Nasus vs Zyra JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Nasus vs Zyra

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 10, 2026

Overview

Prioritize safe early clears to avoid Zyra's poke and root setups.
Focus on scaling through jungle farm and avoid early river fights without lane priority.
Exploit Zyra's immobility by counter-ganking and invading when her root (E) is down.

Jungle Plan

Prioritize efficient jungle pathing to maximize (Q) stacks and scaling potential.
Counter-invade when Zyra uses (E) root unsuccessfully or is spotted on the opposite side.
Set up ganks on lanes where Zyra's root is on cooldown or where she lacks brush control.

Danger windows

Avoid river fights when (E) root and plant zones control brush and limit your movement.
Be cautious during early clears at low health; Zyra's poke can force you off camps.
Respect Zyra's level 2-3 power spike when her root and plants combo threaten invades or counter-ganks.

Early game

Start full clear and avoid early river Scuttle fights unless nearby lanes can assist.
Only contest river Scuttle if your lanes have priority and Zyra's root is on cooldown.
Avoid invading Zyra early unless you have vision and can punish missed (E) roots.

Power spikes

Level 6 grants (R) for extended fights; use it to survive Zyra's poke and force fights.
High (Q) stacks significantly increase dueling power; pressure side lanes once stacks are sufficient.
After first defensive item, Nasus can better withstand Zyra's magic poke and engage safely.

Win conditions

Use superior scaling and (Q) stacks to pressure side lanes and force Zyra's team to respond.
Convert jungle tempo into objective control by securing dragons and Rift Herald with vision.
Exploit Zyra's immobility by counter-ganking and denying her jungle camps after successful invades.