Earth Spirit + Juggernaut

Why this works

Setting up Blade Fury isn't always about a long stun. The more useful part of Earth Spirit's kit is often the kick, which can push an enemy hero back towards Juggernaut. This creates the space and angle for Blade Fury to connect for a good duration, separating a target from their creep wave or tower. The stun from Rolling Boulder can be a decent follow-up, but it's the initial repositioning that makes the lane pressure possible. It forces an opponent out of position, making them much more vulnerable than a simple stun would.

This lane pressure can create an early advantage for Juggernaut to farm. As the game goes on, Earth Spirit's control helps Juggernaut deal with mobile heroes that would otherwise kite Omnislash. A well-timed silence or stun can hold a key target in place long enough for the ultimate to do its work. However, the setup relies heavily on Earth Spirit landing his spells, and enemies with instant escapes or defensive items can still survive the attempt. This coordination isn't always easy to pull off, which keeps the pairing from being completely one-sided.