A gank is a coordinated surprise attack on an enemy champion, typically executed by the jungler or a roaming teammate entering a lane they do not normally occupy. The goal of a gank is to secure a kill, force valuable summoner spells, or push the opponent out of lane so your ally can gain a meaningful advantage. Effective ganks rely on timing, lane setup, and reading how the wave is positioned.
Successful ganks generate map pressure by creating openings for early objectives or advantageous resets. They are most effective when combined with strong lane control, such as a well maintained Freeze that forces the enemy to overextend. At higher levels of play, both teams track jungle movement using Vision tools and react accordingly. Good players also adapt their Pathing and rotations to anticipate when and where a gank is likely to occur, turning what should be a surprise into a manageable threat.
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