Sett Top counters Shen hard (45.6% win rate) based on 1188 games. This matchup is really difficult for Shen players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Shen Top vs Sett 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 72.8% in this matchup.
Current meta showdown: Shen (4.2% pick rate, 13th most popular out of 64 Top champions) versus Sett (7.5%, 3rd place). These two top lane titans clash constantly, making matchup mastery a decisive factor in your climb. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching S-tier ratings, Shen struggles with only 45.6% win rate. Sett's mechanics prove more effective in this particular confrontation. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Shield Bash combination (57.5% win rate) plus optimal itemization Heartsteel, Titanic Hydra, Unending Despair, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 45.6% to 72.8% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Shen faces both matchup (45.61%) and farming disadvantages (5.30 vs 6.85/min). With a 1.55 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Sett leads in both matchup win rate (54.4%) and damage (819 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 47th for Sett), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
Shen deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. Sett deals mainly physical damage (76.81%), additional items against this damage type may be required against snowballing or aggressive play.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Sett, ranking 27th (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 (1.7 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 Sett 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.
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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…
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