Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 16 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Avg Place
4.41
1st Place
25.8%
Top 4
51.3%
Kennen TFT Stats
Set 16
Yordle
Defender
Ionia
3 CostSetSet 17
Matches115,344
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedAug 9, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Gain 600/700/900 (+
) Shield and summon storm of lightning. 6 waves of bolts hit enemies within, dealing 120/180/290 (+) magic damage over 3 seconds. The first 3 targets to be struck by 3 bolts are Stunned for 2 seconds. Multiple Stuns on the same enemy have 50% effectiveness.
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Kennen has a Very High contested risk with a 19.67% pick rate. This 3-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Kennen include Bruiser/Defender, Defender/Longshot, World Ender/Bruiser.
Flexible Role
This unit can be played as either carry or support depending on the comp
Kennen is flexible and can be played as either a carry or support depending on your team composition. If itemizing as carry, consider Ionic Spark, Protector's Vow and Bramble Vest.
Strategy Guide
Flex
Highly Contested
Prioritize BiS
Flexible
Roll Lvl 7
3-Cost
Good Value
Role
Kennen is flexible and can be itemized as a carry or played for utility depending on your comp.
Leveling
Roll at level 7 for optimal odds to find Kennen . Balance economy with rolling.
Items
Best-in-slot build is Ionic Spark, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage with a 64.5% top 4 rate (+13.3% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Defender/Longshot (89.9%), Bruiser/Defender (86.9%).
Contest Warning
Kennen has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Kennen is a flexible unit that fits into 12+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Kennen activates Yordle, Defender, Ionia. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.
Kennen performance analysis shows exceptional popularity (97th percentile) and average win rate (48th percentile). Kennen 's six key metrics: win rate (48th percentile), popularity (97th percentile), average placement (47th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).
When to Play Kennen
Kennen is a 3-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 51.3% win rate and 4.41 average placement. Kennen has a 19.7% pick rate in ranked games.
Strengths
- Solid 51.3% win rate indicates reliable performance
- Good 4.41 average placement for climbing
- Popular meta pick with 19.7% play rate
Weaknesses
- Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
- Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp
Strategic Tips
1
Economy Strategy
Balance economy and rolling to hit Kennen at the right timing.
2
Itemization
Kennen works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.
3
Team Synergy
Top builds pair Kennen with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.
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Kennen Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Kennen good in TFT Set 16?
What are the best items for Kennen in TFT?
The best items for Kennen in TFT Set 16 are Ionic Spark (60.8% win rate), Protector's Vow (59.7% win rate) and Bramble Vest (57.5% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Ionic Spark, Sunfire Cape and Spirit Visage, achieving a 64.5% top 4 rate. Visit the Kennen Build page for more item combinations and win rates.
What comps use Kennen in TFT Set 16?
The best team compositions featuring Kennen in TFT Set 16 are Defender/Longshot (89.9% win rate), Bruiser/Defender (86.9% win rate) and World Ender/Bruiser (84.3% win rate). Kennen is a flexible unit that fits into 12+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Kennen Comps page.
Is Kennen a carry or support in TFT?
Kennen is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 3-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Kennen your best items, ideally Ionic Spark, Sunfire Cape and Spirit Visage. Level up to find Kennen and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.
When should I roll for Kennen in TFT?
Kennen has the highest shop odds at level 7 with a 11.11% chance to appear in each shop slot. Balance your economy with rolling at level 7-8 to find copies of Kennen .
What traits does Kennen have in TFT Set 16?
Kennen has the Yordle, Defender and Ionia traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Kennen Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.
How does Kennen compare to other 3-cost units?
Is Kennen contested in TFT Set 16?
Kennen has a high pick rate of 19.67%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 16. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Kennen , and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.
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