Nunu & Willump vs Elise JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Nunu & Willump vs Elise

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Use Nunu & Willump's strong early gank pressure and objective control to outpace Elise's early dive threat.
Avoid isolated fights and rely on ganks with lane CC to create numbers advantage against Elise's strong dueling and burst.

Jungle Plan

Prioritize fast full clears and transition immediately to early dragon or Rift Herald if lanes have priority or Elise shows on opposite side.
Contest first Scuttle when lanes can support; otherwise, use vision and lane priority to counter-gank Elise's early ganks.
Use (W) to approach ganks from fog and chain (E) root plus (R) zone control to secure kills or force Elise off objectives.

Danger windows

Early invade attempts before level 4 are risky due to Elise's strong burst and (E) stun; avoid isolated river fights early.
Be cautious contesting objectives if lanes lack priority, as Elise can punish forced Smite fights with her burst.
Watch for Elise's level 3 gank pressure and rappel engages on overextended lanes; coordinate with laners for counter-ganks.

Early game

Start full clear with (Q) to maintain health and tempo, then path to river for first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority.
Avoid early invades before level 4 unless lanes can collapse quickly, as Elise punishes isolated fights with (E) stun and burst.
Use (W) from fog to create unexpected gank angles and force Elise to play reactive rather than aggressive.

Power spikes

First dragon or Herald spawn: Use (Q) plus Smite to secure objectives quickly after ganks before Elise can respond.
Level 6: Layer (R) after (W) or allied CC to punish Elise's engage and zone enemies during fights.
Respect Elise's level 3 power spike when she can dive with (E) stun and rappel; avoid fights without lane support.

Win conditions

Convert successful early ganks into immediate dragon or Rift Herald starts using (Q) plus Smite for secure control.
Use (W) to create unpredictable gank angles and chain CC to lock down Elise or her laners during skirmishes.
Deny Elise free farm and early leads by tracking her pathing and counter-jungling when lanes have priority to limit her snowball potential.