Jax Jungle counters Jarvan IV hard (44.8% win rate) based on 571 games. This matchup is really difficult for Jarvan IV players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Jarvan IV Jungle vs Jax Jungle in patch 15.15 (25.15), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 61.1% in this matchup.
Meta staple Jarvan IV (8.3% pick rate, 4th most popular out of 54 Jungle champions) rarely faces off-meta Jax (1.7% pick rate). However, even uncommon picks can cheese unprepared players, so basic matchup knowledge provides valuable insurance. Surprising upset: Despite Jarvan IV's higher tier rating, Jax wins 55.2% of encounters. This suggests Jax's kit specifically counters Jarvan IV's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Conqueror + Triumph combination (46.5% win rate) plus optimal itemization Eclipse, Sundered Sky, Black Cleaver, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 44.8% to 61.1% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Jarvan IV faces both matchup (44.78%) and farming disadvantages (5.68 vs 5.96/min). With a 0.28 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Jax leads in both matchup win rate (55.2%) and damage (659 vs 604/min). Jarvan IV must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Jarvan IV maintains better KDA (3.40, 2nd place vs 47th for Jax), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S+ | Tier | A+ |
| 44.8% | Matchup Winrate | 55.2% |
| 51.59% | Role Winrate | 51.37% |
| #6 | Winrate Rank | #9 |
| 8.3% | Pickrate | 1.7% |
| 3.4 | Average KDA | 2.4 |
| 419 | Gold per Minute | 448 |
| 5.68 | CS/Min | 5.96 |
| 0.17 | Wards per Minute | 0.30 |
| 604 | Damage per Minute | 659 |
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Except for rare builds, Jarvan IV deals physical damage. Focus on eliminating enemy carries. Jax has mixed damage, be careful as it may be harder to defend if the opponent gets ahead or plays aggressively.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Jax, ranking 27th (versus 36th for Jarvan IV) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (2.4 versus 3.4) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Jarvan IV player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Jax player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
Basic attacks or spells that deal damage to an enemy champion grant 2 stacks of Conqueror…
Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Gain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (max 10 sta…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
You get free Slightly Magical Footwear at 12 min, but you cannot buy boots befo…
+18 Summoner Spell Haste+10 Item Haste
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Basic attacks or spells that deal damage to an enemy champion grant 2 stacks of Conqueror…
Takedowns restore 5% of your missing health, 2.5% of your max health, and grant…
Gain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (max 10 sta…
Deal 8% more damage to champions who have less than 40% health.
You get free Slightly Magical Footwear at 12 min, but you cannot buy boots befo…
+18 Summoner Spell Haste+10 Item Haste
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
