Trundle vs Hecarim JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Trundle vs Hecarim

Updated Jun 6, 2026

Overview

Trundle excels at early river control and dueling, aiming to contest Scuttle and invade when lanes have priority.
This matchup turns on denying Hecarim tempo and forcing extended fights where Trundle's stat steal and pillar control dominate.

Jungle Plan

Full clear camps efficiently to match Hecarim's tempo, then look for Scuttle fights only when nearby lanes hold priority.
Use (E) to trap Hecarim near objectives or narrow jungle exits, cutting off his escape during counter-jungling attempts.
Invade or contest camps when Hecarim shows on the opposite side or after his early gank, leveraging Trundle's dueling edge and invade resistance.

Danger windows

Respect Hecarim's early engage window with (E) and (R) fear; avoid isolated river fights without vision or lane priority.
Be cautious contesting Scuttle or objectives when Hecarim's lanes have priority or after he resets with full mana and cooldowns.
Low-health clears or forced smite fights can be lethal if Hecarim collapses with his high mobility and speed ganks.

Early game

Start pathing toward river for early Scuttle contest, especially if top or mid lane can move first.
Avoid fighting Hecarim in isolated jungle areas without vision or lane support due to his high mobility and engage threat.
Prioritize healthy clears to maintain sustain and be ready to counter-invade or counter-gank around level 3-4.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) is a major spike; use it on Hecarim or other durable targets to drain resistances and turn fights in your favor.
First dueling item completion strengthens extended side-lane fights; force fights inside (W) to maximize healing and damage.
Avoid fighting when (W) is down as your sustain and movement drop, reducing your dueling effectiveness.

Win conditions

Convert early river control and Scuttle dominance into dragon and Rift Herald setups with lane priority.
Use (E) pillar and (R) stat drain to trap and outduel Hecarim during objective fights or counter-jungling.
Pressure side lanes after first dueling item to force Hecarim into unfavorable isolated fights and deny his mid-game engage impact.