Graves vs Nocturne JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Graves vs Nocturne

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Use Graves's high clear speed and strong early dueling to control jungle tempo and contest camps aggressively.
Prioritize invading and counter-jungling Nocturne early to deny his level 6 spike and scaling opportunities.

Jungle Plan

Path for a full clear into invade windows where Nocturne is likely to path toward his blue or red buff.
Fight for river control and Scuttle Crab only when your lanes can assist or counter-gank effectively.
Use vision and lane priority to secure early dragon setups and force Nocturne into unfavorable objective fights.

Danger windows

Avoid invading or fighting when Nocturne has his (R) available and lanes lack vision or priority.
Be cautious contesting Scuttle or objectives if you are low health or your lanes cannot respond to multi-lane collapses.
Watch for forced smite fights around dragon or Rift Herald where Nocturne's pick threat and DPS can overwhelm you.

Early game

Start with a fast full clear to reach level 3 quickly and pressure Nocturne's jungle side before he hits level 6.
Contest first Scuttle Crab only if nearby lanes have priority to avoid multi-lane collapses.
Avoid risky fights before level 6 unless you have clear health and lane priority to back you up.

Power spikes

Graves's early clear speed and (E) dash allow strong early skirmishes; use these to invade or counter-jungle before Nocturne hits level 6.
Respect Nocturne's level 6 spike with (R) global ultimate; avoid isolated river fights or overextensions without vision.
Graves scales well with items and armor stacking; maintain tempo leads to outduel Nocturne in mid-game skirmishes.

Win conditions

Convert your faster clears and strong dueling into consistent counter-jungling to deny Nocturne farm and experience.
Use lane priority to control river entrances and secure early dragons and Rift Heralds with your team.
Leverage Graves's ranged burst and armor stacking to win skirmishes and snowball leads into mid-game objective control.