Kayn - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.8%
Pick Rate
5.3%

Kaynthe Shadow Reaper

CFighterAssassin
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

A peerless practitioner of lethal shadow magic, Shieda Kayn battles to achieve his true destiny—to one day lead the Order of Shadow into a new era of Ionian supremacy. He wields the sentient darkin weapon Rhaast, undeterred by its creeping corruption of his body and mind. There are only two possible outcomes: either Kayn bends the weapon to his will... or the malevolent blade consumes him completely, paving the way for the destruction of all Runeterra.

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Patch 26.11 Kayn Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.1050.18%
Patch 26.1149.80%
-0.37%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.100.00%
Patch 26.110.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Kayn's optimal setup in League of Legends. Kayn's top build includes Immortal Path, Voltaic Cyclosword, Axiom Arc, using Dark Harvest, Sudden Impact, Grisly Mementos for maximum effectiveness. Kayn performs well against Nunu, Rengar, Lillia but struggles against Rammus, Diana, Shyvana.

Kayn's base statistics in League of Legends. Kayn has 655 base health, 68 attack damage, 38 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Kayn's stats is crucial for maximizing Kayn's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Kayn's stats against other champions to see how Kayn ranks.

  • Kayn ability powerAP:0+0/lvl
  • Kayn attack damageAD:68+0/lvl
  • Kayn attack speedAS:0+2.7/lvl
  • Kayn critical strike chanceCrit %:0%+0%/lvl
  • Kayn manaMana:410+50/lvl
  • Kayn mana regenMana Regen:11+0.95/lvl
  • Kayn healthHealth:655+103/lvl
  • Kayn health regenHealth Regen:8+0.75/lvl
  • Kayn armorArmor:38+4.5/lvl
  • Kayn magic resistanceMR:32+2.05/lvl
  • Kayn movement speedSpeed:340
  • Kayn attack rangeAttack Range:175
Compare Against Other Champions

Kayn ranks in the 30.2 percentile for early game strength, 68.6 percentile for late game scaling, 47.5 percentile for objective control, 55.8 percentile for support strength, 19.8 percentile for creep farming, and 44.2 percentile for damage output.

Kayn demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 2.5% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Kayn may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Kayn achieves a 54.2% win rate, which gradually declines to 51.7% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Kayn's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (54.2%), Bronze (47.8%), Silver (49.1%), Gold (52.1%), Platinum (49.6%)) suggests that while Kayn can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Kayn's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Kayn is unviable at higher ranks - rather, it requires more sophisticated strategies, better macro play, and careful matchup selection. Players at higher elos should focus on understanding when to pick Kayn, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Kayn at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.

Champions similar to Kayn include Aatrox, Ambessa, Elise. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Kayn in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Kayn, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.

When to Pick Kayn

Kayn is a C tier champion with a 49.84% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. Similar champions include Aatrox, Ambessa, Elise. Kayn struggles against Rammus and Diana.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Nunu & Willump and Rengar
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 87.5% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Rammus (38.5% enemy WR)
  • Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
  • Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
  • Can be punished by coordinated team play

Strategic Tips

1

Optimal Matchups

Pick Kayn into favorable matchups like Nunu & Willump where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2

Rune Selection

Use the optimal Domination + Inspiration rune setup for a 87.5% win rate.

3

Power Spikes

Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.

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Kayn Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Kayn in League of Legends?

Kayn is currently C tier in League of Legends patch 26.11. Kayn ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Kayn's win rate?

Kayn has a 49.84% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Kayn's overall performance in ranked games.

Which champions are similar to Kayn?

Champions similar to Kayn include Aatrox, Ambessa, and Elise. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Kayn in League of Legends.

How does Kayn perform during different match durations?

Kayn's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Kayn's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Kayn's performance at different game lengths.