Skarner - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
47.0%
Pick Rate
0.7%

Skarnervs Shaco

FTankFighter
Patch26.13
Matches265,623
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 14, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Skarner vs Shaco is a decisive matchup in LoL patch 26.13. Skarner wins with a 70.0% win rate (+40.0%) over Shaco based on 10 games. Skarner holds the advantage in both the early and late game. Below you'll find the best Skarner build, runes, laning stats, and strategies for the Skarner vs Shaco matchup.

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Skarner Matchup Breakdown

Use the dropdown to select an opponent and see a detailed breakdown of how Skarner 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.

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Skarner - 70.0% win rate in this matchup
Skarner
70.0% WR
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Shaco vs Skarner matchup - 30.0% win rate
Shaco
30.0% WR

Who Wins the Skarner vs Shaco Matchup?

Skarner wins the Skarner vs Shaco matchup
Winner
Skarner
Matches: 10
70.0%
Win Rate
30.0%
0.8
CS / min
0.9
565
DMG / min
846
11,018
Gold / game
12,104
357
Heal / min
246
1,967
DMG Mitigated / min
564
1.4
CC / min
1.1
50.0%
Early Game WR
50.0%
100.0%
Late Game WR
0.0%

Skarner vs Shaco Matchup Summary

The Skarner vs Shaco matchup is a decisive matchup in League of Legends ranked play. Based on 10 recent matches analyzed, Skarner wins with a 70.0% win rate compared to Shaco's 30.0%, giving Skarner a 40.0 percentage point advantage. Skarner dominates at every stage — from early laning through late game team fights. This consistent advantage makes it difficult for Shaco players to find favorable windows, so team-dependent strategies and avoiding solo confrontations are essential. The most significant statistical gap is in sustain, where Skarner leads by 1,515 HP/min — a difference that heavily influences the outcome of trades and skirmishes. Skarner players can confidently pick into Shaco and play aggressively from level 1. Look to establish lane dominance early through favorable trades and zone Shaco away from CS whenever possible. Understanding these matchup dynamics is essential for champion select decisions and in-game strategy when facing this lane opponent.

Skarner vs Shaco Laning Phase Breakdown

Shaco wins the laning phase against Skarner in League of Legends

Shaco is favored during the laning phase against Skarner, winning 3 out of 5 key stat categories. Shaco holds advantages in farming, damage and gold income, making them the stronger laner in this matchup.

Farming
0.8Skarner
0.9Shaco
Skarner and Shaco farm at nearly identical rates in this matchup, with only a 0.1 CS/min difference. Neither champion holds a meaningful farming advantage, so lane dominance will come from trading and jungle interaction rather than CS leads.
Damage
565Skarner
846Shaco
Shaco heavily out-damages Skarner by 282 DMG/min, dominating both short trades and all-in fights. Skarner should avoid extended combat and instead focus on burst trade patterns — short engages followed by immediate disengagement — to avoid letting Shaco's sustained damage advantage take over.
Economy
11,018Skarner
12,104Shaco
Shaco generates a commanding 1,087 more gold per game than Skarner. This substantial economic advantage means Shaco consistently reaches key item breakpoints earlier, creating a compounding lead that grows throughout the game. Skarner should focus on cost-effective item choices and avoid unnecessary deaths to prevent falling further behind.
Utility
1.4Skarner
1.1Shaco
Both Skarner and Shaco provide similar amounts of crowd control (0.3s/min difference), meaning neither has a significant advantage in locking down opponents for ganks or team fights. Lane ganks are equally effective for both sides.
Sustain
2,324Skarner
809Shaco
Skarner vastly out-sustains Shaco, healing and mitigating 1,515 more damage per minute. This massive durability gap means Skarner can absorb significant punishment and remain in lane while Shaco is forced to recall. Building grievous wounds early is essential for Shaco, and focusing on burst trade patterns rather than sustained fights is critical.

Best Skarner Build Against Shaco

Plated Steelcaps is the optimal boots choice against Shaco, providing the mobility and stats Skarner needs most in this matchup. The top-performing core items for Skarner against Shaco are Heartsteel, Spirit Visage and Unending Despair. This combination gives Skarner an effective balance of damage, survivability, and utility for the matchup. This build achieves a solid 50.0% win rate across 2 games, proving it to be a reliable item path when facing Shaco. Adjustments may be needed based on team compositions and game state, but this build provides the strongest foundation for the Skarner vs Shaco matchup.

Early Game vs Late Game

Early Game
Skarner
50.0%
+0.0% advantage
Skarner early game win rateSkarner50.0%
Shaco early game win rateShaco50.0%
Late Game
Skarner
100.0%
+100.0% advantage
Skarner late game win rateSkarner100.0%
Shaco late game win rateShaco0.0%

The early game (first 15 minutes) is a toss-up between Skarner and Shaco, with Skarner holding a razor-thin 50.0% win rate edge (+0.0%). Individual skill and jungle proximity will matter more than champion advantage in the early laning phase.

