Complete Cho'Gath Top Lane Guide: Strategies, Tips & Power Spikes
Landing minion last hits is crucial for Cho'Gath's sustain due to his health-regenerating Passive ability.
Cho'Gath's Q has exceptional range for CC but can be dodged by mobile champions with dashes or escape abilities.
As a strong scaling champion with flexible build paths, Cho'Gath remains relevant throughout the game regardless of early performance.
Key Weaknesses:
- Vulnerable to kiting from ADCs and mobile champions
- Long Ultimate cooldown when used on minions
- Weak early game against aggressive lane opponents
Early Game Strategy:
- Play defensively and focus on scaling
- Keep waves near your tower for safety
- Avoid unnecessary trades despite good sustain
- Use W defensively if enemy plays aggressively
Mid-Late Game Tactics:
- Split push when team isn't grouped
- Look for picks using W and Q
- Save Ultimate (R) for securing objectives
- Stay with team to avoid getting picked off
- Initiate fights with Q or use it for picks
Power Spikes:
- Multiple points in E: Improved trading potential
- Level 6: Execute pressure with Ultimate
- Level 9: E maximized, stronger trading
- Level 11: Increased execute threshold
- Level 16: Maximum Ultimate potential
Late Game Strength:
- Accumulating stacks through Ultimate usage
- Flexible build paths for damage or tank role
- Strong objective control
- Effective team fight presence
Remember to coordinate with your team for objectives and use Ultimate strategically for both champion executions and securing important objectives like Baron or Elder Dragon.