Ekko vs Zed JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Ekko vs Zed

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Prioritize efficient full clears to hit level 6 and item spikes before engaging Zed in fights.
Use your high mobility and (R) to avoid Zed's burst and punish his cooldowns after he commits.
Focus on controlling river vision and Scuttle to limit Zed's early invade and gank pressure.

Jungle Plan

Path for full clears and only contest Scuttle when your lanes have priority to avoid risky fights.
Track Zed's first clear and be ready to counter-gank his early ganks, especially post-level 6 when (R) is available.
Use tempo resets to arrive early at dragon or Rift Herald and force Zed into unfavorable fights or concede objectives.

Danger windows

Respect Zed's level 3 combo with (W)+(E)+(Q) as it can burst you down if caught off-guard.
Beware of isolated river fights before level 6 where Zed's early agency and burst are strongest.
Avoid forced smite fights or low-health clears where Zed can capitalize on your vulnerability.

Early game

Start with a full clear or a five-camp clear into a lane with strong setup to maximize early tempo.
Avoid early river fights unless nearby lanes have priority to support counter-ganks.
Use fogged (W) to secure Scuttle or dragon entrances and deny Zed vision and safe access.

Power spikes

Level 3 unlocks your (Q)-(W)-(E) combo; use it to trade or all-in when minions and cooldowns align.
Level 6 (R) is your key safety and reset tool; use it to dodge (R) burst or secure kills.
First completed AP item significantly boosts your damage; increase pressure and punish Zed's cooldowns more aggressively after this.

Win conditions

Convert your jungle tempo and superior clear speed into controlling dragon and Rift Herald before Zed can contest.
Use your (W) setup and mobility to execute picks and skirmishes, denying Zed access to carries.
Deny Zed free farm and force him into unfavorable fights post-level 6 to snowball side-lane pressure and resets.