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
Kayn
VS
Champion 2
Shen
vs

51.8%
Kayn win rate vs Shen
Skill matchup — could go either way
166
Games Analyzed
51.8%
Kayn WR
48.2%
Shen WR
+144
Avg Gold Diff @15
Kayn
DamageAD
StyleBurst
RangeMelee
Difficulty***--
StrongMid game
RunesConqueror / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Smite
Shen
DamageMixed
StyleUtility
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesGrasp of the Undying / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Teleport
Power Spike Timeline
Kayn
Level 6
Shen
Level 6
Kayn
1 item
Shen
1 item
Kayn
Form transform
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
Kayn deals AD damage while Shen deals Mixed. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Exploit Shen's Weakness
Shen's main weakness: Waveclear, splitpushers while R down, poke. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Kayn Win Condition
Transform into assassin or drain tank, wall walk ganks
Shen Win Condition
Global R shield, taunt engage, protect carries
Recommended Items
Kayn

Eclipse
Core
Build every game

Black Cleaver
Core
Build every game

Death's Dance
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 Kayn's AD damage

Death's Dance
Defensive
Bleed passive reduces burst, heal on takedown
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