Patch 26.9 Data
Champion Matchups
Pick two champions and see who wins. Win rates, counters, and tips powered by live ranked data.
Champion 1
Gnar
VS
Champion 2
Shen
vs

49.5%
Gnar win rate vs Shen
Skill matchup — could go either way
503
Games Analyzed
49.5%
Gnar WR
50.5%
Shen WR
-40
Avg Gold Diff @15
Gnar
DamageAD
StylePoke
RangeRanged
Difficulty***--
StrongMid game
RunesFleet Footwork / Resolve
SummsFlash + Teleport
Shen
DamageMixed
StyleUtility
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesGrasp of the Undying / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Teleport
Power Spike Timeline
Gnar
Level 6
Shen
Level 6
Gnar
1 item
Shen
1 item
Gnar
Mega Gnar
Shen
Teamfights
How to Play This Matchup
Mid-Game Showdown
Both champions spike around the same time. The player who gets their first item faster wins. Focus on CS leads and smart trades to build an advantage before the mid-game.
Mixed Resistances
Gnar deals AD damage while Shen deals Mixed. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Range Advantage
Gnar has range advantage. Shen should look for short trades when Gnar uses abilities on the wave. Freeze near your tower and wait for jungle help or an all-in window.
Exploit Gnar's Weakness
Gnar's main weakness: Mega timing, all-in when mini, predictable. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Gnar Win Condition
Poke in mini, engage in Mega with R
Shen Win Condition
Global R shield, taunt engage, protect carries
Recommended Items
Gnar

Trinity Force
Core
Build every game
Frozen Mallet
Core
Build every game

Randuin's Omen
Core
Build every game
Shen
Heartsteel
Core
Build every game

Thornmail
Core
Build every game

Spirit Visage
Core
Build every game

Plated Steelcaps
Defensive
Armor boots vs Gnar's AD damage
Gnar's Worst Matchups
Shen's Worst Matchups
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