Locke vs Ekko JUNGLE Matchup Guide

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Locke into Ekkomedium

Overview

Focus on counter-jungling camps when Ekko is visible on the opposite side or after he uses .
Contest river vision and prioritize Scuttle control when your lanes can assist to deny Ekko's gank angles.
Use takedown resets on to chain kills and pressure dragon or Rift Herald objectives early.

Avoid isolated river fights before level 6, as Ekko's setup and mobility punish overcommitment.
Be cautious when your is spent without a takedown; you lose reset and chase pressure.
Respect Ekko's availability as it enables him to dodge your execute and turn fights around.

Start with a full clear to match Ekko's fast jungle tempo and avoid early river fights.
Secure first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority to contest Ekko's setups.
Avoid invading before level 6 when Ekko's escape is unavailable and punish his overextensions.

Level 3 unlocks your full combo with , , and ; trade only when hits multiple nails.
Level 6 lets you execute low-health targets from range; chip enemies first to maximize kill potential.
First completed assassin or AP skirmish item increases your burst and reset potential; prioritize marked isolated targets.

Convert jungle tempo into objectives by using takedown resets to maintain pressure and secure dragons.
Exploit marked targets to snowball kills and deny Ekko's scaling by forcing early skirmishes.
Use vision control around river and jungle entrances to set up picks and counter Ekko's roaming threat.

Tactical tip

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