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Jarvan IV

The Exemplar of Demacia

About Jarvan IV

Jarvan IV, The Exemplar of Demacia, is a powerful diver, fighter, and tank champion in League of Legends who is mostly played in jungle of Summoner's Rift. First released on March 1, 2011 during Patch 1.0.0.112, Jarvan IV has become known for their melee playstyle and physical damage output.

With 15 unique skins available, Jarvan IV offers plenty of customization options for players who enjoy this champion. Jarvan IV has a ton of skins to choose from, so players can really customize their experience with this champion.

As a champion who uses Mana as their resource, Jarvan IV brings a unique set of abilities to League of Legends that makes them a great champ for any team comp.

Gameplay style

Jarvan IV is primarily played as a diver/fighter/tank, leveraging their melee combat style to dominate in jungle. Since their release in Patch 1.0.0.112, players have come up with a bunch of different strategies and builds to maximize Jarvan IV's potential.

As a physical-focused champion who uses Mana to cast their abilities, Jarvan IV requires players to carefully manage their resources while positioning effectively to deal maximum damage. The champion's design makes them particularly effective against opponents by absorbing damage and disrupting enemy formations with CC.

Jarvan IV's story

Prince Jarvan, scion of the Lightshield dynasty, is heir apparent to the throne of Demacia. Raised to be a paragon of his nation's greatest virtues, he is forced to balance the heavy expectations placed upon him with his own desire to fight on the front lines. Jarvan inspires his troops with his fearsome courage and selfless determination, raising his family's colors high and revealing his true strength as a future leader of his people.

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Official Champion Spotlight

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Learning Jarvan IV

Whether you're just picking up Jarvan IV or improving your skills, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of this diver, fighter, and tank champion is crucial.

Champion strengths

  • Good balance of damage and durability
  • Impressive durability
  • Strong dueling potential
  • Strong crowd control abilities

Champion weaknesses

  • Can be kited by ranged champions
  • Limited damage output
  • May struggle against true tanks
  • Can be kited by other champions

Jarvan IV currently costs 1575 BE or 790 RP, making them reasonably priced for players building a champion pool. Players looking to master Jarvan IV should spend time learning their unique mechanics and optimal build paths for different matchups.

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