GAREN

THE MIGHT OF DEMACIA

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Informations about the champion Garen:

Title: The Might of Demacia

Real Name: Garen Crownguard

Pronouns: He/Him

Release Date: April 27, 2010

Primary: Fighter

Secondary: Tank

Role: Top

Region of Garen is: Demacia.

LORE OF GAREN

Born into the noble Crownguard family, along with his younger sister Lux, Garen knew from an early age that he would be expected to defend the throne of Demacia with his life. His father, Pieter, was a decorated military officer, while his aunt Tianna was Sword-Captain of the elite Dauntless Vanguard—and both were recognized and greatly respected by King Jarvan III. It was assumed that Garen would eventually come to serve the king’s son in the same manner.

The kingdom of Demacia had risen from the ashes of the Rune Wars, and the centuries afterward were plagued with further conflict and strife. One of Garen’s uncles, a ranger-knight in the Demacian military, told young Garen and Lux his tales of venturing outside the kingdom’s walls to protect its people from the dangers of the world beyond.

He warned them that, one day, something would undoubtedly end this time of relative peace—whether it be rogue mages, creatures of the abyss, or some other unimaginable horror yet to come.

As if to confirm those fears, their uncle was killed in the line of duty by a mage, before Garen turned eleven. Garen saw the pain this brought to his family, and the fear in his young sister’s eyes. He knew then, for certain, that magic was the first and greatest peril that Demacia faced, and he vowed never to let it within their walls. Only by following their founding ideals, and by displaying their unshakeable pride, could the kingdom be kept safe.

At the age of twelve, Garen left the Crownguard home in High Silvermere to join the military. As a squire, his days and nights were consumed by training and the study of war, honing his body and mind into a weapon as strong and true as Demacian steel. It was then that he first met young Jarvan IV—the prince who, as king, he would one day serve—among the other recruits, and the two became inseparable.

In the years that followed, Garen earned his place in the shieldwall as a warrior of Demacia, and quickly gained a fearsome reputation on the battlefield. By the time he was eighteen, he had served with honor in campaigns along the Freljordian borders, played a key role in purging fetid cultists from the Silent Forest, and fought alongside the valiant defenders of Whiterock.

King Jarvan III himself summoned Garen’s battalion back to the Great City of Demacia, honoring them before the royal court in the Hall of Valor. Tianna Crownguard, recently elevated to the role of High Marshal, singled out her nephew in particular, and recommended him for the trials necessary to join the ranks of the Dauntless Vanguard.

Garen returned home in preparation, and was greeted warmly by Lux and his parents, as well as the common people living on his family’s estate. Though he was pleased to see his sister growing into an intelligent, capable young woman, something about her had changed. He had noticed it whenever he visited, but now Garen wrestled with a real and gnawing suspicion that Lux possessed magical powers… though he never let himself entertain the idea for long. The thought of a Crownguard being capable of the same forbidden sorceries that had slain their uncle was too unbearable to confront.

Naturally, through courage and skill, Garen won his place among the Vanguard. With his proud family and his good friend the prince looking on, he took his oaths before the throne.

Lux and her mother spent much more time in the capital, in service to the king as well as the humble order of the Illuminators—yet Garen tried to keep his distance as much as possible. Though he loved his sister more than anything else in the world, some small part of him had a hard time getting close to her, and he tried not to think about what he would be forced to do if his suspicions were ever confirmed. Instead, he threw himself into his new duties, fighting and training twice as hard as he had before.

When the new Sword-Captain of the Dauntless Vanguard fell in battle, Garen found himself put forward for command by his fellow warriors, and the nomination was unopposed.

To this day, he stands resolute in the defense of his homeland, against all foes. Far more than Demacia's most formidable soldier, he is the very embodiment of all the greatest and most noble ideals upon which it was founded.

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FUN FACTS ABOUT GAREN

1. First Champion Designed for Beginners: Garen was intentionally designed as an easy-to-play champion for beginners. His straightforward kit, which consists of simple abilities and mechanics, makes him an excellent choice for new players learning the game. Despite this simplicity, skilled players can still find success with Garen through effective positioning and decision-making.

2. Inspired by Medieval Knights: Garen's character design and theme draw inspiration from medieval knights and warriors. His armor, sword, and overall appearance reflect this theme, emphasizing his role as a noble warrior of Demacia. His sense of justice and duty align with the ideals of chivalry commonly associated with medieval knights.

3. Voiced by Adam Harrington: Garen is voiced by Adam Harrington, a voice actor known for his work in various video games and animations. Harrington's portrayal of Garen captures the character's stoic demeanor and sense of duty, bringing the Might of Demacia to life with his commanding voice.

4. Part of the "Dreadknight" Skin Line: Garen has a skin called "Dreadknight Garen," which is part of the "Dreadknight" skin line in League of Legends. This skin line features champions with dark and sinister themes, often associated with evil or corruption. Dreadknight Garen's appearance is darker and more menacing than his default skin, reflecting this theme.

5. Has a Spinoff Game: Garen is one of the champions featured in "Demacia Vice Garen: Neon Strike," a spinoff game released by Riot Games. In this arcade-style game, players control Garen as he battles against enemies in a neon-lit, futuristic version of Demacia. The game features classic beat 'em up gameplay mechanics and serves as a fun homage to Garen's character.

ABILITIES OF GAREN

Passive - PERSEVERANCE

If Garen has not recently been struck by damage or enemy abilities, he regenerates a percentage of his total health each second.

Q - DECISIVE STRIKE

Garen gains a burst of Move Speed, breaking free of all slows affecting him. His next attack strikes a vital area of his foe, dealing bonus damage and silencing them.

