Shen

Shen Abilities

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Shen C tier

Shen's abilities include Twilight Assault, Spirit's Refuge, Shadow Dash, Stand United, Ki Barrier. Learn how to use Shen's Passive, Q, W, E, and R abilities effectively in League of Legends patch 26.1.

  • Shen passive ability - Ki Barrier - League of Legends
    Ki Barrier

    Ki Barrier

    After casting a spell, Shen gets a shield. Affecting other champions reduces the cooldown of this effect.

  • Shen Q ability - Twilight Assault - League of Legends
    Twilight Assault

    Twilight Assault

    Shen recalls his spirit blade to attack with it, dealing damage based on the target's max health. The attacks are greatly empowered if it collides with an enemy champion, and all collided enemies are slowed while running away from Shen.

    Cost:
    • 140/
    • 130/
    • 120/
    • 110/
    • 100
    Cooldown:
    • 8/
    • 7/
    • 7/
    • 6/
    • 5
    Range:
    • 400
  • Shen W ability - Spirit's Refuge - League of Legends
    Spirit's Refuge

    Spirit's Refuge

    Attacks that would hit Shen or his allies near his spirit blade are blocked.

    Cost:
    • 40
    Cooldown:
    • 16/
    • 15/
    • 13/
    • 12/
    • 10
    Range:
    • 400
  • Shen E ability - Shadow Dash - League of Legends
    Shadow Dash

    Shadow Dash

    Shen dashes in a direction, taunting enemies in his path.

    Cost:
    • 150
    Cooldown:
    • 18/
    • 16/
    • 14/
    • 12/
    • 10
    Range:
    • 600
  • Shen R ultimate ability - Stand United - League of Legends
    Stand United

    Stand United

    Shen shields target allied champion from incoming damage, and soon after teleports to their location.

    Cost:
    • 0
    Cooldown:
    • 200/
    • 180/
    • 160
    Range:
    • 35000
Classes:
  • Tank
Patch:26.1
Sample Size:687,817 ranked games
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Ki Barrier

After casting a spell, Shen gets a shield. Affecting other champions reduces the cooldown of this effect.

Shen Abilities - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shen's passive ability?

Shen's passive ability is Ki Barrier. After casting a spell, Shen gets a shield. Affecting other champions reduces the cooldown of this effect.

What is Shen's Q ability?

Shen's Q ability is Twilight Assault. Shen recalls his spirit blade to attack with it, dealing damage based on the target's max health. The attacks are greatly empowered if it collides with an enemy champion, and all collided enemies are slowed while running away from Shen.

What is Shen's ultimate ability?

Shen's ultimate (R) is Stand United. Shen shields target allied champion from incoming damage, and soon after teleports to their location.

How do I use Shen's abilities effectively?

To use Shen'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.