Gwen - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
50.6%
Pick Rate
2.1%

Gwenvs Shaco

BFighter
Patch26.13
Matches9,048,502
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 15, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Gwen vs Shaco is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Shaco wins with a 58.3% win rate (+16.7%) over Gwen based on 12 games. Shaco holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Gwen build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Gwen vs Shaco matchup.

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Gwen Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Gwen performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.

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Gwen - 41.7% win rate in this matchup
Gwen
41.7% WR
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Shaco vs Gwen matchup - 58.3% win rate
Shaco
58.3% WR

Who Wins the Gwen vs Shaco Matchup?

Shaco wins the Gwen vs Shaco matchup
Winner
Shaco
Matches: 12
41.7%
Win Rate
58.3%
1.4
CS / min
0.9
697
DMG / min
745
12,947
Gold / game
11,791
511
Heal / min
275
939
DMG Mitigated / min
460
0.3
CC / min
0.9
40.0%
Early Game WR
60.0%
42.9%
Late Game WR
57.1%

Gwen vs Shaco Matchup Summary

The Gwen vs Shaco matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 12 recent matches analyzed, Shaco wins with a 58.3% win rate compared to Gwen's 41.7%, giving Shaco a 16.7 percentage point advantage. Shaco dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Gwen players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in crowd control, where Shaco leads by 0.5s CC/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Shaco has a strong advantage in this matchup. Gwen players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Shaco overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Gwen vs Shaco Laning Phase Breakdown

Gwen wins the laning phase against Shaco in League of Legends

Gwen is favored during the laning phase against Shaco, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Gwen holds advantages in farming, gold income and sustain, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
1.4Gwen
0.9Shaco
Gwen edges out Shaco by 0.5 CS per minute — a moderate farming advantage that adds up to roughly 8 CS over a 15-minute laning phase. This translates to earlier component purchases and slightly faster power spikes for Gwen.
Damage
697Gwen
745Shaco
Shaco deals 48 more champion damage per minute than Gwen. While noticeable in extended trades, this gap can be offset by Gwen choosing favorable fight windows, such as engaging when Shaco's key abilities are on cooldown or trading immediately after dodging a skillshot.
Economy
12,947Gwen
11,791Shaco
Gwen generates a commanding 1,156 more gold per game than Shaco. This substantial economic advantage means Gwen consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Shaco should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
0.3Gwen
0.9Shaco
Shaco provides 0.5 seconds more crowd control per minute than Gwen, offering better gank setup potential and slightly more team fight utility. This CC advantage helps Shaco coordinate with their jungler and control the pace of skirmishes.
Sustain
1,450Gwen
735Shaco
Gwen vastly out-sustains Shaco, healing and mitigating 715 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Gwen can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Shaco is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Shaco, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Gwen Build Against Shaco

Sorcerer's Shoes is the optimal boots choice against Shaco, providing the mobility and stats Gwen needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Gwen against Shaco are Shadowflame, Void Staff and Malignance. This combination gives Gwen an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Gwen vs Shaco matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Shaco
60.0%
+20.0% advantage
Gwen early game win rateGwen40.0%
Shaco early game win rateShaco60.0%
Late Game
Shaco
57.1%
+14.3% advantage
Gwen late game win rateGwen42.9%
Shaco late game win rateShaco57.1%

Shaco dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 60.0% win rate — a 20.0 percentage point lead over Gwen. This lopsided early game means Shaco can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.

Shaco is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 57.1% win rate — 14.3 points above Gwen. Extended games heavily favor Shaco, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

Shaco holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Gwen players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Gwen Runes Against Shaco

Precision rune tree - Gwen primary runes vs ShacoPrecision
Conqueror - best Gwen rune vs ShacoTriumph - best Gwen rune vs ShacoLegend: Alacrity - best Gwen rune vs ShacoLast Stand - best Gwen rune vs Shaco
Inspiration rune tree - Gwen secondary runes vs ShacoInspiration
Approach Velocity - best Gwen rune vs ShacoMagical Footwear - best Gwen rune vs Shaco
100.0% WR

The Precision and Inspiration rune setup gives Gwen the best tools to compete against Shaco in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.


