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Vel'Koz vs Nautilus SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Nautilus

Vel'Koz vs Nautilus

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use long-range (Q) poke to deny Nautilus and his ADC wave access and brush control.
Hold (E) for peel to protect your ADC from Nautilus's engage and layered CC.
Control river vision to track Nautilus's roam timer and prevent mid or dragon pressure.

Trading pattern

Use split (Q) angles and layer (W) to poke before Nautilus commits engage.
Hold (E) to interrupt or peel after (Q) or (R) engage attempts.
Avoid standing near brush without vision to prevent Nautilus's hook and root lockdown.

Danger windows

Respect (Q) hook and passive root range when near brush or fog of war.
Avoid channeling (R) without peel ready, as Nautilus can counter-engage with (R) knockup.
Watch for Nautilus level 6 all-in with (R) combined with enemy ADC follow-up.

Early game

Track level 2 closely and only contest wave if your ADC can follow your poke and knockup.
Deny Nautilus brush control to reduce his (Q) engage angles and passive root follow-up.
Use wave pressure to create safe poke windows and enable your ADC to maintain lane space.

Power spikes

Level 2: Your poke plus knockup opens strong poke windows; force Nautilus back before he hits level 2.
Level 3: Full kit unlocks your poke and peel pattern; use brush control to maximize ADC follow-up.
Level 6: Your ultimate burst can punish Nautilus's engage if your ADC is ready to follow up.

Win conditions

Convert poke pressure into denied enemy ADC positioning and forced recalls.
Set deep river vision to safely roam or prepare dragon fights with your ADC.
Use (E) peel and (R) burst around your ADC to secure favorable 2v2 fights and objective control.

Tip: For Vel'Koz vs Nautilus, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup