Rengar vs Ekko JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Rengar vs Ekko

Updated Jun 5, 2026

Overview

Use Rengar's strong early invade and brush control to pressure Ekko's jungle and deny his scaling farm.
Focus on river brush control to contest Scuttle and set up picks with (R) before major objectives.

Jungle Plan

Prioritize invading Ekko's jungle camps when lanes have priority to deny his scaling and force him onto the back foot.
Use brush control around river and jungle entrances to set up picks with (R) before starting dragon or Rift Herald.
Track Ekko's pathing and be ready to counter-gank his early ganks, especially before he reaches level 6.

Danger windows

Respect (W) stun setup and avoid fighting in open river areas where he can control zones.
Be cautious contesting objectives when Ekko has (R) ready, as he can turn fights or escape unfavorable skirmishes.
Avoid low-health clears or forced smite fights where Ekko's mobility and healing give him an advantage.

Early game

Start with a three-camp clear through brush-heavy routes to reach level 3 quickly and threaten early invades.
Contest first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority to cover your entrance and exit paths.
Avoid extended river fights before level 6 where Ekko's mobility and (R) healing make him hard to punish.

Power spikes

At level 3, use Rengar's empowered (E) root and dueling power near brush to punish Ekko's weaker early trades.
After level 6, leverage (R) stealth to pick off isolated targets and force Ekko onto the defensive.
Respect Ekko's level 6 (R) as a reset and escape tool; avoid committing all-in when it's available.

Win conditions

Convert early jungle pressure and successful invades into dragon and Rift Herald control by leveraging lane priority.
Use (R) to create picks that enable your team to secure objectives and deny Ekko farm and scaling.
Maintain river brush vision and pressure to limit Ekko's safe farming and force him into unfavorable fights.