Zac Jungle has trouble against Nocturne (47.9% win rate) based on 662 games. This is a tough matchup for Zac players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Zac Jungle vs Nocturne Jungle in patch 15.23 (25.23), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 56.1% in this matchup.
With 2.8% popularity, Zac constantly encounters meta-dominant Nocturne (3.8%, 20th place out of 63 Jungle champions). Understanding how to play against this popular champion becomes essential for consistent Zac performance in the current patch. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Aftershock + Font of Life combination (71.9% win rate) plus optimal itemization Sunfire Aegis, Liandry's Torment, Thornmail, and Ionian Boots of Lucidity boosts your chances from 47.9% to 56.1% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Zac faces both matchup (47.85%) and farming disadvantages (5.72 vs 6.03/min). With a 0.31 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Nocturne leads in both matchup win rate (52.2%) and damage (661 vs 569/min). Zac must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Zac maintains better KDA (3.30, 3rd place vs 29th for Nocturne), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| B | Tier | A |
| 47.9% | Matchup Winrate | 52.2% |
| 49.65% | Role Winrate | 50.19% |
| #41 | Winrate Rank | #30 |
| 2.8% | Pickrate | 3.8% |
| 3.3 | Average KDA | 2.7 |
| 388 | Gold per Minute | 428 |
| 5.72 | CS/Min | 6.03 |
| 0.18 | Wards per Minute | 0.22 |
| 569 | Damage per Minute | 661 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
The magic damage that Zac deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Nocturne deals mainly physical damage (84.55%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Nocturne, ranking 33rd (versus 50th for Zac) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.7 versus 3.3) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Zac player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Nocturne player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
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After immobilizing an enemy champion, increase your Armor and Magic Resist by 35 + 80% of…
Impairing the movement of an enemy champion restores @BaseHeal@ Health to you a…
After 12 min gain +8 Armor and +8 Magic Resist and increase your Armor and Magi…
Gain 5% Heal and Shield Power.Heals and shields you cast or receive are 10% str…
Gain bonuses upon reaching the following levels:Level 5: +5 Ability Haste Level…
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Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
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Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