Gwen matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. The table below shows Gwen's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Gwen build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Gwen matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.13
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
41.18%346.680712,19643.8%38.9%
51.61%316.776312,53835.7%64.7%
60.00%304.279312,52961.5%58.8%
33.33%276.490311,86237.5%27.3%
54.17%245.991512,02344.4%60.0%
41.67%244.688212,09718.2%61.5%
47.83%235.585112,58555.6%42.9%
36.36%226.31,00811,97850.0%28.6%
45.45%225.088312,28630.0%58.3%
40.91%226.11,24012,36544.4%38.5%
28.57%216.994212,04914.3%35.7%
52.38%216.91,05211,92345.5%60.0%
42.86%216.91,05512,49437.5%46.1%
40.00%203.568911,59133.3%50.0%
50.00%206.467910,50644.4%54.5%
55.00%206.384410,25150.0%60.0%
63.16%196.21,10913,20750.0%72.7%
50.00%185.657810,25237.5%60.0%
50.00%182.067112,19850.0%50.0%
58.82%176.61,02513,12437.5%77.8%
52.94%176.084511,87750.0%57.1%
56.25%165.693112,27766.7%50.0%
56.25%166.698013,236100.0%30.0%
53.33%156.26579,92954.5%50.0%
50.00%141.464512,56042.9%57.1%
57.14%145.984313,97933.3%75.0%
64.29%141.693715,71750.0%70.0%
38.46%132.364513,53060.0%25.0%
38.46%133.388810,57457.1%16.7%
53.85%136.382312,00157.1%50.0%
41.67%121.469712,94740.0%42.9%
41.67%127.190811,15137.5%50.0%
58.33%121.972513,98725.0%75.0%
36.36%116.58768,90833.3%40.0%
63.64%112.880211,31742.9%100.0%
63.64%116.792213,04057.1%75.0%
45.45%115.91,12813,59020.0%66.7%
54.55%115.789914,28466.7%50.0%
45.45%113.558310,99544.4%50.0%
70.00%106.595111,83480.0%60.0%
60.00%106.182912,40950.0%75.0%
77.78%97.094010,80875.0%80.0%
33.33%91.777213,48920.0%50.0%
44.44%96.51,22013,73933.3%50.0%
37.50%86.764212,47733.3%40.0%
75.00%86.067013,696100.0%66.7%
62.50%87.187413,32075.0%50.0%
25.00%87.292212,43720.0%33.3%
37.50%83.475513,50566.7%20.0%
25.00%82.267313,06133.3%20.0%
12.50%85.74808,2490.0%33.3%
62.50%82.377512,40960.0%66.7%
37.50%83.381313,36166.7%20.0%
28.57%71.875214,25850.0%20.0%
42.86%74.367112,59250.0%40.0%
50.00%64.31,03614,63033.3%66.7%
33.33%66.21,02313,1060.0%50.0%
83.33%65.174611,825100.0%75.0%
33.33%65.273014,9600.0%50.0%
66.67%66.31,10710,04666.7%66.7%
66.67%60.874614,06566.7%66.7%
33.33%65.586512,34350.0%25.0%
40.00%56.71,10317,864100.0%25.0%
20.00%55.98558,6220.0%100.0%
80.00%56.592715,006100.0%66.7%
60.00%57.585212,65750.0%100.0%
80.00%51.999311,20166.7%100.0%
60.00%57.385514,00350.0%66.7%
40.00%55.985813,2480.0%66.7%
80.00%57.01,04216,935100.0%75.0%

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Gwen vs Shaco - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Gwen do against Shaco in League of Legends?

Shaco wins the Gwen vs Shaco matchup with a 58.3% win rate compared to Gwen's 41.7%, a 16.7 percentage point difference. This data is based on 12 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.

How does Gwen do against Shaco in the early game?

In the early game, Shaco has the advantage against Gwen with a 60.0% win rate versus 40.0%. Shaco players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Gwen do against Shaco in the late game?

In the late game, Shaco takes over the Gwen vs Shaco matchup with a 57.1% win rate compared to 42.9%. Shaco scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Gwen vs Shaco matchup?

Shaco wins the matchup against Gwen with a 58.3% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 16.7 percentage point advantage means Shaco is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 12 games analyzed.

What is the best Gwen build against Shaco?

The best Gwen build against Shaco includes Shadowflame, Void Staff, Malignance with Sorcerer's Shoes. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Gwen runes against Shaco?

The best Gwen runes against Shaco use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Gwen vs Shaco matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Gwen counter Shaco?

No, Gwen struggles against Shaco with only a 41.7% win rate. Shaco has the advantage in this matchup. Gwen players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Shaco's lead.

How do I play Gwen against Shaco?

When playing Gwen against Shaco, play cautiously and avoid Shaco's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Shaco has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.