Pyke vs Nautilus SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Pyke vs Nautilus

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use brush control and (W) stealth to create unpredictable hook angles and deny Nautilus engage.
Prioritize roaming after wave crash to pressure mid and secure river vision against Nautilus roams.
Force fights when (Q) is down to reduce his engage threat and enable your ADC follow-up.

Trading pattern

Hide (Q) threat in fog or brush, then pull targets into your ADC burst for maximum follow-up.
Hold (E) stun for escape paths after engaging to trap enemies and prevent Nautilus counter-engage.
Avoid using (Q) without ADC follow-up to prevent leaving your ADC exposed to (R) or passive root.

Danger windows

Respect (Q) hook and passive root combo when your ADC steps up near brush.
Avoid overextending when (R) is available, as it guarantees lockdown and follow-up.
Be cautious during large waves where Nautilus can engage safely with his shield and slow.

Early game

Win the level 2 race with your hook and stun combo to set up early ADC burst.
Deny Nautilus brush control to limit his (Q) engage angles and protect your ADC's positioning.
Crash waves before roaming to keep your ADC safe from Nautilus's layered CC.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your hook plus stun combo, increasing your kill threat with ADC follow-up.
Level 3 grants full kit and stealth, enhancing your roam potential and brush control.
Level 6 ultimate enables execute resets, turning messy fights in your favor when coordinated with your ADC.

Win conditions

Convert brush control and hook pressure into denied enemy ADC positioning and kills.
Use roam timers after wave crashes to secure mid pressure and river vision for dragon setups.
Coordinate level 6 all-ins with your ADC to snowball fights using execute resets and create numbers advantages.