Shield BashOverview
You have up to 2s after the shield expires to use this effect.
Nautilus leads with 4.93% pick rate and 50.34% win rate, Malphite leads with 4.71% pick rate and 58.26% win rate, Tahm Kench leads with 3.73% pick rate and 48.59% win rate.
Shen achieves 73.33% win rate (+25.11% diff), Ambessa achieves 70.59% win rate (+23.56% diff), Skarner achieves 70.00% win rate (+25.12% diff).
Shield Bash Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Shield Bash Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 54.49% win rate in 20 minute games, while performing lowest at 47.40% in 30 minute games. Understanding Shield Bash Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.
Shield Bash is most commonly used by Tank (36%), Fighter (23%) and Support (18%) champions.
These runes are most commonly used alongside Shield Bash in League of Legends. Grasp of the Undying appears in 50.0% of builds with a 59.17% win rate, Second Wind appears in 41.7% of builds with a 59.36% win rate, Bone Plating appears in 41.7% of builds with a 50.06% win rate when paired with Shield Bash.
When to Pick Shield Bash
Strengths
- Situationally powerful when used on the right champions
- Excellent synergy with Shen (73.33% WR)
- Strong synergy with Grasp of the Undying (50.0% pairing rate)
- Scales well into late game teamfights
Weaknesses
- Below average win rate suggests situational use is best
- Weaker early game requires safe laning phase
- Less effective on Assassin champions
- Other Resolve runes may outperform in specific matchups
Strategic Tips
Champion Selection
Pick Shield Bash on champions like Nautilus that can fully utilize its effects. Avoid picking it on champions where other Resolve runes provide more value.
Rune Synergies
Pair Shield Bash with Grasp of the Undying and Second Wind for the highest win rate combinations.
Game Phase Focus
Shield Bash scales into the late game. Focus on farming safely and reaching your power spikes before committing to fights.
These runes are part of the same Resolve rune tree as Shield Bash. Grasp of the Undying, Aftershock, Guardian, and 8 more runes can be combined with Shield Bash in your rune page.
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Shield Bash - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shield Bash and what does it do in League of Legends?
Shield Bash is a rune in the Resolve rune tree. It currently has a 49.55% win rate and 5.74% pick rate across 12 champions in ranked play.
Is Shield Bash good in the current meta?
Shield Bash has a 49.55% win rate in the current patch, making it situationally useful. The most popular champions using Shield Bash are Ambessa, Nautilus, K'Sante.
What champion class benefits most from Shield Bash?
Tank champions benefit most from Shield Bash, making up 36% of its usage. Fighter (23%) and Support (18%) also commonly use this rune.
What runes pair well with Shield Bash?
The best runes to pair with Shield Bash are Grasp of the Undying, Second Wind, Bone Plating. Grasp of the Undying appears in 50.0% of builds featuring Shield Bash with a 59.17% combined win rate.
Which champion has the highest win rate with Shield Bash?
Rell currently has the highest win rate with Shield Bash at 53.56%, with a 1.51% pick rate in ranked games.