Darius vs Rengar JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Darius vs Rengar

Updated Jun 6, 2026

Overview

Darius must leverage his early dueling strength and pull threat to control jungle entrances and deny Rengar safe farming early.
Prioritize river brush control to limit Rengar's invade angles and reduce his pick potential with (R).
This matchup favors snowball through extended fights and objective control rather than quick skirmishes or isolated picks.

Jungle Plan

Full clear first, then contest Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority and vision on Rengar's location.
Invade Rengar's jungle camps when lanes can assist or when he is spotted on the opposite side to deny his scaling.
Use river brush control to set up counter-ganks and force Rengar into unfavorable fights before dragon or Rift Herald.

Danger windows

Early level 3 fights near brush are risky due to Rengar's empowered root and leap; avoid isolated river skirmishes without vision.
Low-health clears expose you to Rengar's burst and invade; clear efficiently and recall if below half health.
Forced smite fights at dragon or Rift Herald require lane priority and vision control to avoid losing objectives or dying to picks.

Early game

Start with a full clear to reach level 3 quickly and secure early Scuttle crab when nearby lanes hold priority.
Avoid fighting Rengar in brush-heavy river areas without vision or lane priority to prevent getting caught by his empowered root (E).
Use early camp timers to track Rengar's pathing and counter-invade when he shows on opposite side of the map.

Power spikes

Level 6 unlocks your (R) execute, turning extended trades lethal and enabling resets; stack passive before committing.
First completed bruiser item increases your durability and damage, allowing you to force longer fights and survive Rengar's burst.
Rengar's early level 3 empowered root (E) and brush leap increase his invade threat; respect this window by avoiding isolated brush fights.

Win conditions

Convert jungle tempo into objective control by securing early Scuttle and contesting dragon with lane priority.
Use your superior dueling to invade and deny Rengar's camps, slowing his scaling and reducing his pick potential.
Leverage vision and river brush control to set up counter-ganks and force favorable teamfights where your all-in and reset potential shine.