Maokai & Caitlyn vs Jhin & Nautilus
Bot Lane MatchupMaokai vs Jhin (with Caitlyn & Nautilus) BOT matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- Pre-6: Favorable due to your sustain and Caitlyn's range advantage negating most of Jhin+Nautilus's engage potential.
- Post-6: Still good but respect Nautilus R into Jhin R combo - your R and W can counter but positioning is crucial.
Synergy & Trading
- Use Q knockback to interrupt Nautilus hooks or all-ins, then follow with W root if they commit.
- Let Caitlyn poke freely while you provide sustain and disengage tools.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Roam sparingly since Caitlyn needs protection from Nautilus hooks - only roam when you have deep wards and Caitlyn is safely positioned.
- Best windows are after forcing enemy recalls.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste W aggressively for trades when Nautilus hook is available for follow-up.
- Avoid face-checking brushes where Nautilus might be hiding since your W has travel time.
Created on 02/13/2026
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