Gangplank vs Shen

Gangplank
You
VS
Shen

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Who Wins

  • Pre-6 you win most trades with Q poke and barrel combos, but must respect Shen's all-in potential if he lands E.
  • Post-6 you maintain lane dominance while matching his global pressure with your own R, giving you the overall advantage.
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How to Trade

  • Your optimal trading pattern is Q poke followed by barrel placement to zone, then triple barrel combos when he tries to engage.
  • Always keep a barrel near yourself to escape or counter-engage when he uses E.

Wave Control

  • Push waves with barrels to create recall timings and roam opportunities, but maintain barrel control around your position.
  • Use your range advantage to harass him off CS while keeping the wave in a favorable position for barrel combos.

Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't get caught without barrels when Shen has E available, as you have no escape from his engage.
  • Avoid face-checking bushes or overextending without vision, as Shen's E-flash combo can catch you even from unexpected angles.
Created on 04/14/2026
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