Skins
Counters
Base Stats
Gameplay Ratings
Attack
Defense
Magic
Per Level
Abilities
E
Skip 'n Slash
Gwen dashes a short distance then gains Attack Speed, attack range, and magic damage <OnHit>On-Hit</OnHit> for a few seconds. If she hits an enemy during that time, this Ability's cooldown is partially refunded.
Passive
A Thousand Cuts
Gwen's attacks deal bonus magic damage based on the targets health. She heals for a portion of the damage dealt to champions by this effect.
Q
Snip Snip!
Gwen snips her scissors in a cone up to 6 times dealing magic damage. Gwen deals true damage to units in the center and applies her passive to them on each snip.
R (Ultimate)
Needlework
Gwen hurls a needle that slows enemies hit, deals magic damage, and applies A Thousand Cuts to champions hit. <br><br>This ability can be cast up to two more times, with each cast throwing additional needles and dealing more damage.
W
Hallowed Mist
Gwen summons mist that protects her from enemies outside of it. She can only be targeted by enemies who enter the mist.
Playing As Gwen
- -Always be Attacking - In addition to dealing bonus damage, Gwen's Attacks empower or reset many of her Abilities.
- -Gwen can still damage enemies outside her Hallowed Mists, especially with her Ultimate's range.
- -Some of Gwen's Abilities can apply her passive to multiple enemies, so aim them at groups to get maximum damage and healing.
Playing Against Gwen
- -Gwen's Hallowed Mist shroud will only follow her once, after that it will dissipate when she leaves.
- -Gwen must hit something to recast her Ultimate, try to evade her between casts.
- -Gwen needs to attack a few times to set up her damage, so try to get the jump on her.
Lore
A former doll transformed and brought to life by magic, Gwen wields the very tools that once created her. She carries the weight of her maker's love with every step, taking nothing for granted. At her command is the Hallowed Mist, an ancient and protective magic that has blessed Gwen's scissors, needles, and sewing thread. So much is new to her, but Gwen remains joyfully determined to fight for the good that survives in a broken world.
About Gwen, The Hallowed Seamstress
A former doll transformed and brought to life by magic, Gwen wields the very tools that once created her. She carries the weight of her maker's love with every step, taking nothing for granted. At her command is the Hallowed Mist, an ancient and protective magic that has blessed Gwen's scissors, needles, and sewing thread. So much is new to her, but Gwen remains joyfully determined to fight for the good that survives in a broken world.
How to Play Gwen
Playing Gweneffectively comes down to understanding the champion's role, combo patterns, and power spikes. As a fighter, Gwen benefits from the recommended runes and core items shown above, which reflect the current meta across ranked play.
Strengths & Ally Tips
- Always be Attacking - In addition to dealing bonus damage, Gwen's Attacks empower or reset many of her Abilities.
- Gwen can still damage enemies outside her Hallowed Mists, especially with her Ultimate's range.
- Some of Gwen's Abilities can apply her passive to multiple enemies, so aim them at groups to get maximum damage and healing.
Playing Against Gwen
- Gwen's Hallowed Mist shroud will only follow her once, after that it will dissipate when she leaves.
- Gwen must hit something to recast her Ultimate, try to evade her between casts.
- Gwen needs to attack a few times to set up her damage, so try to get the jump on her.
Gwen Counters and Matchups
Gwen's toughest matchup this patch is Belveth. Conversely, Gwen performs strongly into Caitlyn.
Difficulty and Who Should Play Gwen
Riot rates Gwen's difficulty at 5/10. Gwen sits in the middle range — approachable, but with enough depth to reward practice.