Sylas Top has trouble against Shen (46.9% win rate) based on 452 games. This is a tough matchup for Sylas players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Sylas Top vs Shen Top in patch 15.15 (25.15), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
While Sylas remains a niche pick (1.3% pick rate, 47th place out of 62 Top champions), Shen dominates the current meta top lane with 4.3% popularity. Mastering this matchup is crucial for Sylas players - you'll face Shen in the majority of your games. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Grasp of the Undying + Demolish combination (60.2% win rate) plus optimal itemization Riftmaker, Manamune, Zhonya's Hourglass, and Ionian Boots of Lucidity boosts your chances from 46.9% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Sylas faces both matchup (46.87%) and farming disadvantages (5.15 vs 6.25/min). With a 1.10 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Sylas outputs more damage (749 vs 602/min, 2nd place) but still loses the matchup. The issue likely lies in survivability, mobility, or damage timing rather than raw output. Complete dominance by Shen: leads in both matchup win rate (53.1%) and KDA (2.80 vs 1.90, 1st vs 24th place). Sylas players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
Difficult matchup requiring deep understanding of game mechanics and flawless execution. Patience and proper macro play are the keys to victory in this confrontation.
The magic damage that Sylas deals remains relevant in the late game. Look for opportunities to initiate or counter-initiate. Shen 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 Shen, ranking 46th (versus 60th for Sylas) in farming efficiency among champions in this role. This means the opponent can build gold advantages more quickly. Meanwhile, their higher KDA (2.8 versus 1.9) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Sylas player to avoid attempts to force trades and all-ins with the Shen 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.
Basic attacks or spells that deal damage to an enemy champion grant 2 stacks of Conqueror…
Damaging an enemy champion restores 6-50 (80% for ranged) mana or 6 energy.Take…
Gain 1.5 basic ability haste for every Legend stack (max 10 stacks).Earn progre…
Deal 5% - 11% increased damage to champions while you are below 60% health. Max…
After taking damage from an enemy champion, heal for 4% of your missing health …
Gain 6 - 12 (level scaling) Armor and Magic Resist when crowd controlled and fo…
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
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…
Charge up a powerful attack against a tower over 3s, while within 600 range of …
Gain 6 - 12 (level scaling) Armor and Magic Resist when crowd controlled and fo…
Damaging an enemy champion restores 6-50 (80% for ranged) mana or 6 energy.Take…
Gain 1.5 basic ability haste for every Legend stack (max 10 stacks).Earn progre…
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
