Kayn Abilities
Kayn's abilities include Reaping Slash, Blade's Reach, Shadow Step, Umbral Trespass, The Darkin Scythe. Learn how to use Kayn's Passive, Q, W, E, and R abilities effectively in League of Legends patch 26.1.
The Darkin Scythe
Kayn wields an ancient weapon and fights Rhaast, the darkin within it, for control. Either the Darkin will triumph, or Kayn will master Rhaast and become the Shadow Assassin.
Darkin: Heal for a percentage of spell damage dealt to champions.
Shadow Assassin: For the first few seconds in combat with enemy champions, deal bonus damage.
Reaping Slash
Kayn dashes, then slashes. Both deal damage.
Cost:- 40
Cooldown:- 7/
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Range:- 350
Blade's Reach
Kayn damages and slows targets in a line.
Cost:- 40/
- 45/
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- 60
Cooldown:- 13/
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- 9
Range:- 700
Shadow Step
Kayn can walk through terrain.
Cost:- 90
Cooldown:- 21/
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- 13
Range:- 400
Umbral Trespass
Kayn hides in an enemy's body, dealing massive damage when he bursts out.
Cost:- 100
Cooldown:- 120/
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- 80
Range:- 550
- Fighter,
- Assassin
The Darkin Scythe
Darkin: Heal for a percentage of spell damage dealt to champions.
Shadow Assassin: For the first few seconds in combat with enemy champions, deal bonus damage.
Kayn Abilities - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kayn's passive ability?
Kayn's passive ability is The Darkin Scythe. Kayn wields an ancient weapon and fights Rhaast, the darkin within it, for control. Either the <font color='#fe5c50'>Darkin</font> will triumph, or Kayn will master Rhaast and become the <font color='#8484fb'>Shadow Assassin</font>.<br><br><font color='#fe5c50'>Darkin:</font> Heal for a percentage of spell damage dealt to champions.<br><br><font color='#8484fb'>Shadow Assassin:</font> For the first few seconds in combat with enemy champions, deal bonus damage.
What is Kayn's Q ability?
Kayn's Q ability is Reaping Slash. Kayn dashes, then slashes. Both deal damage.
What is Kayn's ultimate ability?
Kayn's ultimate (R) is Umbral Trespass. Kayn hides in an enemy's body, dealing massive damage when he bursts out.
How do I use Kayn's abilities effectively?
To use Kayn's abilities effectively, understand the synergy between each skill. Practice ability combos, manage cooldowns wisely, and learn when to engage or disengage in fights. Watch the ability videos to see how each skill looks in action and understand their range and effects.