Ekko vs Zac JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ekko vs Zac

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Use Ekko's fast clear and high mobility to avoid Zac's early invade attempts and secure level 6 safely.
Prioritize controlling river scuttles only when nearby lanes have priority to avoid risky early fights.
This is a mid-game scaling skirmish where Ekko must use picks and resets to outpace Zac's frontline engage.

Jungle Plan

Full clear or path to lanes where (W) can be set up for ganks, avoiding direct early fights with Zac.
Contest first Scuttle only if your lanes can move first and Zac is spotted on the opposite side.
Track Zac's pathing to counter-gank his long-range (E) ganks and use tempo resets to threaten backline picks.

Danger windows

Zac's early levels before tank scaling are dangerous if you overextend or fight isolated river skirmishes.
Avoid forced smite fights early when Zac can engage with (E) and (Q) pull from unexpected angles.
Be cautious when Zac's (R) is available for disruption in objective setups or counter-ganks.

Early game

Start with a full clear or five-camp path into a lane with good setup to maximize early pressure.
Avoid early river duels unless your lanes have priority to prevent Zac from punishing your invade resistance weakness.
Use (W) from fog to control dragon or Void Grubs entrances and secure vision before committing to objectives.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks (Q)-(W)-(E) combo; use this to force trades or all-ins when Zac lacks tank stats.
Level 6 (R) grants safety and burst reset; use it to dodge Zac's engage or commit to kills.
First completed AP burst item increases your damage and trade reliability; pressure Zac more confidently while tracking his cooldowns.

Win conditions

Convert fast clears and lane priority into early picks using (W) setup and (R) resets to snowball.
Deny Zac free farm by invading camps safely post-level 6 and contesting objectives with vision control.
Use Ekko's burst and mobility to avoid Zac's engage and pressure side lanes for teamfight advantage.