Shyvanavs Heimerdinger
Shyvana vs Heimerdinger is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.7. Heimerdinger wins with a 60.0% win rate (+20.0%) over Shyvana based on 5 games. Shyvana wins the early laning phase while Heimerdinger scales better into the late game. Below you'll find the best Shyvana build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Shyvana vs Heimerdinger matchup.
Shyvana Matchup Breakdown
Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Shyvana performs against them. You'll get head-to-head win rates, laning stats, the best build and runes for the matchup, and early vs late game analysis — all based on real ranked data.
Heimerdinger(40.0%)Who Wins the Shyvana vs Heimerdinger Matchup?
Shyvana vs Heimerdinger Matchup Summary
The Shyvana vs Heimerdinger matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 5 recent matches analyzed, Heimerdinger wins with a 60.0% win rate compared to Shyvana's 40.0%, giving Heimerdinger a 20.0 percentage point advantage. Game phase dynamics play a critical role here: Shyvana controls the early laning stage, but Heimerdinger outscales as the game goes longer. The matchup shifts dramatically depending on game length — Shyvana needs to press advantages before Heimerdinger reaches their power spikes, while Heimerdinger should focus on safe farming and hitting key item breakpoints. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Shyvana leads by 1,470 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Heimerdinger has a strong advantage in this matchup. Shyvana players should play defensively, prioritize safe farming under tower, and look for opportunities created by jungle pressure or Heimerdinger overextending. Avoid prolonged trades and wait for team fights where positioning and coordination matter more. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.
Shyvana vs Heimerdinger Laning Phase Breakdown
Heimerdinger is favored during the laning phase against Shyvana, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Heimerdinger holds advantages in damage, gold income and crowd control, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.
Best Shyvana Build Against Heimerdinger
Mercury's Treads is the optimal boots choice against Heimerdinger, providing the mobility and stats Shyvana needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Shyvana against Heimerdinger are Kraken Slayer, Sundered Sky and Dusk and Dawn. This combination gives Shyvana an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build performs exceptionally well, achieving a 100.0% win rate across 1 games — well above average and making it the top item path against Heimerdinger. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Shyvana vs Heimerdinger matchup.
Early Game vs Late Game
Shyvana100.0%Heimerdinger0.0%Shyvana25.0%Heimerdinger75.0%Shyvana dominates the early game (first 15 minutes) with a commanding 100.0% win rate — a 100.0 percentage point lead over Heimerdinger. This lopsided early game means Shyvana can dictate the pace of the lane from level 1, controlling trades, wave state, and river priority.
Heimerdinger is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 75.0% win rate — 50.0 points above Shyvana. Extended games heavily favor Heimerdinger, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.
This matchup features a dramatic power shift: Shyvana must aggressively press their early advantage and close out the game before Heimerdinger reaches their scaling breakpoints. If Heimerdinger survives the laning phase without falling too far behind, the matchup flips in their favor. Dragon and Rift Herald control are pivotal — the team that secures early objectives can snowball or buy time to scale.
Best Shyvana Runes Against Heimerdinger
Precision
Inspiration
The Precision and Inspiration rune setup gives Shyvana the best tools to compete against Heimerdinger in this difficult matchup, compensating for the statistical disadvantages with optimal rune synergies.
Shyvana matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.7. The table below shows Shyvana's win rate, gold difference, and performance stats against every champion in the current meta. Click any champion name to see a detailed head-to-head breakdown including the best Shyvana build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.
