Shen Top struggles against Heimerdinger (49.4% win rate) based on 574 games. This matchup can be tricky for Shen players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Shen Top vs Heimerdinger Top in patch 15.17 (25.17), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 60.4% in this matchup.
Meta staple Shen (4.2% pick rate, 13th most popular out of 64 Top champions) rarely faces off-meta Heimerdinger (1.2% pick rate). However, even uncommon picks can cheese unprepared players, so basic matchup knowledge provides valuable insurance. Surprising upset: Despite Shen's higher tier rating, Heimerdinger wins 50.6% of encounters. This suggests Heimerdinger's kit specifically counters Shen's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Shield Bash combination (78.6% win rate) plus optimal itemization Titanic Hydra, Thornmail, Unending Despair, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 49.4% to 60.4% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Shen faces both matchup (49.44%) and farming disadvantages (5.30 vs 7.28/min). With a 1.98 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Heimerdinger leads in both matchup win rate (50.6%) and damage (877 vs 672/min). Shen must seek alternative win conditions through macro play and team coordination. Strong individual performance: Shen maintains better KDA (2.80, 1st place vs 51st for Heimerdinger), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Tier | A |
| 49.4% | Matchup Winrate | 50.6% |
| 51.66% | Role Winrate | 50.87% |
| #8 | Winrate Rank | #19 |
| 4.2% | Pickrate | 1.2% |
| 2.8 | Average KDA | 1.6 |
| 385 | Gold per Minute | 418 |
| 5.30 | CS/Min | 7.28 |
| 0.31 | Wards per Minute | 0.28 |
| 672 | Damage per Minute | 877 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Shen versus Heimerdinger matchup in the top lane, neither champion has an overwhelming advantage. The winner is determined by player skill and understanding the intricacies of the confrontation. Studying this guide will improve your chances of success.
Shen deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. Meanwhile, Heimerdinger deals primarily magic damage (91.53%), additional magic resistance may be required.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Heimerdinger, ranking 14th (versus 61st for Shen) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their lower KDA (1.6 versus 2.8) suggests they are less effective in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Shen player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Heimerdinger player, as the matchup requires a patient and calculated approach. Extended trades without clear tactical advantage often lead to unfavorable consequences, and ignoring opportunities to receive team support can be a fatal mistake for game progression.
Every 4s in combat, your next basic attack on a champion will:Deal bonus magic damage equ…
Whenever you gain a new shield, your next basic attack against a champion deal…
After taking damage from an enemy champion, heal for 4% of your missing health …
Gain 5% Heal and Shield Power.Heals and shields you cast or receive are 10% str…
Damaging champions with impaired movement or actions deals 10 - 45 bonus true d…
Your ultimate gains 6 Ability Haste, plus an additional 5 Ability Haste per Bou…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Every 4s in combat, your next basic attack on a champion will:Deal bonus magic damage equ…
Whenever you gain a new shield, your next basic attack against a champion deal…
After taking damage from an enemy champion, heal for 4% of your missing health …
Absorb life essence from monsters or enemy minions that die near you, permanent…
Deal 5% - 11% increased damage to champions while you are below 60% health. Max…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
