W passive): third auto-attack as Mini Gnar = bonus damage + slow. Count your auto-attacks to time the bonus.

Common Mistakes

  • Using R without a wall available — damage and CC significantly reduced.
  • Engaging whilst in Mini Gnar form (not tanky enough) — wait for the Mega transformation.
  • Wasting the Mega transformation without your ultimate ready.

Notable Interactions

  • Mega Gnar’s transition cancels any crowd control effects currently affecting Gnar [to be confirmed].
  • Mega Gnar is one of the best teamfight initiators with R + wall.
  • As Mini Gnar, catching the returning Q boomerang is crucial for reducing the cooldown.

FAQ

How should I play Gnar in Wild Rift?

Gnar is generally played as Top. The first objective is to harass + deny farm (nasus/sett); calls jungler when mega arrives. Its biggest edge comes from mega wombo combo.

When is Gnar strongest?

Gnar takes over in mid game: side with tp ready; reach the goal when your rage is at 70%+.

How do I punish Gnar?

Gnar can be punished when rage bar dependent. A practical answer listed here is: Gank before his level 5, 9, and 13 spikes, or right after Mega ends.

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