Tahm Kench vs Malphite

Tahm Kench
You
VS
Malphite

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Who Wins

  • You win trades pre-6 through superior sustain and damage output, especially after level 2 when you have Q-W combo available.
  • Post-6 you maintain advantage in extended trades due to your gray health and ability to stick to Malphite, though his R gives him better all-in potential.
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How to Trade

  • Look for Q hits to proc passive stacks, then follow with W for damage and positioning advantage while weaving autos.
  • Your gray health allows you to take favorable extended trades that Malphite cannot match with his mana-gated poke.

Wave Control

  • Push early levels to establish lane priority and deny Malphite's weak early farming, but be prepared to freeze when ahead to zone him from CS.
  • Your superior sustain allows you to maintain pressure even when taking minion damage.

Mistakes to Avoid

  • Don't get poked down by repeated Q spam without trading back, as Malphite can eventually force you out of lane despite your sustain.
  • Avoid fighting in large minion waves where Malphite's E can hit both you and minions for maximum value.
Created on 04/05/2026
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