Jax Grandmaster at Arms
Unmatched in both his skill with unique armaments and his biting sarcasm, Jax is the last known weapons master of Icathia. After his homeland was laid low by its own hubris in unleashing the Void, Jax and his kind vowed to protect what little remained. As magic now rises in the world, this slumbering threat stirs once more, and Jax roams Valoran, wielding the last light of Icathia and testing all warriors he meets to see if any are strong enough to stand beside him...
Relentless Assault
Jax's consecutive basic attacks continuously increase his Attack Speed.
Leap Strike
Jax leaps toward a unit. If they are an enemy, he strikes them with his weapon.
Cost:- 65
Cooldown:- 8/
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Range:- 700
Empower
Jax charges his weapon with energy, causing his next attack to deal additional damage.
Cost:- 30
Cooldown:- 7/
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Range:- 300
Counter Strike
Jax's combat prowess allows him to dodge all incoming attacks for a short duration and then quickly counterattack, stunning all surrounding enemies.
Cost:- 50/
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Cooldown:- 17/
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Range:- 300
Grandmaster-at-Arms
Every third consecutive attack deals additional Magic Damage. Additionally, Jax can activate this ability to deal damage around himself and strengthen his resolve, increasing his Armor and Magic Resist for a short duration.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 110/
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Range:- 260
- Fighter
Patch 26.1 Jax Changes
Quick overview of Jax's optimal setup in League of Legends. Jax's top build includes Chainlaced Crushers, Sundered Sky, Zhonya's Hourglass, using Lethal Tempo, Presence of Mind, Legend: Alacrity for maximum effectiveness. Jax performs well against Jayce, Volibear, MasterYi but struggles against Malphite, DrMundo, Amumu.
- Jax's Top Build
- Jax's Best Runes
- Jax's Top Matchups
- Jax's Counters
Jax's base statistics in League of Legends. Jax has 650 base health, 68 attack damage, 36 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Jax's stats is crucial for maximizing Jax's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Jax's stats against other champions to see how Jax ranks.
AP:0
AD:68(4.25 per level)
AS:0(3.4 per level)
Crit Chance:0%
Mana:339(52 per level)
Mana Regen:8(0.7 per level)
Health:650(103 per level)
Health Regen:8(0.55 per level)
Armor:36(4.2 per level)
MR:32(2.05 per level)
Speed:350
Attack Range:125(125 per level)
Jax Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Jax Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 52.26% win rate in 15 minute games, while performing lowest at 47.41% in 20 minute games. Understanding Jax Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Jax's performance across key metrics in League of Legends. Early Game: 55.2%, Late Game: 59.9%, Objective Control: 82.4%, Supportive Strength: 53.6%, Creep Farming: 41.3%, Damage: 36.0%. These percentile rankings show how Jax compares to other champions in each category.
Jax maintains relatively consistent performance across different skill tiers in League of Legends, with win rates remaining stable from Iron (52.1%) to Diamond (51.7%). This stability, with only a 0.4% variance, indicates that Jax has a balanced skill floor and ceiling. The champion's effectiveness doesn't drastically change based on player skill level, suggesting that Jax's core strengths are accessible to players across all ranks while still offering depth for experienced players. Performance data across tiers (Iron (52.1%), Bronze (51.0%), Silver (50.6%), Gold (46.9%), Platinum (51.0%)) shows that Jax provides value regardless of whether you're learning the champion or have mastered the mechanics. This consistency makes Jax a reliable pick for players at any skill level. Both new and veteran players can find success by focusing on fundamental gameplay principles such as proper positioning, ability timing, and decision-making. While mechanical skill helps optimize Jax's performance, the champion's stable win rate across ranks demonstrates that game knowledge and smart play are equally important. Players can confidently pick Jax knowing that the champion's viability isn't heavily dependent on reaching higher skill tiers, though continued practice and improvement will naturally enhance your effectiveness.
When to Pick Jax
Strengths
- Solid win rate (50.2%) shows reliable performance
- Strong matchups against Jayce and Volibear
- Optimal rune setup achieves 68.8% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Malphite (32.2% enemy WR)
- Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
- Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Pick Jax into favorable matchups like Jayce where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Use the optimal $Precision + $Inspiration rune setup for a $68.8% win rate.
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
Jax Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Jax in League of Legends?
Jax is currently B tier in League of Legends patch 26.1. Jax ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Jax's win rate?
Jax has a 50.2% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.1. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Jax's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Jax?
Champions similar to Jax include Naafiri, Volibear, and Yone. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Jax in League of Legends.
How does Jax perform during different match durations?
Jax's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Jax's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Jax's performance at different game lengths.