Udyr vs Hecarim JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Udyr vs Hecarim

Updated Jun 6, 2026

Overview

Use Udyr's superior clear speed and dueling to control early jungle tempo and secure river priority.
Prioritize invading or contesting camps when lanes have priority to deny Hecarim's mid-game scaling power.
Convert early tempo into objective control around dragon and Rift Herald before Hecarim hits his mid-game spike.

Jungle Plan

Full clear fast, then invade or counter-jungle when lane priority covers jungle entrances and exits.
Fight for first Scuttle only if your nearby lanes can move first and provide reliable support.
Use superior clear speed to cycle camps and force Hecarim into reactive pathing, then convert tempo into dragon or Herald control.

Danger windows

Early invade attempts without lane priority risk getting collapsed on by Hecarim's high mobility and (E) fear.
Isolated river fights are dangerous when Hecarim's ultimate is available to initiate with fear.
Low-health clears or forced smite fights near dragon or Herald can be punished by Hecarim's speed and engage potential.

Early game

Start with a full clear to hit level 4 quickly, then contest Scuttle Crab if nearby lanes hold priority.
Avoid early river fights unless your lanes can collapse, as Hecarim's mobility and fear make isolated skirmishes risky.
Track Hecarim's camp respawns and punish slow rotations by invading or counter-jungling when safe.

Power spikes

Level 4 full clear spike lets Udyr pressure camps and contest Scuttle with empowered stance and (E) stun.
First major item spike increases Udyr's dueling and objective control, forcing Hecarim to respect your presence.
Hecarim's mid-game item and (R) fear spike requires Udyr to avoid isolated fights and rely on lane priority before engaging.

Win conditions

Use Udyr's elite clear speed and dueling to deny Hecarim farm and control jungle camps.
Secure early Scuttle and dragon vision to set up objective fights where Udyr's sustained damage and stun excel.
Leverage lane priority to invade safely and force Hecarim into unfavorable fights, denying his mid-game scaling and teamfight impact.