JUNGLE · EMERALD+ · RANKED SOLO

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How to Play NasusJungle Build, Emerald+Patch 26.16

The recommended Nasus Jungle build for LoL Patch 26.16, from rune set to skill order to item path, based on MOBA Trainer's merged Emerald+ data.

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Soul EaterPSiphoning StrikeQWitherWSpirit FireEFury of the SandsR
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Patch 26.16 · Emerald+ · Ranked Solo
TierNo tier changeB#51of 63 Jungle champions
Win rate51.1%vs 51.9% role avg
Pick rate1.2%48th most picked Jungle
Ban rate31.0%

Nasus Jungle Build (Patch 26.16)

Highest win rate build path (1.4% pick rate, 49.1% win rate). Stats aggregated from Emerald+ ranked.

Runes

49.1% WR
PrecisionPRIMARY
Fleet FootworkKEYSTONE
Triumph
Legend: Haste
Cut Down
InspirationSECONDARY
Magical Footwear
Approach Velocity
SHARDS

Summoner spells

FlashFlashSmiteSmite

Skill order

Siphoning StrikeQWitherWSpirit FireEMax Q first
Siphoning Strike13579
Wither48101213
Spirit Fire21415
Fury of the Sands611

Item build

1.4% pick
StartingGustwalker HatchlingHealth PotionGustwalker Hatchling + Health Potion
Core buildProtoplasm HarnessProtoplasm HarnessIceborn GauntletIceborn GauntletSpirit VisageSpirit Visage
BootsBoots of SwiftnessBoots of Swiftness
SituationalProtoplasm HarnessProtoplasm HarnessTrinity ForceTrinity ForceSpirit VisageSpirit VisageIceborn GauntletIceborn GauntletFrozen HeartFrozen HeartJak'Sho, The ProteanJak'Sho, The Protean

Nasus Jungle meta analysis (Patch 26.16)

Nasus holds a 51.1% win rate in the Jungle role on Patch 26.16, 0.8 points below the Jungle role average of 51.9%. That is the 51st highest win rate of 63 Jungle champions tracked at Emerald+ this patch. With a 1.2% pick rate (48th most played in the role) and a 31.0% ban rate, Nasus is one of the most banned picks in the game right now, so have a backup ready in draft.

Nasus Jungle held steady at B tier through Patch 26.16, with no tier movement since the previous data merge. Stable ratings are a good sign for one-tricks: the play patterns you practice now should keep working next patch. At B tier, Nasus works best as a counter pick or comfort pick rather than a blind pick.

Champion select decides a lot of Nasus Jungle games. The hardest matchups this patch are Sylas (45.4% win rate for Nasus) and Graves (46.8% win rate for Nasus): consider banning one or holding your pick until the opponent locks in. On the other side, JarvanIV (54.1%) and Nocturne (52.5%) are the matchups to look for, where Nasus wins the lane more often than not at Emerald+.

Other Jungle champions at a similar power level in Patch 26.16:

Nasus matchup tips · LoL tier list

Frequently asked questions

Is Nasus good in Patch 26.16?

Nasus is B tier Jungle in Patch 26.16 with a 51.1% win rate, 1.2% pick rate, and 31.0% ban rate over merged Emerald+ data from u.gg and op.gg. MOBA Trainer rescored Nasus Jungle after Patch 26.16 using win rate, pick rate, and ban rate within the Jungle role.

What is the best build for Nasus Jungle?

The best Nasus Jungle build in Patch 26.16 uses Protoplasm Harness, Iceborn Gauntlet, Spirit Visage with the Fleet Footwork keystone from op.gg build data merged into MOBA Trainer. Nasus Jungle is B tier with 51.1% win rate this patch.

Who counters Nasus?

Champions that counter Nasus in Patch 26.16 include Sylas (45.4% Nasus win rate), Graves (46.8% Nasus win rate), Kayn (48.8% Nasus win rate), based on matchup win rates from merged Emerald+ data. See the counters section for full matchup stats.

What should I practice to climb with Nasus?

To climb with Nasus Jungle in Patch 26.16, focus on the core patterns MOBA Trainer drills for this champion: Wave management, Using teleport, and Splitpush. Wave management: Wave management is one of League of Legends fundamentals. Using teleport: Teleport is a versatile tool in you skill set that requires thoughtful usage.