Marksman

Jinx

The Loose Cannon

About Jinx

Jinx, The Loose Cannon, is a powerful marksman champion in League of Legends who is mostly played in botlane of Summoner's Rift. First released on October 10, 2013 during Patch 3.12, Jinx has become known for their ranged playstyle and physical damage output.

With 15 unique skins available, Jinx offers plenty of customization options for players who enjoy this champion. Jinx 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, Jinx brings a unique set of abilities to League of Legends that makes them a great champ for any team comp.

Gameplay style

Jinx is primarily played as a marksman, leveraging their ranged combat style to dominate in botlane. Since their release in Patch 3.12, players have come up with a bunch of different strategies and builds to maximize Jinx's potential.

As a physical-focused champion who uses Mana to cast their abilities, Jinx requires players to carefully manage their resources while positioning effectively to deal maximum damage. The champion's design makes them particularly effective against targets at range, dealing consistent damage throughout extended fights. High DPS.

Jinx's story

An unhinged and impulsive criminal from the undercity, Jinx is haunted by the consequences of her past—but that doesn't stop her from bringing her own chaotic brand of pandemonium to Piltover and Zaun. She uses her arsenal of DIY weapons to devastating effect, unleashing torrents of colorful explosions and gunfire, inspiring the disenfranchised to rebellion and resistance with the mayhem she leaves in her wake.

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Official Champion Spotlight

See Jinx's abilities and gameplay in the official League of Legends Champion Spotlight.

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Learning Jinx

Whether you're just picking up Jinx or improving your skills, understanding the strengths and weaknesses of this marksman champion is crucial.

Champion strengths

  • Consistent damage output
  • Strong late-game scaling
  • Effective spacing tools
  • Good range for safety

Champion weaknesses

  • Weaker early game
  • Vulnerable to assassins
  • Reliant on positioning
  • Limited escape options

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

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