Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 16 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Jarvan IV TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.64
1st Place
17.0%
Top 4
48.4%
Pick Rate
8.3%

Jarvan IVTFT Stats

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Gain 350/425/500 (+ap) Shield for 4 seconds. Grant all allies 0/0/1 (+ap) Attack Speed for 4 seconds.
Jarvan IV has a High contested risk with a 8.32% pick rate. This 1-cost unit is highly likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Jarvan IV include Defender/Demacia.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 100% of team compositions, Jarvan IV is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 1-cost unit, Jarvan IV is easy to 3-star for enhanced utility.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Roll Lvl 5
1-Cost
Good Value
Role
Jarvan IV is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Consider 3-starring Jarvan IV by slow rolling at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Defender/Demacia (90.7%), Defender/Demacia (89.4%).
Contest Warning
Jarvan IV has a contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Jarvan IV is a flexible unit that fits into 4+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Jarvan IV activates Demacia, Defender. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 16 Jarvan IV Stats

  • Jarvan IV health Health:700
  • Jarvan IV mana Mana:100
  • Jarvan IV armor Armor:40
  • Jarvan IV magic resistance MR:40
  • Jarvan IV attack damage AD:55
  • Jarvan IV attack speed AS:0.60
  • Jarvan IV attack range Attack Range:1
  • Jarvan IV critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Jarvan IV performance analysis shows strong popularity (60th percentile) and below average win rate (32th percentile). Jarvan IV's six key metrics: win rate (32th percentile), popularity (60th percentile), average placement (31th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Jarvan IV

Jarvan IV is a 1-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 48.4% win rate and 4.64 average placement. Jarvan IV has a 8.3% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Low 1-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes
  • Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions

Weaknesses

  • Low-cost unit falls off without 3-star upgrade
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Consider 3-starring Jarvan IV if given early pairs.

2

Itemization

Jarvan IV works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Jarvan IV with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Jarvan IV Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jarvan IV good in TFT Set 16?

Jarvan IV is currently a A-tier champion with a 48.38% win rate and 4.64 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Jarvan IV a strong pick that ranks 5th among 14 1-cost champions. Jarvan IV activates the Demacia and Defender traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Jarvan IV in TFT?

The best items for Jarvan IV in TFT Set 16 are Steadfast Heart (53.0% win rate), Thief's Gloves (50.6% win rate) and Warmog's Armor (47.1% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape and Warmog's Armor, achieving a 48.9% top 4 rate. Visit the Jarvan IV Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Jarvan IV in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Jarvan IV in TFT Set 16 are Defender/Demacia (90.7% win rate), Defender/Demacia (89.4% win rate) and Defender/Demacia (68.6% win rate). Jarvan IV is a flexible unit that fits into 4+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Jarvan IV Comps page.

Is Jarvan IV a carry or support in TFT?

Jarvan IV is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 1-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Jarvan IV your best items, ideally Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape and Warmog's Armor. Consider 3-starring Jarvan IV by slow rolling at level 5 for maximum damage output.

When should I roll for Jarvan IV in TFT?

Jarvan IV has the highest shop odds at level 1 with a 35.71% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 1-cost unit, consider slow rolling at level 5 if you want to 3-star Jarvan IV.

What traits does Jarvan IV have in TFT Set 16?

Jarvan IV has the Demacia and Defender traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Jarvan IV Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Jarvan IV compare to other 1-cost units?

Jarvan IV ranks 5th out of 14 1-cost champions in win rate (48.38%) in TFT Set 16. With a 8.32% pick rate and 4.64 average placement, Jarvan IV is a solid 1-cost option. Similar 1-cost alternatives include Briar, Shen and Kog'Maw.

Is Jarvan IV contested in TFT Set 16?

Jarvan IV has a moderate pick rate of 8.32% in TFT Set 16. While not the most contested unit, you may occasionally compete with other players for Jarvan IV. Scout your lobby to assess the competition.