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
Shen
VS
Champion 2
Aatrox
vs

48.3%
Shen win rate vs Aatrox
Skill matchup — could go either way
812
Games Analyzed
48.3%
Shen WR
51.7%
Aatrox WR
-137
Avg Gold Diff @15
Shen
DamageMixed
StyleUtility
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesGrasp of the Undying / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Teleport
Aatrox
DamageAD
StyleSustained
RangeMelee
Difficulty***--
StrongMid game
RunesConqueror / Resolve
SummsFlash + Teleport
Power Spike Timeline
Aatrox
Level 3
Shen
Level 6
Aatrox
Level 6
Shen
1 item
Aatrox
1 item
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
Shen deals Mixed damage while Aatrox deals AD. 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.
Shen Win Condition
Global R shield, taunt engage, protect carries
Aatrox Win Condition
Win lane through sustain and snowball teamfights with ult
Recommended Items
Shen
Heartsteel
Core
Build every game

Thornmail
Core
Build every game

Spirit Visage
Core
Build every game

Plated Steelcaps
Defensive
Armor boots vs Aatrox's AD damage

Bramble Vest
Counter
Grievous wounds + armor vs Aatrox's sustain/autos

Executioner's Calling
Counter
Grievous wounds to cut healing
Aatrox

Eclipse
Core
Build every game

Black Cleaver
Core
Build every game

Serylda's Grudge
Core
Build every game
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Aatrox's Worst Matchups
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