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.
Shen TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.70
1st Place
18.5%
Top 4
46.8%
Pick Rate
10.8%

ShenTFT Stats

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Grant 250/325/425 (+ap) Shield to this unit and a nearby damaged ally for 4 seconds.
OverviewBuildEmblemsTraitsCompsTiers
Shen has a Very High contested risk with a 10.82% pick rate. This 1-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Shen include Bruiser/Defender, World Ender/Bruiser.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 100% of team compositions, Shen is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 1-cost unit, Shen is easy to 3-star for enhanced utility.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Roll Lvl 5
1-Cost
Average
Role
Shen is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Consider 3-starring Shen by slow rolling at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Bruiser/Caretaker (91.9%), Bruiser/Caretaker (86.4%).
Contest Warning
Shen has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Shen is a flexible unit that fits into 7+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Shen activates Bruiser, Ionia. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 16 Shen Stats

  • Shen health Health:717
  • Shen mana Mana:90
  • Shen armor Armor:40
  • Shen magic resistance MR:40
  • Shen attack damage AD:65
  • Shen attack speed AS:0.65
  • Shen attack range Attack Range:1
  • Shen critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Shen performance analysis shows strong popularity (78th percentile) and below average win rate (27th percentile). Shen's six key metrics: win rate (27th percentile), popularity (78th percentile), average placement (24th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Shen

Shen is a 1-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 46.8% win rate and 4.70 average placement. Shen has a 10.8% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Low 1-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes
  • Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions

Weaknesses

  • Below average 46.8% win rate requires optimal conditions
  • Low-cost unit falls off without 3-star upgrade

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Consider 3-starring Shen if given early pairs.

2

Itemization

Shen works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Shen with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Shen Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Shen good in TFT Set 16?

Shen is currently a B-tier champion with a 46.83% win rate and 4.70 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Shen a viable pick that ranks 8th among 14 1-cost champions. Shen activates the Bruiser and Ionia traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Shen in TFT?

The best items for Shen in TFT Set 16 are Evenshroud (50.6% win rate), Protector's Vow (50.0% win rate) and Thief's Gloves (48.9% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage and Warmog's Armor, achieving a 49.0% top 4 rate. Visit the Shen Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Shen in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Shen in TFT Set 16 are Bruiser/Caretaker (91.9% win rate), Bruiser/Caretaker (86.4% win rate) and World Ender/Bruiser (84.3% win rate). Shen is a flexible unit that fits into 7+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Shen Comps page.

Is Shen a carry or support in TFT?

Shen is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 1-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Shen your best items, ideally Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage and Warmog's Armor. Consider 3-starring Shen by slow rolling at level 5 for maximum damage output.

When should I roll for Shen in TFT?

Shen has the highest shop odds at level 1 with a 35.71% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 1-cost unit, consider slow rolling at level 5 if you want to 3-star Shen.

What traits does Shen have in TFT Set 16?

Shen has the Bruiser and Ionia traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Shen Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Shen compare to other 1-cost units?

Shen ranks 8th out of 14 1-cost champions in win rate (46.83%) in TFT Set 16. With a 10.82% pick rate and 4.70 average placement, Shen is a situational 1-cost option. Similar 1-cost alternatives include Briar, Jarvan IV and Kog'Maw.

Is Shen contested in TFT Set 16?

Shen has a high pick rate of 10.82%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 16. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Shen, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.

See Also

Shen BuildShen CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items