W - COURAGE

Garen passively increases his armor and magic resist by killing enemies. He may also activate this ability to give him a shield and tenacity for a brief moment followed by a lesser amount of damage reduction for a longer duration.

E - JUDGMENT

Garen rapidly spins his sword around his body, dealing physical damage to nearby enemies.

R - DEMACIAN JUSTICE

Garen calls upon the might of Demacia to attempt to execute an enemy champion.

GAREN ABILITIES COMBOS

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1. Harass Combo:

- Use Decisive Strike (Q) to quickly close the gap on your opponent.

- Follow up with Judgment (E) to spin and deal damage while applying a movement speed reduction to your target.

- Finish with a basic attack to trigger the bonus damage from Decisive Strike's (Q) silence.

2. All-In Combo:

- Activate Courage (W) to gain a shield and reduce incoming damage.

- Use Decisive Strike (Q) to silence your opponent and gain increased movement speed.

- Follow up with Judgment (E) to deal damage over time with your spinning attacks.

- Finally, use Demacian Justice (R) to execute your opponent when they are low enough on health.

3. Waveclear Combo:

- Position yourself in the center of a minion wave.

- Use Judgment (E) to spin and deal damage to all nearby minions.

- Finish off any remaining minions with basic attacks or Demacian Justice (R) if necessary.

4. Engage Combo:

- Activate Courage (W) to gain a shield and reduce incoming damage.

- Use Decisive Strike (Q) to charge at your target and silence them.

- Follow up with Judgment (E) to deal damage and apply a movement speed reduction, making it difficult for your opponent to escape.

- Use Demacian Justice (R) to execute your target if they are low enough on health.

5. Disengage Combo:

- If you're being chased, use Judgment (E) to spin and deal damage to enemies around you.

- Activate Courage (W) to gain a shield and reduce incoming damage.

- Use Decisive Strike (Q) to silence the nearest enemy champion, reducing their ability to chase you.

- If necessary, use Flash or Ghost to create further distance between yourself and your pursuers.

BUILD OF GAREN

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RUNES OF GAREN

TIPS ON HOW TO PLAY WITH GAREN

1. Understand Your Limits: While Garen is a durable champion with strong sustain, he still has weaknesses, especially against ranged and high-damage opponents. Understanding your champion's strengths and weaknesses is crucial in high elo. Avoid overextending in lane or taking unnecessary risks that could lead to you being punished by your opponent or ganked by the enemy jungler.

2. Master Your Wave Management: Proper wave management is essential for success in high elo. Learn how to manipulate minion waves to your advantage by freezing, slow pushing, or fast pushing as needed. Proper wave management can create opportunities for safe farming, deny your opponent CS, and set up favorable trades or all-ins.

3. Utilize Teleport Efficiently: Teleport is a powerful summoner spell that allows you to exert pressure across the map and join teamfights or skirmishes. Use Teleport strategically to influence other lanes, secure objectives, or turn the tide of fights. Keep track of cooldowns and map vision to identify opportunities to teleport and make impactful plays.

4. Maximize Your Map Awareness: High elo games are often decided by macro-level decision-making and map awareness. Keep a close eye on the minimap at all times, paying attention to enemy movements, vision control, and objective timers. Communicate with your team through pings or chat to coordinate plays, rotations, and objective control.

5. Adapt Your Build and Playstyle: While Garen's core build typically revolves around tankiness and damage, it's essential to adapt your build and playstyle to each game's unique circumstances. Pay attention to the enemy team composition, itemization, and win conditions, and adjust your build accordingly. Consider items like Black Cleaver, Sterak's Gage, or Spirit Visage to enhance your survivability or damage output based on the situation.

TIPS FOR COUNTERING GAREN

1. Poke from Range: Garen struggles against champions who can harass him from range, especially in the laning phase. Pick champions with ranged abilities or long-range auto-attacks to consistently poke Garen down and deny him farm. Champions like Teemo, Jayce, or Kennen can harass Garen safely from a distance and make it difficult for him to engage.

2. Kite and Disengage: Garen relies on his Decisive Strike (Q) to close the gap and engage on enemies. Utilize crowd control abilities, slows, or dashes to kite Garen and keep him at bay. Champions with built-in disengage tools, such as Janna's Howling Gale or Vayne's Condemn, can effectively peel Garen away from their carries and mitigate his threat in teamfights.

3. Build Armor Penetration: Garen's kit provides him with armor shred and percentage-based damage with his Judgment (E). However, stacking armor penetration items can negate his armor shred and reduce the effectiveness of his damage output. Items like Last Whisper, Black Cleaver, or Mortal Reminder can help counter Garen's tankiness and make him easier to deal with in fights.

4. Play Around His Cooldowns: Garen's abilities have relatively long cooldowns, especially his Decisive Strike (Q) and Courage (W). Abuse these cooldowns to your advantage by engaging on Garen when his key abilities are on cooldown. Look for windows of opportunity to trade with him when he can't effectively retaliate or mitigate damage with his W shield.

5. Coordinate Ganks and Focus on CC: Garen lacks reliable crowd control and mobility tools outside of his movement speed buff from Decisive Strike (Q). Coordinate with your jungler to set up ganks and punish Garen's lack of mobility with crowd control effects. Lock him down with stuns, slows, or roots to prevent him from escaping or retaliating, making him an easy target for elimination.

6. Outscale Him: While Garen can be a lane bully in the early game, he falls off in the late game compared to many other top laners. Focus on farming and scaling into the late game with champions who outscale Garen or have stronger teamfight presence. Champions like Nasus, Jax, or Fiora can become formidable threats in the late game and outduel Garen in splitpush or teamfight scenarios.