Nocturne vs Talon JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Nocturne vs Talon

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Prioritize a full clear to reach level 6 on schedule and unlock (R) for high-impact cross-map ganks.
Use (R) to punish overextended lanes and create objective advantages after level 6.
Avoid early multi-lane collapses as Talon's high mobility and burst can punish grouped fights.

Jungle Plan

Path camps toward level 6, then use (R) to gank side lanes that overextend or lack vision.
Contest river control and Scuttle when nearby lanes hold priority to secure dragon and Herald setups.
Track Talon's pathing to counter-gank and punish his roam attempts, denying him early kills and map pressure.

Danger windows

Respect Talon's level 2 combo window where his burst and (W) slow can punish early fights.
Avoid isolated river fights before level 6 where Talon's burst and stealth can overwhelm you.
Be cautious of forced smite fights when low health, as Talon's burst can secure kills if you overcommit.

Early game

Start with a full clear to maximize experience and maintain objective access before level 6.
Fight for first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority and can support counter-ganks.
Avoid early invades unless Talon is tracked on the opposite side and lanes can collapse safely.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) for guaranteed picks and to convert kills into dragon or Rift Herald control.
Exploit Talon's delay on (E) terrain mobility by forcing fights when his escape is on cooldown.
Respect Talon's first lethality item spike by avoiding extended trades and focusing on objective control.

Win conditions

Convert level 6 picks with (R) into dragon and Rift Herald objectives to snowball team advantage.
Use efficient full clears and vision control to deny Talon's early roam and counter-jungle attempts.
Leverage your dueling strength with (W) spell shield to win sustained fights and secure scaling leads.