Karma vs Nautilus SUPPORT Matchup Guide

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Overview

Use poke and shields to enable your ADC's forward trades and control lane space.
Deny Nautilus brush control to reduce his hook angles and protect ADC positioning.
Prioritize river vision and wave pressure to secure safe roam windows and objective setup.

Push with then shield ADC to enable trades before Nautilus commits or .
Hold root to punish overextensions or break Nautilus's engage tether safely.
Deny brush to limit Nautilus's hook angles and force him into predictable engage windows.

Respect hook range from brush and avoid stepping into lane without shield ready.
Beware of knockup which guarantees follow-up lockdown; hold peel until cast.
Avoid extended trades when and cooldowns are available and brush is uncontrolled.

Track level 2 race closely and only contest wave if ADC can follow your root engage.
Use poke from brush to pressure ADC access and force Nautilus to miss hook angles.
Crash wave with ADC before roaming to prevent Nautilus from isolating your carry or controlling river.

Level 2 unlocks root and poke; use this to pressure Nautilus before he can hook.
Level 3 full kit enables shielded trades and reliable root, increasing your lane control.
Level 6 ultimate adds peel or engage flexibility; use with ADC follow-up for river fights or resets.

Convert poke and shield pressure into ADC access denial and plate control before Nautilus can engage.
Use wave control and vision to create safe roam windows and secure dragon setups.
Leverage and to protect ADC during Nautilus engage attempts and force inefficient cooldowns.

Tactical tip

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