Vi vs Locke JUNGLE Matchup Guide

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Vi into Lockemedium

Overview

Use your high early-game pressure and gank threat to force Locke off camps early.
Prioritize river control and Scuttle crabs to deny Locke's mid access and vision.
Focus on lockdown picks with to convert early kills into dragon and Herald control.

Path toward lanes where ganks can force Locke flashes or summoner spells.
Contest river vision and Scuttle when your lanes can respond first to set up objective fights.
Use level 6 for guaranteed lockdown picks before dragon or Herald attempts.

Avoid river fights when Locke has multiple stacks and ready to reset.
Be cautious invading when Locke's is active, as he gains attack speed and sustain.
Respect fights near objectives if Locke's execute mark threatens low-health targets.

Opt for a three-camp clear if early lanes lack priority, else full clear to gank quickly.
Secure first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority to avoid risky isolated fights.
Avoid invading Locke without lane priority or ready to punish his mobility and resets.

Level 6 spike with lets you lock down targets and secure kills before objectives.
Early post-clear power allows you to contest Scuttle and invade safely if lanes have priority.
Mid-game objective control peaks when you combine lockdown with your strong dueling and clear speed.

Convert early ganks with lockdown into dragon and Rift Herald control.
Use superior clear speed and dueling to deny Locke jungle camps and force resets.
Track Locke's cooldowns to counter-gank and punish his commitment after resets.

Tactical tip

For Vi vs Locke, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Jungle lane check.

Updated Jul 5, 2026