Guide to jungle pathing in League of Legends Season 13

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The ever-evolving jungle role in League of Legends has once again received several significant changes as of pre-season 2023. Riot Games has changed the scuttle crab and monster health and has introduced jungle pets, all of which have contributed towards altering the way the jungle role is played.

These changes have made a significant impact on jungle pathing as well. Hence, this article provides a brief guide regarding the most optimal jungle pathing for pre-season 2023 and, thereby, season 13.

One of the most significant improvements that the jungle role has received as of season 13 is that it is much more accessible to many players. It is a much easier role to understand now than it was previously. Apart from that, it is less punishing as jungle invasions have been significantly nerfed.

One of the critical facets that differentiate the jungle role in League of Legends season 13 from the others is the associated champion pool. As of pre-season 2023, almost every champion can become a jungler.

However, League of Legends players should still be wary that just because a champion can be played as a jungler does not mean they are the most optimal option. In other words, clearing speed is extraordinarily vital, and certain champions are pretty slow.

A champion who can clear the jungle quickly will always have an advantage regarding setting up for objectives, ganking lanes, and obtaining the scuttle crab. In any case, this aspect of clearing speed will be referred to quite a few times in the upcoming sections.

One of the most optimal routes that League of Legends players generally take when it comes to the jungle is going for a full clear. League of Legends players would often start with the raptors, proceed over the red buff,