Nidalee & Nautilus Synergy

Nidalee Jungle and Nautilus Support win 48.8% of 1,856 Low Elo games together, +0.9 points vs expected, 2-patch window 26.19-26.20.

Researched on LoL patch 26.20. Tips are written to hold at any rank; stats come from Low Elo ranked games up to patch 26.20.

Why this duo works

Nautilus can start a pick with Dredge Line and his passive root, giving Nidalee a controlled target for Javelin Toss before she follows in cougar form. Nidalee players specifically recommend waiting for Nautilus's Q plus auto attack before throwing the spear.

Measured in High Elo: this duo wins 2.2pp more often than expected over 3,281 games.

Playing the duo

Nautilus can pull a target with Dredge Line(Q) and root them with his passive attack, giving Nidalee a more reliable Javelin Toss(Q) follow-up.

How to play as Nidalee

Wait for Nautilus to connect Dredge Line and land his passive root before throwing Javelin Toss; then follow the hit with your cougar combo instead of fishing for a spear before his engage.

How to play as Nautilus

When Nidalee is ready to follow, land Dredge Line or Depth Charge first so she can aim her spear at a controlled target; do not force her to fish for a hit before you engage.

Sources

These notes come from r/NidaleeMains, checked against the champions' abilities.