Tahm Kench & Ashe vs Jhin & Maokai
Bot Lane MatchupTahm Kench vs Jhin (with Ashe & Maokai) BOT matchup tips: who wins, how to trade, wave control and common mistakes.
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Who Wins
- Pre-6 you lose most 2v2s due to Jhin's superior range and Maokai's engage potential with Q knockup.
- Post-6 you gain significant power with R, allowing for strong all-ins if you can land Q on either enemy.
Synergy & Trading
- Look for Q tongue lash when enemies step up for CS, then stack passive with auto attacks before using W devour for protection or engage.
- Your best trades happen when Ashe can follow up with W volley after your Q slow.
Wave Control/Roaming
- You should roam mid frequently after level 6 since your R provides excellent gank setup.
- Optimal timings are when Ashe has wave control and can safely farm alone, typically after successful recalls or when enemies back.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste W devour defensively too early in trades - save it for when Ashe is actually in lethal danger.
- Using W prematurely leaves you both vulnerable to Maokai's follow-up engage.
Created on 03/22/2026
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