Nunu & Willump vs Hecarim JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Nunu & Willump vs Hecarim JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Nunu & Willump into Hecarimmedium

Overview

Use to gank early and force enemy lanes to ward deeper than usual.
Leverage superior objective control with plus Smite to outpace Hecarim's scaling.
Avoid isolated duels; create numbers advantages using fogged angles and lane CC.

Jungle Plan

Path to gank lanes where can catch Hecarim off-guard and convert flashes into objectives.
Prioritize early dragon or Rift Herald when Hecarim shows on the opposite side to deny his scaling.
Use vision and lane priority to counter-jungle safely and force Hecarim into unfavorable fights or retreats.

Danger windows

Beware of early fights when Hecarim rolls from fog into overextended lanes with ; avoid isolated river skirmishes.
Respect Hecarim's objective starts when lanes lack priority, as he can combine damage and Smite for strong secures.
Avoid low-health clears and forced Smite fights where Hecarim's mobility and fear can turn engagements against you.

Early game

Start with a fast clear using to maintain tempo and prepare for early ganks.
Contest first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority to avoid overextension against Hecarim's mobility.
Avoid direct invades early unless lanes can collapse quickly to punish Hecarim's isolated fights.

Power spikes

At first dragon or Herald spawn, use plus Smite to secure objectives quickly.
At level 6, layer after or allied CC to maximize zone control.
Respect Hecarim's mid-game spike when his fear engage is available; avoid fights where he can reach carries from fog.

Win conditions

Convert successful ganks into immediate objective starts to build map leads and deny Hecarim scaling.
Use to create unpredictable gank angles, forcing enemy wards deeper and opening counter-jungle opportunities.
Maintain tempo with fast clears and repeated ganks to keep Hecarim reacting and unable to safely farm or contest objectives.

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