Skarner is far superior in the late game (25+ minutes), boasting a 100.0% win rate — 100.0 points above Shaco. Extended games heavily favor Skarner, whose kit and scaling make them a dominant force in team fights and objective control.

Skarner holds the advantage at every stage of the game, making this a consistently favorable matchup from lane through late game team fights. Shaco players should look for outplays, team-dependent strategies, and picks rather than relying on scaling to win this matchup.

Best Skarner Runes Against Shaco

Precision rune tree - Skarner primary runes vs ShacoPrecision
Fleet Footwork - best Skarner rune vs ShacoTriumph - best Skarner rune vs ShacoLegend: Alacrity - best Skarner rune vs ShacoLast Stand - best Skarner rune vs Shaco
Resolve rune tree - Skarner secondary runes vs ShacoResolve
Conditioning - best Skarner rune vs ShacoOvergrowth - best Skarner rune vs Shaco
100.0% WR

Running Precision primary with Resolve secondary allows Skarner to press their advantage against Shaco, amplifying the strengths that make this a favorable matchup.


Skarner matchup data for League of Legends patch 26.13. The table below shows Skarner'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 Skarner build, runes, laning stats, and early vs late game analysis for that specific matchup.

Skarner matchup win rates and stats in League of Legends patch 26.13
Opponent
Win Rate
Matches
CS/min
DMG/min
Gold/game
Early WR
Late WR
30.77%131.063111,8330.0%44.4%
36.36%110.756210,33966.7%0.0%
45.45%110.858810,65066.7%20.0%
63.64%111.272012,57675.0%57.1%
70.00%100.856511,01850.0%100.0%
60.00%100.676013,80450.0%62.5%
33.33%91.155011,33550.0%28.6%
62.50%80.875311,20466.7%50.0%
50.00%80.65728,78566.7%0.0%
71.43%70.777813,024100.0%50.0%
71.43%70.963911,321100.0%60.0%
42.86%70.45629,54540.0%50.0%
28.57%72.05178,52950.0%0.0%
83.33%62.060212,981100.0%75.0%
50.00%61.14367,81166.7%33.3%
33.33%60.75217,09866.7%0.0%
50.00%60.759612,915100.0%40.0%
50.00%60.670313,083100.0%25.0%
60.00%50.75795,50450.0%100.0%
60.00%50.760310,303100.0%33.3%
80.00%50.65629,82175.0%100.0%
40.00%51.05929,391100.0%0.0%
40.00%51.977212,12250.0%33.3%
33.33%30.574710,3980.0%50.0%
66.67%30.34999,21850.0%100.0%
100.00%30.15787,923100.0%100.0%
66.67%30.965412,941100.0%50.0%
50.00%20.866113,7680.0%100.0%

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Skarner vs Shaco - Frequently Asked Questions

How does Skarner do against Shaco in League of Legends?

Skarner wins the Skarner vs Shaco matchup with a 70.0% win rate compared to Shaco's 30.0%, a 40.0 percentage point difference. This data is based on 10 recent ranked games in patch 26.13.

How does Skarner do against Shaco in the early game?

In the early game, Skarner has the advantage against Shaco with a 50.0% win rate versus 50.0%. Skarner players should look to press their lane advantage through aggressive trades and wave control during the first 15 minutes.

How does Skarner do against Shaco in the late game?

In the late game, Skarner takes over the Skarner vs Shaco matchup with a 100.0% win rate compared to 0.0%. Skarner scales better into team fights and objective contests after 25 minutes.

Who wins the Skarner vs Shaco matchup?

Skarner wins the matchup against Shaco with a 70.0% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.13. The 40.0 percentage point advantage means Skarner is significantly favored in this lane matchup based on 10 games analyzed.

What is the best Skarner build against Shaco?

The best Skarner build against Shaco includes Heartsteel, Spirit Visage, Unending Despair with Plated Steelcaps. This build achieves a 50.0% win rate in the matchup. Check the matchup breakdown above for the full item path and build order.

What are the best Skarner runes against Shaco?

The best Skarner runes against Shaco use the Precision primary tree with Resolve secondary. This rune setup achieves a 100.0% win rate in the Skarner vs Shaco matchup. See the full rune breakdown in the matchup comparison above.

Does Skarner counter Shaco?

Yes, Skarner has a favorable matchup against Shaco with a 70.0% win rate. Skarner strongly counters Shaco in lane based on current patch 26.13 data.

How do I play Skarner against Shaco?

When playing Skarner against Shaco, leverage your statistical advantages by trading aggressively during favorable windows. You have early game priority — look for kills and zone control before first recall. Build the recommended items and runes for this specific matchup for the best results.