Gangplank Top Build

Gangplank Top Guide | Patch 26.17

Gangplank dominates top lane with his relentless poke and teamfight presence. At a 50.3% win rate, he thrives in extended skirmishes where his ultimate can turn the tide.

How to play Gangplank?

Gangplank excels in extended trades thanks to his passive, which heals him over time. Early game, focus on short trades with your Q (Tri Shot) to poke while avoiding extended fights. Mid-game, look for opportunities to roam or pressure objectives while maintaining lane dominance. Late-game, your role shifts to frontline disruption—use your E (Remove Scurvy) to cleanse crowd control and position for your R (Cannon Barrage) to zone enemies or secure picks.

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💡 Tips for Gangplank

• 1.Start with Doran's Shield and Second Wind to sustain through early poke, especially against champions like Darius or Garen.
• 2.Use your Q (Tri Shot) to poke enemies when they go for CS, but avoid overcommitting—your damage scales better in extended trades.
• 3.Save your E (Remove Scurvy) for crowd control effects like stuns or slows, as it can be the difference between life and death in 1v1s.
• 4.Roam mid after pushing the wave to apply pressure, but only do so if your ultimate is off cooldown for follow-up plays.
• 5.In teamfights, use your ultimate (Cannon Barrage) to zone enemies away from objectives or to secure picks on low-health targets.

❓ Frequently asked questions about Gangplank

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