Patch 26.9 Data
Champion Matchups
Pick two champions and see who wins. Win rates, counters, and tips powered by live ranked data.
Champion 1
Hecarim
VS
Champion 2
Nocturne
vs

51.0%
Hecarim win rate vs Nocturne
Skill matchup — could go either way
1,209
Games Analyzed
51.0%
Hecarim WR
49.0%
Nocturne WR
+76
Avg Gold Diff @15
Hecarim
DamageAD
StyleAll-in
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesConqueror / Inspiration
SummsGhost + Smite
Nocturne
DamageAD
StyleAll-in
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesLethal Tempo / Resolve
SummsFlash + Smite
Power Spike Timeline
Hecarim
Level 3
Hecarim
Level 6
Nocturne
Level 6
Hecarim
1 item
Nocturne
1 item
Nocturne
2 items
How to Play This Matchup
Mid-Game Showdown
Both champions spike around the same time. The player who gets their first item faster wins. Focus on CS leads and smart trades to build an advantage before the mid-game.
Armor Rush
Both champions deal physical damage. Whoever builds armor first (Plated Steelcaps, Bramble Vest) gets a huge advantage in trades.
Mirror Playstyle
Both champions play a all-in style. The one with better execution and itemization wins. Focus on spacing and cooldown tracking.
Exploit Nocturne's Weakness
Nocturne's main weakness: Hard CC, grouped enemies, falls off late. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Hecarim Win Condition
Speed charge ganks, R fear engage, run down squishies
Nocturne Win Condition
R darkness denies vision, dive backline, fear with E
Ghost Threat
Hecarim runs Ghost  they can run you down in extended chases. Respect their movement speed and don't overstay in trades.
Recommended Items
Hecarim

Trinity Force
Core
Build every game

Death's Dance
Core
Build every game

Sterak's Gage
Core
Build every game

Plated Steelcaps
Defensive
Armor boots vs Nocturne's AD damage
Nocturne

Stridebreaker
Core
Build every game

Black Cleaver
Core
Build every game

Death's Dance
Core
Build every game

Plated Steelcaps
Defensive
Armor boots vs Hecarim's AD damage
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