
Shyvanathe Half-Dragon
Shyvana is a fearsome half-dragon warrior. Though she often appears humanoid, she also rules the skies as a dragon, incinerating her foes with fiery breath. Having saved the life of the crown prince Jarvan IV, Shyvana now serves uneasily in his royal guard, struggling to find acceptance among the suspicious people of Demacia.
Patch 26.11 Shyvana Changes
Quick overview of Shyvana's optimal setup in League of Legends. Shyvana's top build includes Armored Advance, Death's Dance, Spear of Shojin, using Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Haste for maximum effectiveness. Shyvana performs well against Quinn, Talon, Lillia but struggles against RekSai, Naafiri, MonkeyKing.
Shyvana's base statistics in League of Legends. Shyvana has 625 base health, 62 attack damage, 35 armor, and 32 magic resist. Understanding Shyvana's stats is crucial for maximizing Shyvana's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Shyvana's stats against other champions to see how Shyvana ranks.
AP:0+0/lvl
AD:62+0/lvl
AS:0+2/lvl
Crit %:0%+0%/lvl
Mana:100+0/lvl
Mana Regen:0+0/lvl
Health:625+95/lvl
Health Regen:7+0.65/lvl
Armor:35+4/lvl
MR:32+2.05/lvl
Speed:350
Attack Range:150
Shyvana ranks in the 65.7 percentile for early game strength, 84.3 percentile for late game scaling, 59.5 percentile for objective control, 62.1 percentile for support strength, 22.7 percentile for creep farming, and 33.7 percentile for damage output.
Shyvana demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 11.5% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Shyvana may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Shyvana achieves a 55.6% win rate, which gradually declines to 44.2% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Shyvana's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (55.6%), Bronze (46.9%), Silver (54.2%), Gold (49.1%), Platinum (54.0%)) suggests that while Shyvana can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Shyvana's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Shyvana 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 Shyvana, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Shyvana at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.
When to Pick Shyvana
Strengths
- Solid win rate (51.6%) shows reliable performance
- Strong matchups against Quinn and Talon
- Optimal rune setup achieves 88.9% win rate
- Consistent performance throughout all game phases
Weaknesses
- Struggles against Rek'Sai (33.3% enemy WR)
- Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
- Requires proper positioning and cooldown management
- Can be punished by coordinated team play
Strategic Tips
Optimal Matchups
Pick Shyvana into favorable matchups like Quinn where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.
Rune Selection
Use the optimal Precision + Domination rune setup for a 88.9% win rate.
Power Spikes
Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.
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Shyvana Overview - Frequently Asked Questions
What tier is Shyvana in League of Legends?
Shyvana is currently S tier in League of Legends patch 26.11. Shyvana ranks among the top champions in the current meta.
What is Shyvana's win rate?
Shyvana has a 51.6% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Shyvana's overall performance in ranked games.
Which champions are similar to Shyvana?
Champions similar to Shyvana include Shen, Aatrox, and Ambessa. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Shyvana in League of Legends.
How does Shyvana perform during different match durations?
Shyvana's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Shyvana's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Shyvana's performance at different game lengths.







