Draven Counter Guide: Best Champions and Tips to Beat Him

Draven Counter Guide: Best Champions and Tips to Beat Him

By Marcus Chen

March 5, 2025 at 09:48 AM

Effectively Counter Draven in League of Legends

Draven from League of Legends

Draven from League of Legends

Strong Counters:

  • Ziggs
  • Jhin
  • Miss Fortune
  • Ashe
  • Seraphine

Laning Phase Strategy

  1. Target his axe landing locations with CC abilities (stuns, snares, knock-ups)
  2. Avoid trading early unless he drops an axe
  3. Request jungler assistance to reset his Adoration stacks
  4. Play defensively until you have matching items

Teamfight Tactics

  • Focus CC abilities on Draven to disrupt axe catches
  • Coordinate with team to eliminate him when his Adoration stacks are high
  • Exploit his vulnerability while managing axes in teamfights

Key Power Spikes

  • Early game: Level 1-3 with Q ability
  • First back: Major AD item purchase
  • Level 6: Ultimate ability power spike

Core Weaknesses

  • Highly dependent on catching axes
  • Vulnerable to crowd control
  • Predictable movement patterns
  • Team fight positioning limitations

Optimal Counter Picks:

  1. Long-range mages (Ziggs)
  2. CC-heavy supports (Seraphine)
  3. Safe ADCs (Ashe, Miss Fortune)
  4. Strong early game champions (Jhin)

Tips for Success:

  • Track his itemization and match his power level
  • Coordinate ganks when his flash is down
  • Avoid extended trades without significant advantages
  • Maintain safe positioning during his ultimate

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