DuoBest top and jungle duos in LoL (patch 26.21)
The best top and jungle duos coordinate ganks on top with chained crowd control or a dash that can't be dodged. Here are all the top + jungle synergies we analyze, with the gank combo and the most common mistakes.
Best top and jungle duos in LoL (patch 26.21)
Camille + HecarimTop + Jungle · Difficulty: HighCamille locks the target down and Hecarim charges: a dive you can't escape.
Cho'Gath + ViTop + Jungle · Difficulty: MediumVi dives onto the target and Cho'Gath knocks them up and silences them: there's no way out.
Gnar + AmumuTop + Jungle · Difficulty: Medium-HighAmumu stuns the group and Mega Gnar throws them against the walls.
Irelia + AmumuTop + Jungle · Difficulty: HighAmumu stuns everyone and Irelia goes in with her blades and her R without stopping.
Jax + Lee SinTop + Jungle · Difficulty: HighLee Sin goes in with his Q and Jax leaps and stuns with his counter strike.
Malphite + SejuaniTop + Jungle · Difficulty: MediumMalphite knocks up and Sejuani freezes: a top gank that's hard to dodge.
Ornn + ZacTop + Jungle · Difficulty: MediumOrnn and Zac knock the enemy up and withstand whatever it takes.
Poppy + Jarvan IVTop + Jungle · Difficulty: MediumPoppy pushes into walls and Jarvan knocks up and locks down with his R.
Renekton + EliseTop + Jungle · Difficulty: MediumElise stuns with her cocoon and Renekton finishes with his W: a kill in top from level 3.
Rengar + IvernTop + Jungle · Difficulty: Medium-HighIvern roots and Rengar leaps from the brush: a top gank that almost never fails.
Shen + NocturneTop + Jungle · Difficulty: Medium-HighShen teleports to Nocturne with a shield and Nocturne throws himself at a champion.Tips for playing these duos
- Top is the most isolated lane. A well-coordinated gank changes the lane. Pick windows where top already has an advantage.
- Use the walls. Pushes and knock-ups against terrain give extra control. Learn where they are.
- Mind the teleport advantage. If the enemy top has teleport, a gank without vision can end badly.
Best duos by lane
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Frequently asked questions
What makes a good top and jungle duo?
A jungler who can arrive with control that top takes advantage of, with both strong at the same levels. The best ganks can't be dodged.
How many ganks should you make on top?
As many as the lane allows: with a level and push advantage, the top gank is usually more reliable.
Which top + jungle duo is best for beginners?
Medium-difficulty ones with clear control. Check the combo on each guide.
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