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
Vayne
vs

47.5%
Shen win rate vs Vayne
Vayne has the edge
1,450
Games Analyzed
47.5%
Shen WR
52.5%
Vayne WR
-198
Avg Gold Diff @15
Shen
DamageMixed
StyleUtility
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesGrasp of the Undying / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Teleport
Vayne
DamageAD
StyleSustained
RangeRanged
Difficulty****-
StrongLate game
RunesLethal Tempo / Resolve
SummsFlash + Heal
Power Spike Timeline
Shen
Level 6
Vayne
Level 6
Shen
1 item
Vayne
BORK
Shen
Teamfights
Vayne
3 items
How to Play This Matchup
Power Curve
Shen is strongest mid game while Vayne peaks late game. Play around your power window.
Mixed Resistances
Shen deals Mixed damage while Vayne deals AD. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Range Advantage
Vayne has range advantage. Shen should look for short trades when Vayne 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
Vayne Win Condition
Scale, shred tanks with W true damage, kite with R+Q
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 Vayne's AD damage

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

Blade of the Ruined King
Core
Build every game

Guinsoo's Rageblade
Core
Build every game

Wit's End
Core
Build every game
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