Shen Top struggles against Warwick (48.9% win rate) based on 500 games. This matchup can be tricky for Shen players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Shen Top vs Warwick 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 61.6% in this matchup.
Shen dominates the meta (13th most popular, 4.2% pick rate) and regularly clashes with Warwick (2.2% pick rate). Understanding this common matchup forms the foundation of consistent gameplay for one of top lane's current powerhouses. Identical tiers, different outcomes: Despite matching S-tier ratings, Shen struggles with only 48.9% win rate. Warwick'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 (60.4% win rate) plus optimal itemization Heartsteel, Titanic Hydra, Unending Despair, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 48.9% to 61.6% - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Shen faces both matchup (48.92%) and farming disadvantages (5.30 vs 6.82/min). With a 1.52 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Outclassed across the board: Warwick leads in both matchup win rate (51.1%) and damage (835 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 39th for Warwick), but loses the matchup overall. High KDA without wins suggests difficulty translating individual advantages into victory conditions.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| S | Tier | S |
| 48.9% | Matchup Winrate | 51.1% |
| 51.66% | Role Winrate | 52.15% |
| #8 | Winrate Rank | #3 |
| 4.2% | Pickrate | 2.2% |
| 2.8 | Average KDA | 1.8 |
| 385 | Gold per Minute | 430 |
| 5.30 | CS/Min | 6.82 |
| 0.31 | Wards per Minute | 0.30 |
| 672 | Damage per Minute | 835 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Shen versus Warwick 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. Warwick has mixed damage, be careful as it may be harder to defend if the opponent gets ahead or plays aggressively.
Consider the farming superiority demonstrated by Warwick, ranking 30th (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 (1.8 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 Warwick 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 …
Gain 5% Heal and Shield Power.Heals and shields you cast or receive are 10% str…
Your Ultimate has 12% increased damage, healing, and shielding. (AoE damage is …
Gain bonuses upon reaching the following levels:Level 5: +5 Ability Haste Level…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
+2% Move Speed
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
