Jax vs Garen · Top lane matchup

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Core game plan

Garen's passive heal is too oppressive; if you lose a trade, he recovers, but you don't. You have to slowly wear him down with Grasp. Don't die early, or you'll snowball out of control.
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Strength by game time

Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights

4:6.

4:6.

5:5.

4:6.

6:4.

Avoid trading from levels 1-3, wait for GraspHarass with Grasp in lane, prevent passive healWatch out for Garen's ult execute at level 6Be cautious when splitting mid-game, avoid burstFlexible engages in teamfights, clear advantage
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Detailed breakdown

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