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
Skarner
VS
Champion 2
Kindred
vs

46.3%
Skarner win rate vs Kindred
Kindred has the edge
218
Games Analyzed
46.3%
Skarner WR
53.7%
Kindred WR
-293
Avg Gold Diff @15
Skarner
DamageMixed
StyleAll-in
RangeMelee
Difficulty**---
StrongMid game
RunesAftershock / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Smite
Kindred
DamageAD
StyleSustained
RangeRanged
Difficulty***--
StrongMid game
RunesPress the Attack / Inspiration
SummsFlash + Smite
Power Spike Timeline
Skarner
Level 3
Kindred
Level 3
Skarner
Level 6
Skarner
1 item
Kindred
4 marks
Kindred
2 items
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
Skarner deals Mixed damage while Kindred deals AD. Build resistances accordingly  don't stack the wrong type.
Range Advantage
Kindred has range advantage. Skarner should look for short trades when Kindred uses abilities on the wave. Freeze near your tower and wait for jungle help or an all-in window.
Exploit Skarner's Weakness
Skarner's main weakness: Kiting, QSS removes R, slow without E. Play around this to maximize your advantage.
Skarner Win Condition
R suppress and drag carry into team, tanky engage
Kindred Win Condition
Stack marks for range, R saves team, kite in fights
Recommended Items
Skarner
Iceborn Gauntlet
Core
Build every game

Thornmail
Core
Build every game

Dead Man's Plate
Core
Build every game

Plated Steelcaps
Defensive
Armor boots vs Kindred's AD damage

Bramble Vest
Counter
Grievous wounds + armor vs Kindred's sustain/autos
Kindred
Kraken Slayer
Core
Build every game

Collector
Core
Build every game

Infinity Edge
Core
Build every game
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