Nunu & Willump vs Briar JUNGLE Matchup Guide

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Nunu & Willump into Briarmedium

Overview

Use to gank early and force Briar's vision deeper than usual.
Prioritize objective control with plus Smite to secure early dragons and Herald.
Avoid isolated duels since Briar excels in extended fights and mobility.

Use fogged angles for surprise ganks and convert kills into early objectives.
Maintain river control to deny Briar safe Scuttle access and force her into risky fights.
Invade or counter-jungle only when lane priority and vision deny Briar deep wards and allies can collapse.

Beware Briar's early invade attempts when she has lane priority and isolated targets.
Avoid isolated river fights where Briar's mobility and CC can trap you before or allies arrive.
Be cautious during low-health clears or forced Smite fights where Briar's sustained damage punishes mistakes.

Start with a fast clear using to sustain and hit level 3 quickly for ganks.
Contest first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority and can assist to avoid Briar's dueling.
Path to gank lanes from fog with angles where allies can follow up.

First dragon or Herald spawn boosts your objective secure with plus Smite; force early fights.
Level 6 adds zone control; combo after or ally CC to punish Briar.
Respect Briar's strong dueling and mobility; avoid fights when her stun or fear are up.

Convert early ganks into fast dragon or Herald captures to deny Briar scaling and build leads.
Use for repeated ganks from unexpected angles, forcing Briar's lanes to play cautiously.
Leverage objective control and teamfight utility to force fights where your CC chains and zone control decide outcomes.

Tactical tip

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