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Janna vs Bard SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Janna vs Bard

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use (Q) to deny Bard's engage angles and protect ADC from wall stuns near brush.
Control brush vision to prevent Bard's surprise (Q) stuns and enable safe ADC positioning.
Shield ADC's poke and disengage with (E) and (R) to counter Bard's roam and pick threat.

Trading pattern

Hold (Q) to interrupt Bard's engage or roam attempts, enabling safe ADC follow-up.
Shield ADC's key trades with (E) and use (W) slows only when safe to back off.
Deny Bard brush control to reduce his (Q) stun threat and force him into predictable paths.

Danger windows

(Q) near walls or brush creates high-risk stun angles threatening ADC access.
(R) can isolate or stall fights, forcing Janna to hold (R) for peel or reset.
Bard roaming after wave crash leaves ADC vulnerable; maintain vision and communicate roam timers.

Early game

Track level 2 closely to secure shield and disengage before Bard can land (Q) stuns.
Maintain wave state to prevent Bard from crashing and roaming safely with (E).
Use (Q) tornado to contest brush control and block Bard's hook angles early.

Power spikes

Level 2: Gain shield and knockup for stronger peel and disengage against Bard's early (Q) attempts.
Level 3: Full kit unlocks peel and poke, maximize brush control to punish Bard's cooldowns.
Level 6: Use (R) to reset fights and counter (R) stasis or pick attempts with ADC follow-up.

Win conditions

Convert brush control and (Q) threat into denied (Q) angles and safe ADC trades.
Use (R) with ADC follow-up to disrupt Bard's all-ins or disengage attempts.
Ward river and track Bard's roam paths to protect ADC and secure dragon setups.

Tip: For Janna vs Bard, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup