Nunu & Willump vs Hecarim JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Nunu & Willump vs Hecarim

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Focus on leveraging Nunu & Willump's superior objective control and gank threat to outpace Hecarim's scaling and speed engages.
Avoid isolated duels and instead use fogged (W) angles to create numbers advantages and secure early objectives.

Jungle Plan

Path to gank lanes where (W) can catch Hecarim off-guard and convert flashes into immediate dragon or Rift Herald starts.
Prioritize early dragon or Herald when Hecarim shows on the opposite side of the map to deny his scaling and objective control.
Use vision and lane priority to counter-jungle safely and force Hecarim into unfavorable fights or retreats.

Danger windows

Beware of early fights when Hecarim rolls (W) from fog into overextended lanes; avoid isolated river skirmishes without lane support.
Respect Hecarim's objective starts when lanes lack priority, as he can combine (Q) and Smite for strong secures.
Avoid low-health clears and forced Smite fights where Hecarim's mobility and fear can turn engagements against you.

Early game

Start with a fast clear using (Q) to maintain tempo and prepare for early ganks.
Contest first Scuttle only when nearby lanes have priority to avoid overextension against Hecarim's mobility.
Avoid direct invades early unless lanes can collapse quickly, as Hecarim can escape or punish isolated fights.

Power spikes

At first dragon or Herald spawn, use (Q) plus Smite to secure objectives quickly and force Hecarim to contest under pressure.
At level 6, layer (R) after (W) or allied CC to maximize zone control and punish Hecarim's engages.
Respect Hecarim's mid-game spike when his (R) fear engage is available; avoid fights where he can reach carries from fog.

Win conditions

Convert successful ganks into immediate objective starts to build map leads and deny Hecarim scaling.
Use (W) to create unpredictable gank angles that force enemy wards deeper and open counter-jungle opportunities.
Maintain tempo with fast clears and repeated ganks to keep Hecarim reacting and unable to safely farm or contest objectives.