Warwick Top struggles against Shen (49.2% win rate) based on 500 games. This matchup can be tricky for Warwick players.
View detailed statistics below: items, runes, and counter builds for Warwick Top vs Shen Top in patch 15.23 (25.23), including win rates and pick rates. With proper study, this can improve your chances of victory up to 70%+ in this matchup.
Warwick with 1.2% pick rate (48th place among Top champions) rarely faces Shen, who maintains 3.4% popularity. While this matchup isn't common overall, Shen's solid presence in the meta makes understanding it worthwhile when you do play Warwick. Surprising upset: Despite Warwick's higher tier rating, Shen wins 50.8% of encounters. This suggests Shen's kit specifically counters Warwick's playstyle, overriding general meta strength - approach this matchup with extra caution. Every edge matters: In this tough matchup, the proven Lethal Tempo + Presence of Mind combination (51.3% win rate) plus optimal itemization Blade of The Ruined King, Stridebreaker, Terminus, and Plated Steelcaps boosts your chances from 49.2% to 70%+ - potentially game-changing.
Survive and scale: Warwick faces both matchup (49.19%) and farming disadvantages (5.49 vs 6.01/min). With a 0.52 CS/min deficit, prioritize safe farming and jungle assistance. Damage doesn't equal wins: Warwick outputs more damage (751 vs 669/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 (50.8%) and KDA (2.80 vs 1.80, 1st vs 38th place). Warwick players need exceptional preparation to overcome this counter-pick.
| Versus | |
|---|---|---|
| A+ | Tier | B+ |
| 49.2% | Matchup Winrate | 50.8% |
| 51.92% | Role Winrate | 50.04% |
| #7 | Winrate Rank | #33 |
| 1.2% | Pickrate | 3.4% |
| 1.8 | Average KDA | 2.8 |
| 415 | Gold per Minute | 379 |
| 5.49 | CS/Min | 6.01 |
| 0.26 | Wards per Minute | 0.29 |
| 751 | Damage per Minute | 669 |
Despite the slight difference in effectiveness, in the Warwick versus Shen 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.
Warwick deals mixed damage - the opponent has fewer options for defense. 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 50th (versus 60th for Warwick) 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 1.8) suggests they participate more effectively in team fights.
In this difficult confrontation, it is critically important for the Warwick 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.
Attacking an enemy champion grants you [6% Melee || 4% Ranged] Attack Speed for 6 seconds…
Damaging an enemy champion restores 6-50 (80% for ranged) mana or 6 energy.Take…
Gain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (max 10 sta…
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 5% Heal and Shield Power.Heals and shields you cast or receive are 10% str…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
Attacking an enemy champion grants you [6% Melee || 4% Ranged] Attack Speed for 6 seconds…
Damaging an enemy champion restores 6-50 (80% for ranged) mana or 6 energy.Take…
Gain 3% attack speed plus an additional 1.5% for every Legend stack (max 10 sta…
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 5% Heal and Shield Power.Heals and shields you cast or receive are 10% str…
Increases attack speed by 10%
Grants 9 Attack Damage or 9 Ability Power
Increases health from 10 to 180 HP across levels 1-18
