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
Thresh
vs

47.2%
Shen win rate vs Thresh
Thresh has the edge
265
Games Analyzed
47.2%
Shen WR
52.8%
Thresh WR
-226
Avg Gold Diff @15
Shen
DamageMixed
StyleUtility
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesGrasp of the Undying / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Teleport
Thresh
DamageAD
StyleUtility
RangeRanged
Difficulty***--
StrongAll game
RunesAftershock / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Ignite
Power Spike Timeline
Thresh
Level 2
Shen
Level 6
Thresh
Level 6
Thresh
Mobility Boots
Shen
1 item
Shen
Teamfights
How to Play This Matchup
Power Curve
Shen is strongest mid game while Thresh peaks all game. Play around your power window.
Mixed Resistances
Shen deals Mixed damage while Thresh deals AD. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Mirror Playstyle
Both champions play a utility style. The one with better execution and itemization wins. Focus on spacing and cooldown tracking.
Range Advantage
Thresh has range advantage. Shen should look for short trades when Thresh uses abilities on the wave. Freeze near your tower and wait for jungle help or an all-in window.
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
Thresh Win Condition
Hook picks, lantern saves, flay peel, box zone control
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 Thresh's AD damage
Thresh

Locket of the Iron Solari
Core
Build every game

Knight's Vow
Core
Build every game

Zeke's Convergence
Core
Build every game
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