Opponent | Win Rate | Matches | CS/min | DMG/min | Gold/game | Early WR | Late WR |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47.65% | 170 | 1.3 | 746 | 13,252 | 48.7% | 46.7% | |
| 51.30% | 154 | 1.3 | 716 | 13,029 | 53.6% | 49.4% | |
| 56.21% | 153 | 1.2 | 721 | 13,292 | 54.0% | 57.8% | |
| 42.36% | 144 | 1.3 | 797 | 12,485 | 44.2% | 40.3% | |
| 51.06% | 141 | 1.3 | 791 | 13,270 | 51.6% | 50.6% | |
| 50.00% | 108 | 1.3 | 758 | 12,994 | 63.3% | 39.0% | |
| 46.23% | 106 | 1.3 | 756 | 13,057 | 48.1% | 44.4% | |
| 58.25% | 103 | 1.4 | 807 | 13,336 | 56.9% | 59.6% | |
| 53.68% | 95 | 1.3 | 815 | 13,770 | 61.5% | 48.2% | |
| 46.67% | 90 | 1.2 | 784 | 12,633 | 44.7% | 48.1% | |
| 44.94% | 89 | 1.4 | 716 | 13,640 | 37.5% | 49.1% | |
| 53.41% | 88 | 1.7 | 782 | 12,884 | 56.4% | 51.0% | |
| 46.59% | 88 | 2.0 | 1,011 | 13,695 | 45.7% | 47.2% | |
| 53.57% | 84 | 1.7 | 710 | 11,964 | 51.0% | 57.1% | |
| 49.38% | 81 | 1.2 | 861 | 13,352 | 45.0% | 53.7% | |
| 45.07% | 71 | 2.4 | 786 | 12,363 | 44.7% | 45.5% | |
| 51.43% | 70 | 1.3 | 756 | 12,902 | 56.3% | 47.4% | |
| 56.92% | 65 | 1.1 | 763 | 12,844 | 43.8% | 69.7% | |
| 53.23% | 62 | 2.9 | 871 | 12,824 | 54.8% | 51.6% | |
| 51.67% | 60 | 1.2 | 790 | 12,841 | 45.5% | 59.3% | |
| 44.07% | 59 | 2.3 | 703 | 12,066 | 40.0% | 48.3% | |
| 53.45% | 58 | 1.2 | 800 | 12,540 | 51.6% | 55.6% | |
| 49.12% | 57 | 1.3 | 673 | 12,465 | 48.3% | 50.0% | |
| 52.63% | 57 | 1.3 | 886 | 13,854 | 46.1% | 58.1% | |
| 61.40% | 57 | 1.3 | 842 | 14,195 | 58.8% | 62.5% | |
| 63.27% | 49 | 1.4 | 801 | 12,938 | 56.5% | 69.2% | |
| 52.08% | 48 | 1.4 | 738 | 13,375 | 68.4% | 41.4% | |
| 45.65% | 46 | 5.6 | 792 | 12,142 | 38.9% | 50.0% | |
| 62.22% | 45 | 1.2 | 722 | 12,801 | 61.9% | 62.5% | |
| 40.91% | 44 | 2.9 | 739 | 13,660 | 50.0% | 36.7% | |
| 47.73% | 44 | 1.2 | 735 | 12,597 | 45.5% | 50.0% | |
| 68.18% | 44 | 1.2 | 947 | 12,880 | 69.6% | 66.7% | |
| 47.73% | 44 | 1.2 | 725 | 11,803 | 46.1% | 50.0% | |
| 40.91% | 44 | 1.3 | 748 | 13,155 | 44.0% | 36.8% | |
| 45.24% | 42 | 2.4 | 682 | 12,149 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 46.34% | 41 | 4.0 | 836 | 11,753 | 57.1% | 35.0% | |
| 51.22% | 41 | 3.2 | 812 | 12,160 | 52.9% | 50.0% | |
| 50.00% | 40 | 2.4 | 890 | 13,836 | 53.3% | 48.0% | |
| 50.00% | 40 | 1.3 | 796 | 13,790 | 57.1% | 46.1% | |
| 69.70% | 33 | 1.2 | 814 | 12,602 | 66.7% | 73.3% | |
| 25.00% | 32 | 1.1 | 667 | 12,814 | 8.3% | 35.0% | |
| 48.39% | 31 | 2.0 | 750 | 13,071 | 50.0% | 47.4% | |
| 51.61% | 31 | 2.5 | 794 | 13,559 | 66.7% | 42.1% | |
| 46.67% | 30 | 3.7 | 779 | 11,241 | 44.4% | 50.0% | |
| 71.43% | 28 | 1.3 | 759 | 13,988 | 71.4% | 71.4% | |
| 53.57% | 28 | 1.9 | 702 | 11,686 | 21.4% | 85.7% | |
| 70.37% | 27 | 4.5 | 812 | 11,069 | 66.7% | 73.3% | |
| 59.26% | 27 | 1.2 | 808 | 14,581 | 55.6% | 61.1% | |
| 44.00% | 25 | 1.2 | 759 | 11,946 | 47.1% | 37.5% | |
| 44.00% | 25 | 1.2 | 739 | 13,287 | 44.4% | 43.8% | |
| 58.33% | 24 | 2.3 | 829 | 13,147 | 58.3% | 58.3% | |
| 50.00% | 24 | 1.4 | 802 | 12,126 | 64.3% | 30.0% | |
| 34.78% | 23 | 5.3 | 794 | 11,641 | 33.3% | 35.7% | |
| 65.22% | 23 | 1.3 | 699 | 12,296 | 58.3% | 72.7% | |
| 52.38% | 21 | 3.2 | 905 | 14,089 | 50.0% | 54.5% | |
| 52.63% | 19 | 1.3 | 757 | 12,519 | 63.6% | 37.5% | |
| 44.44% | 18 | 1.2 | 688 | 12,870 | 50.0% | 37.5% | |
| 61.11% | 18 | 1.3 | 672 | 13,795 | 60.0% | 61.5% | |
| 41.18% | 17 | 5.8 | 758 | 11,765 | 28.6% | 50.0% | |
| 62.50% | 16 | 1.1 | 913 | 13,326 | 87.5% | 37.5% | |
| 50.00% | 16 | 6.4 | 664 | 11,284 | 57.1% | 44.4% | |
| 13.33% | 15 | 5.4 | 510 | 9,059 | 10.0% | 20.0% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 4.8 | 811 | 10,095 | 60.0% | 60.0% | |
| 60.00% | 15 | 4.1 | 726 | 12,067 | 50.0% | 71.4% | |
| 46.67% | 15 | 3.1 | 680 | 11,877 | 33.3% | 66.7% | |
| 38.46% | 13 | 6.4 | 772 | 10,728 | 28.6% | 50.0% | |
