
Graves: Expert Jungle Guide with Matchups & Combos
A comprehensive guide to mastering Graves in the jungle, focusing on matchups, tactics, and synergies.

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Unfavorable Matchups:
- Rengar (43.4% WR)
- Zed (44.7% WR)
- Zyra (44.8% WR)
- Bel'Veth (46.1% WR)
- Xin Zhao (46.1% WR)
- Nunu & Willump (46.1% WR)
Favorable Matchups:
- Gragas (55.5% WR)
- Elise (55.3% WR)
- Talon (55.3% WR)
- Lillia (52.6% WR)
- Karthus (51.8% WR)
- Shaco (51.8% WR)
Best Duo Synergies:
- Zac (58.6% WR)
- Karma (57.6% WR)
- Singed (54.7% WR)
- Cho'Gath (54.7% WR)
- Swain (54.7% WR)
- Kled (54.4% WR)
Essential Tips and Tricks:
- Wall Positioning: When dueling, position Q toward walls for quick explosions and maximum damage
- Auto-Attack Animation Cancel: Use E to cancel auto-attack animations, but preserve it when you have 2 auto attacks available
- Mobility Mechanics: Both E and R can be used for chase or escape, including wall jumps
Combat Optimization:
- Maximize damage output by proper positioning near walls
- Utilize auto-attack resets effectively with E
- Master wall-jumping with E and R for enhanced mobility
When played correctly, Graves excels at counter-jungling and securing objectives while maintaining strong dueling potential throughout the game. His versatility allows for both aggressive plays and defensive positioning, making him a strong pick in various team compositions.