Leona vs Nautilus SUPPORT Matchup Guide

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Overview

Use brush control to threaten engage angles and enable ADC burst follow-up.
Prioritize protecting your ADC from Nautilus's long-range hook and layered lockdown.
Leverage river vision and wave state to create roam opportunities after crashing waves.

Respect hook range and brush angles that threaten your ADC's positioning.
Avoid extended trades when ultimate is available to prevent forced flashes or deaths.
Beware when Nautilus controls brush and your ADC steps too far forward without peel ready.

Win the level 2 race to layer + for a strong all-in with ADC follow-up.
Deny Nautilus brush control to reduce his hook threat and protect your ADC's positioning.
Coordinate wave crashes with your ADC before roaming to avoid leaving them vulnerable.

Level 2 unlocks your + combo, enabling decisive all-ins with ADC follow-up.
Level 3 adds for durability, allowing safer trades and extended engage windows.
Level 6 grants long-range engage, ideal with confirmed ADC follow-up and river control.

Convert brush control and level 2/3 power spikes into forced all-ins with your ADC's burst.
Use wave crash timings to roam safely, set river vision, and pressure mid or dragon.
Deny enemy ADC positioning by layering stuns and controlling engage angles for favorable teamfight entry.

Tactical tip

For Leona vs Nautilus, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jul 4, 2026