Jax vs Briar JUNGLE Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Jax vs Briar

Updated Jun 6, 2026

Overview

Focus on controlled jungle tempo to safely scale and avoid Briar's early high-pressure engages.
Prioritize side-lane pressure and extended duels after item spikes to leverage Jax's superior late-game dueling and splitpush potential.

Jungle Plan

Prioritize full clears and side Scuttle control to secure safer river access and tempo.
Track Briar's first clear and gank attempts to set up counter-ganks when lanes have priority.
Engage on dragon and Rift Herald only when vision and lane priority favor you to avoid Briar's lethal skirmishes.

Danger windows

Respect Briar's early invade attempts when isolated before your level 6 and item spikes.
Avoid isolated river fights without lane priority due to Briar's (Q) stun and (R) fear engage.
Be cautious during low-health clears or forced smite fights where Briar's clear speed and dueling can punish.

Early game

Full clear to level 4 before contesting Scuttle or river objectives to avoid early risk.
Avoid early invades without vision and lane priority to punish Briar's aggressive pathing.
Contest first Scuttle only with nearby lanes ready to counter-gank and mitigate Briar's sticky engage.

Power spikes

Level 6 grants (R) for extended fights; use (E) to block damage and trade when enemy cooldowns are down.
First dueling item spike boosts extended fight potential and side-lane pressure.
Two-item spike enhances splitpush threat; force side-lane fights to draw enemy resources.

Win conditions

Convert jungle tempo into side-lane pressure post-item spikes to force enemy responses and open objectives.
Use counter-ganks and vision control around dragon and Rift Herald to deny Briar's snowball.
Leverage superior dueling and scaling to dominate extended fights and secure map control through splitpush.