Kaynthe Shadow Reaper
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.
Patch 26.14 Kayn Changes
Quick overview of Kayn's optimal setup in League of Legends. Kayn's top build includes Ionian Boots of Lucidity, Voltaic Cyclosword, Hubris, using Fleet Footwork, Triumph, Legend: Haste for maximum effectiveness. Kayn performs well against Evelynn, Jax, LeeSin but struggles against Nocturne, Graves, 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.
AP:0+0/lvl
AD:68+0/lvl
AS:0+2.7/lvl
Crit %:0%+0%/lvl
Mana:410+50/lvl
Mana Regen:11+0.95/lvl
Health:655+103/lvl
Health Regen:8+0.75/lvl
Armor:38+4.5/lvl
MR:32+2.05/lvl
Speed:340
Attack Range:175
Kayn ranks in the 57.2 percentile for early game strength, 54.3 percentile for late game scaling, 49.9 percentile for objective control, 55.8 percentile for support strength, 21.4 percentile for creep farming, and 48.0 percentile for damage output.
Kayn exhibits a notable skill ceiling, with win rates increasing as player skill level rises across ranked tiers. Analysis of Kayn's performance shows a 22.5% win rate difference between Iron and Diamond tiers, indicating that Kayn rewards mechanical mastery and game knowledge. In lower tiers like Iron (44.1% win rate), players may struggle to execute Kayn's full potential due to the champion's technical demands. However, as players climb to higher tiers such as Diamond (66.7% win rate), Kayn's win rate improves significantly. This upward trend across ranks demonstrates that Kayn has a high skill ceiling and benefits greatly from experienced players who understand optimal ability usage, trading patterns, and macro decision-making. Players looking to master Kayn should focus on mechanical practice, studying high-level gameplay, and understanding matchup-specific strategies. The data across tiers (Iron (44.1%), Bronze (44.0%), Silver (54.0%), Gold (55.7%), Platinum (50.0%)) clearly shows that investing time to learn Kayn's intricacies pays dividends at higher levels of play, making Kayn an excellent choice for dedicated players seeking a rewarding champion to master.
Kayn Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Kayn Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 56.68% win rate in 30 minute games, while performing lowest at 36.54% in 50+ minute games. Understanding Kayn Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
When to Pick Kayn
Strengths
- Solid win rate (50.4%) shows reliable performance
- Strong matchups against Evelynn and Jax
- Optimal rune setup achieves 75.0% win rate
- Strong early game presence for snowballing leads
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Nocturne (35.6% enemy WR)
- Falls off in extended games if lead isn't secured
- Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Optimal Matchups
Pick Kayn into favorable matchups like Evelynn where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Rune Selection
Use the optimal Precision + Inspiration rune setup for a 75.0% win rate.
Power Spikes
Kayn spikes early - look for aggressive plays and objectives in the first 20 minutes.
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Kayn Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Kayn in League of Legends?
Kayn is currently B tier in League of Legends patch 26.14. Kayn ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Kayn's win rate?
Kayn has a 50.4% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. 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, Akali, and Gnar. 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.