Trundle vs Graves JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Trundle vs Graves

Updated Jun 6, 2026

Overview

Trundle's strength lies in early river control and punishing Graves's reliance on kiting by forcing extended duels inside (W).
Prioritize contesting Scuttle and invading when lanes have priority to leverage Trundle's superior dueling and stat-steal abilities.

Jungle Plan

Path aggressively toward river and lanes with priority to contest first Scuttle and force Graves into unfavorable fights.
Invade Graves's jungle after tracking his pathing, especially if Graves commits to early ganks or slow clears.
Use (E) to cut off Graves's escape routes during counter-jungling and coordinate with lanes for ganks or objective setups.

Danger windows

Avoid isolated river fights early when Graves can use (E) dash and burst (R) to outmaneuver and punish.
Be cautious contesting objectives without lane priority as Graves can kite and force unfavorable smite fights.
Low-health clears leave Trundle vulnerable to Graves's fast clear and invade potential; reset or secure vision before re-engaging.

Early game

Start with a steady clear path aimed at reaching river Scuttle early to contest or secure it before Graves.
Avoid early direct invades unless Graves shows on opposite side or lanes have priority to support.
Use (E) to trap Graves near narrow jungle exits during counter-invades or river fights to capitalize on his lower mobility.

Power spikes

Level 6 (R) drastically improves dueling by stealing Graves's resistances and health, enabling Trundle to force fights or objectives.
First dueling item completion boosts Trundle's ability to sustain and pressure side lanes, forcing Graves to respond.
Extended fights inside (W) amplify Trundle's healing and damage, punishing Graves's kiting if he cannot disengage quickly.

Win conditions

Convert early river control and Scuttle dominance into dragon and Rift Herald setups with lane priority.
Use (E) pillar and (R) stat drain to trap and dismantle Graves during counter-jungling or skirmishes.
Leverage Trundle's dueling strength and objective control to deny Graves farm and tempo, forcing him into reactive plays.