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
Jarvan IV
VS
Champion 2
Shen
vs

48.5%
Jarvan IV win rate vs Shen
Skill matchup — could go either way
136
Games Analyzed
48.5%
Jarvan IV WR
51.5%
Shen WR
-117
Avg Gold Diff @15
Jarvan IV
DamageAD
StyleAll-in
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongEarly game
RunesConqueror / Resolve
SummsFlash + Smite
Shen
DamageMixed
StyleUtility
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesGrasp of the Undying / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Teleport
Power Spike Timeline
Jarvan IV
Level 2
Jarvan IV
Level 6
Shen
Level 6
Jarvan IV
1 item
Shen
1 item
Shen
Teamfights
How to Play This Matchup
Power Curve
Jarvan IV is strongest early game while Shen peaks mid game. Play around your power window.
Mixed Resistances
Jarvan IV deals AD damage while Shen deals Mixed. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Exploit Jarvan IV's Weakness
Jarvan IV's main weakness: R traps allies too, falls off, squishy if damage build. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Jarvan IV Win Condition
E+Q combo gank, R traps carries, flag aura
Shen Win Condition
Global R shield, taunt engage, protect carries
Recommended Items
Jarvan IV

Eclipse
Core
Build every game

Black Cleaver
Core
Build every game

Sterak's Gage
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 Jarvan IV's AD damage
Jarvan IV's Worst Matchups
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