Jarvan IV vs Fiddlesticks JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

Back to matchup selector

Champion

Opponent

RoleGenerate matchup

Jarvan IV

VS

Jungle

Fiddlesticks

Jarvan IV vs Fiddlesticks

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Use Jarvan IV's strong early gank pressure to punish Fiddlesticks' slow early clear and low invade resistance.
Control river vision and Scuttle Crabs to deny Fiddlesticks safe pathing and delay his level 6 power spike.

Jungle Plan

Path to lanes with setup or overextended targets to force early flashes and convert into repeated ganks.
Use early gank tempo to secure first dragon or Rift Herald instead of full clears.
Track Fiddlesticks' pathing and be ready to counter-gank his post-6 ambushes by controlling vision around objectives and river entrances.

Danger windows

Avoid invading or fighting when (E)+(Q) is on cooldown, as your engage and escape options are severely limited.
Be cautious contesting river fights or objectives without lane priority, as Fiddlesticks can capitalize on your isolation.
Watch for forced smite fights near objectives where Fiddlesticks' ultimate can lock down multiple targets and turn engagements.

Early game

Start with a three-camp clear focused on lanes with crowd control or immobile carries to maximize early gank impact.
Contest first Scuttle only if nearby lanes have priority to support potential fights.
Avoid extended river fights before level 6 unless you have (E)+(Q) ready and lane priority to counter-gank Fiddlesticks' weak early dueling.

Power spikes

At level 2-3, use (E)+(Q) to engage from fog and force early summoner spells on immobile targets.
At level 6, leverage (R) to trap Fiddlesticks or his laners in terrain for guaranteed lockdown and objective control.
Respect Fiddlesticks' level 6 (R) as it enables surprise ambushes and forces vision denial around objectives.

Win conditions

Convert early gank pressure and flash cooldowns into lane leads and secure dragons or Rift Herald with your reliable engage.
Use (R) to trap Fiddlesticks during objective fights, denying his smite or forcing him out.
Maintain river and jungle vision to track Fiddlesticks' movements and counter-gank effectively, denying him safe farm and scaling.