Learn how top alliances strategically lower power before SvS matchmaking locks to get fairer matchups and stronger war chances in Lands of Jail.
Why This Strategy Matters in SvS
In competitive Server vs Server (SvS) battles in Lands of Jail, matchmaking can determine whether your server gets a balanced fight — or an impossible war.
Recently, experienced LOJ players confirmed an important mechanic:
SvS matchmaking mainly checks the Top 20 registered attendees before registration becomes final.
That means unnecessary power from:
- Hero EXP
- Robot Cores
can artificially inflate your matchmaking bracket.
For strategic alliances, this creates a huge opportunity.
What Is “Power Resetting” in LOJ?
Power resetting means temporarily lowering unnecessary power before SvS matchmaking locks.
Players do this by:
- Recovering Hero EXP
- Removing Robot Core investments
- Delaying non-essential upgrades
The goal is NOT becoming weaker.
- ✅ Smarter matchmaking
- ✅ Better enemy pairing
- ✅ More efficient resource usage
- ✅ Higher war competitiveness
Does Resetting Power Actually Work?
Based on community testing and competitive server experience:
YES — timing matters.
If resets are done before registration becomes final, the matchmaking system may calculate your alliance/server differently.
Many organized alliances now:
- Freeze upgrades before SvS
- Pause Hero EXP spending
- Delay Robot upgrades
- Coordinate server-wide preparation windows
Recommended Strategy
Avoid upgrading:
- Secondary robots
- Non-war builds
- Experimental robot setups
until matchmaking ends.
3. Power Armor Optimization
Players can also:
- Remove unnecessary armor investments
- Recover upgrade materials
- Redistribute Power Armor builds later
This is one of the most overlooked matchmaking optimizations in LOJ.
IMPORTANT — Timing Is Everything
You MUST reset BEFORE registration locks.
Once matchmaking becomes final:
- Your power snapshot is already counted
- Resetting afterward will NOT affect matchmaking
This is where many alliances fail.
Step-by-Step: How to Reset Hero Power in LOJ
- Open the Hero Menu
- Select training camp
- Open the Reset Option
- Reset Hero EXP materials
- Save resources until matchmaking finishes
Step-by-Step: How to Reset Robot Power
- Open the Power Armor Hangar
- Select your Robot or Armor setup
- Enter the Skills/Core section
- Remove unnecessary upgrades
- Recover resources for later reuse
Best SvS Preparation Strategy for Alliances
Before Matchmaking
- ❌ No Hero EXP spending
- ❌ No Robot Core upgrades
- ❌ No unnecessary power pushes
- ❌ No random troop inflation
After Matchmaking Locks
- ✅ Rebuild power
- ✅ Reinvest resources
- ✅ Upgrade strategically
- ✅ Prepare for real war performance
Lower Power Does NOT Mean Weak Server
Strong servers win because of:
- Coordination
- Rally timing
- Activity
- Strategy
- Joiner quality
- Communication
— not just raw power.
Some of the smartest LOJ servers intentionally manipulate visible power while preserving real combat efficiency.
Final Thoughts
Power resetting before SvS matchmaking has become one of the most effective competitive strategies in Lands of Jail.
When done correctly, it can:
- Improve matchmaking balance
- Protect your server from unfair fights
- Save valuable resources
- Increase long-term SvS performance
But remember:
Once registration locks, it’s already too late.