Diana vs Zed JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Diana vs Zed

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Prioritize efficient full clears toward a safe first reset to maintain tempo against Zed's early pressure.
Use level 6 (R) to force objective fights and create skirmishes where you can hit multiple targets.
Avoid early river fights unless your lanes have priority and can support counter-ganks effectively.

Jungle Plan

Path for a full clear into safe resets unless a lane shows reliable setup for early ganks or invades.
Fight for river control and Scuttle when your lanes have priority to secure dragon and Rift Herald setups.
Track Zed's pathing to counter-gank his level 3 pressure and punish his early burst combo when he overextends.

Danger windows

Respect Zed's level 3 (W)+(E)+(Q) burst combo and avoid fighting him isolated before you have your full combo ready.
Be cautious around Zed's level 6 (R) all-in window; hold your (R) for defense or counter-engage and avoid overcommitting.
Avoid low-health jungle clears and forced smite fights early, as Zed's burst and mobility can punish you heavily in these states.

Early game

Start with a full clear to reach level 3 quickly and unlock your (Q)-(W)-(E) burst combo for safer trades.
Contest first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority and can assist to avoid being punished by Zed's early invade.
Avoid early invades before level 6 unless you have clear vision and lane priority, as Zed can punish missed (Q) and exploit your cooldowns.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks your (Q)-(W)-(E) combo, enabling high burst trades; use it only when cooldowns and minion positioning minimize punishment risk.
Level 6 (R) unlocks your all-in threat; use it to force fights or picks and reset safely rather than forcing blind engages.
First completed AP skirmish item boosts your damage and objective control; increase pressure on camps and fights after this point.

Win conditions

Convert your fast clear speed and level 6 (R) into securing dragons and Rift Herald by controlling river vision and timing objective fights.
Use your (Q)+(E)+(W) burst to punish Zed's cooldowns and counter-gank his early pressure, denying him tempo and jungle control.
Leverage your scaling mid-game teamfight impact by forcing skirmishes where your AoE damage and engage can turn fights in your favor.