- Win Rate
- 0%
- Pick Rate
- 0%
- Ban Rate
- 1.0%
Shen Mid Win Rate & Tier
- Patch
- 26.20
- Matches
- 654,440
- Lane
- Mid
- Tier
- All Tiers
- Last Updated
- Oct 13, 2026 UTC
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
Among the secretive, Ionian warriors known as the Kinkou, Shen serves as their leader, the Eye of Twilight. He longs to remain free from the confusion of emotion, prejudice, and ego, and walks the unseen path of dispassionate judgment between the spirit realm and the physical world. Tasked with enforcing the equilibrium between them, Shen wields blades of steel and arcane energy against any who would threaten it.
Is Shen Good in Patch 26.20?
That is up 1.1 points from Patch 26.19. Shen is banned in 1.0% of games and present (picked or banned) in 6.1%.
- Tier
- —
- Win Rate
- —
- Pick Rate
- —%
- Ban Rate
- 1.0%
- Win rate change
- +1.1vs Patch 26.19
Win rate over the last patches (Mid)
Full patch history, ban rate by rank and base stats for Shen →
Shen Roles
Shen goes Top in 68% of ranked games this patch. Each lane has its own build, runes and counters — pick the lane to switch every tab.
Share of the champion's ranked games played in each lane, with the win rate in that lane.
Patch 26.20 Shen Changes
Quick overview of Shen's optimal setup in League of Legends. Shen's top build includes core items, using optimal runes for maximum effectiveness. Shen performs well against certain champions but struggles against key counters.
Shen Strengths and Weaknesses
Where Shen stands against every champion this patch, from ranked game stats per minute.
Strengths
- Damage mitigated: better than 92% of champions
- Vision score: better than 73% of champions
Weaknesses
- Damage to champions: below 82% of champions
Shen ranks in the 0.0 percentile for early game strength, 0.0 percentile for late game scaling, 0.0 percentile for objective control, 0.0 percentile for support strength, 0.0 percentile for creep farming, and 0.0 percentile for damage output.
Shen demonstrates varying performance across different skill levels in League of Legends. Champion mastery and understanding of game fundamentals significantly impact Shen's effectiveness. Players who invest time learning Shen's mechanics, optimal trading patterns, and power spikes will see improved performance. Success with Shen requires understanding both the champion's kit and how to execute it properly in different matchups. Lower-ranked players may struggle initially but can improve their win rate through practice and game knowledge. Higher-ranked players who have mastered Shen's mechanics tend to utilize the champion more effectively. The champion's skill ceiling allows experienced players to maximize potential through superior decision-making, mechanical execution, and game sense. To succeed with Shen, focus on mastering ability combos, understanding matchup-specific strategies, and developing strong macro play alongside micro-mechanical skills.
Theorycraft Your Next Shen Build
Test any item combination — even off-meta — against thousands of real Shen matches. See win rate, KDA, damage, and every item's real impact before you ever lock in.
- Any item combo — even off-meta
- Thousands of real matches
- Win rate by rank & game length
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Is Shen Good? FAQ - Patch 26.20
What lane is Shen played in?
Mostly Top (68% of ranked games), also Support (20%), Jungle (9%).
How often is Shen banned?
Shen is banned in 1.0% of ranked games in Patch 26.20 and picked or banned in 6.1%.
What is Shen good at?
Compared with every champion this patch, Shen stands out for Damage mitigated (92/100), Vision score (73/100).