Amumu vs Talon JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Amumu vs Talon

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Full clear or three-camp path toward lanes with CC ready to follow (Q) ganks early.
Avoid early river fights without lane priority; focus on controlled clears and defensive wards.
Prioritize scaling into teamfights by using (R) to lock down grouped enemies around objectives.

Jungle Plan

Path for controlled clears and gank lanes with CC ready to follow (Q) for early pressure.
Fight for river control and Scuttle only when your lanes have priority to avoid getting outpaced.
Use level 6 (R) to secure dragon or Rift Herald fights by catching enemies in choke points and forcing grouped fights.

Danger windows

Beware Talon's early invade attempts before you reach tank stats; avoid isolated 1v1 fights.
Avoid river skirmishes without lane priority to reduce risk of being counter-invaded or collapsed on.
Talon's level 6 (R) burst and stealth create high danger windows; respect his all-in threat during this time.

Early game

Start with a full clear or three-camp clear toward a lane where allies can follow your (Q) engage.
Contest first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority and can assist.
Avoid early invades against Talon unless your lanes are winning and can counter-gank effectively.

Power spikes

Respect Talon's level 2 power spike when he unlocks (Q)+(W) combo; avoid giving him clean engage windows.
Track Talon's level 6 (R) availability; hold key defensive cooldowns to survive his burst and stealth.
Amumu's power rises sharply post-level 6 with (R) for teamfight lockdown and objective control.

Win conditions

Survive early jungle pressure by prioritizing safe clears and defensive vision.
Convert level 6 into objective control by using (R) to lock down enemies around dragon or Rift Herald.
Use (Q) and (R) to force grouped fights and enable your team to capitalize on your strong teamfight engage.