Zac vs Xin Zhao JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Zac vs Xin Zhao

Updated Jun 6, 2026

Overview

Zac must survive Xin Zhao's early level 3 river aggression by avoiding direct fights and protecting early camps.
This matchup is about Zac leveraging long-range (E) ganks and scaling tank engage to control objectives and teamfights later.

Jungle Plan

Prioritize pathing that protects your camps and sets up long-range (E) ganks on overextended lanes.
Fight for river control and Scuttle when lane priority allows, but avoid direct 1v1 duels with Xin Zhao early.
Use vision and tank durability to set up objective fights around dragon and Rift Herald after reaching key levels.

Danger windows

Xin Zhao is most dangerous at level 3 with (E) and (Q) ready to force early river fights.
Avoid low-health clears and forced smite fights where Xin Zhao can capitalize on his dueling strength.
Be cautious contesting objectives when (R) is available, as it zones out Zac's ranged follow-up.

Early game

Start with a full clear or a path away from Xin Zhao to avoid early invade risk.
Contest first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority to support and prevent Xin Zhao's level 3 fight.
Avoid isolated river fights before level 6 unless lanes collapse on Xin Zhao first.

Power spikes

Level 3 grants Xin Zhao strong duel potential; Zac should avoid early fights and focus on safe clears.
Zac's level 6 (R) enables disruption and zone control to isolate Xin Zhao or protect objectives.
Zac's scaling tank stats improve objective control and frontline presence in late teamfights.

Win conditions

Survive early jungle pressure and avoid Xin Zhao's level 3 river duels by pathing defensively.
Use long-range (E) to gank lanes from unexpected angles, creating tempo and lane priority.
Leverage Zac's tank engage and (R) disruption to secure dragon and Rift Herald fights once scaling is achieved.