| 38.46% | 13 | 3.9 | 801 | 12,347 | 66.7% | 14.3% | |
| 41.67% | 12 | 6.3 | 753 | 10,757 | 33.3% | 44.4% | |
| 66.67% | 12 | 1.0 | 680 | 11,760 | 55.6% | 100.0% | |
| 45.45% | 11 | 1.2 | 725 | 12,596 | 42.9% | 50.0% | |
| 54.55% | 11 | 5.7 | 615 | 10,635 | 33.3% | 80.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 5.0 | 670 | 11,537 | 40.0% | 60.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 6.0 | 697 | 8,392 | 60.0% | 40.0% | |
| 70.00% | 10 | 2.4 | 837 | 13,111 | 60.0% | 80.0% | |
| 50.00% | 10 | 5.6 | 915 | 13,555 | 33.3% | 57.1% | |
| 55.56% | 9 | 3.4 | 666 | 13,576 | 50.0% | 57.1% | |
| 33.33% | 9 | 6.3 | 666 | 10,268 | 0.0% | 60.0% | |
| 12.50% | 8 | 5.3 | 875 | 10,748 | 0.0% | 20.0% | |
| 62.50% | 8 | 1.9 | 758 | 14,298 | 33.3% | 80.0% | |
| 100.00% | 7 | 1.6 | 1,007 | 16,348 | 100.0% | 100.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 2.0 | 747 | 13,813 | 0.0% | 60.0% | |
| 57.14% | 7 | 6.1 | 908 | 14,190 | 33.3% | 75.0% | |
| 42.86% | 7 | 4.7 | 710 | 13,481 | 50.0% | 40.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 5.5 | 867 | 12,174 | 66.7% | 33.3% | |
| 33.33% | 6 | 2.4 | 763 | 15,006 | 50.0% | 25.0% | |
| 50.00% | 6 | 2.0 | 930 | 8,987 | 50.0% | 50.0% | |
| 60.00% | 5 | 0.8 | 530 | 10,139 | 60.0% | 0.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 4.3 | 817 | 15,373 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 4.6 | 844 | 16,544 | 100.0% | 25.0% | |
| 40.00% | 5 | 5.8 | 738 | 13,118 | 0.0% | 40.0% | |
| 20.00% | 5 | 6.3 | 748 | 7,227 | 0.0% | 50.0% | |
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Shyvana vs Heimerdinger - Frequently Asked Questions
How does Shyvana do against Heimerdinger in League of Legends?
Heimerdinger wins the Shyvana vs Heimerdinger matchup with a 60.0% win rate compared to Shyvana's 40.0%, a 20.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 5 recent ranked games in patch 26.7.
How does Shyvana do against Heimerdinger in the early game?
In the early game, Shyvana has the advantage against Heimerdinger with a 100.0% win rate versus 0.0%. Shyvana players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.
How does Shyvana do against Heimerdinger in the late game?
In the late game, Heimerdinger takes over the Shyvana vs Heimerdinger matchup with a 75.0% win rate compared to 25.0%. Heimerdinger scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.
Who wins the Shyvana vs Heimerdinger matchup?
Heimerdinger wins the matchup against Shyvana with a 60.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.7. The 20.0 percentage point advantage means Heimerdinger is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 5 games analyzed.
What is the best Shyvana build against Heimerdinger?
The best Shyvana build against Heimerdinger includes Kraken Slayer, Sundered Sky, Dusk and Dawn with Mercury's Treads. This build achieves a 100.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.
What are the best Shyvana runes against Heimerdinger?
The best Shyvana runes against Heimerdinger use the Precision primary tree with Inspiration secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Shyvana vs Heimerdinger matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.
Does Shyvana counter Heimerdinger?
No, Shyvana struggles against Heimerdinger with only a 40.0% win rate. Heimerdinger has the advantage in this matchup. Shyvana players should focus on safe farming and avoiding extended trades to minimize Heimerdinger's lead.
How do I play Shyvana against Heimerdinger?
When playing Shyvana against Heimerdinger, play cautiously and avoid Heimerdinger's power spikes. Look for jungle assistance and team-dependent plays since Heimerdinger has the statistical advantage at most stages. Use the matchup-specific build and runes above to optimize your chances.