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Alistar vs Tahm Kench SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Tahm Kench

Alistar vs Tahm Kench

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Alistar controls brush to create surprise (W)+(Q) engages with ADC follow-up for kill setups.
Deny Tahm Kench passive stacks by limiting melee contact and punishing last-hit attempts near brush.

Trading pattern

Use brush control to threaten (W)+(Q) only when ADC can hit immediately during knockup.
Punish Tahm Kench's approach for last hits before he reaches three passive stacks.
Avoid engaging after (W)+(Q) cooldown to prevent Tahm Kench punishing your lowered threat.

Danger windows

Respect (Q) stun at three passive stacks; avoid extended trades then.
Avoid engaging when (R) is available to prevent being isolated or counter-engaged.
Beware stepping into brush without vision; Tahm Kench can counter-engage with (W) knockup.

Early game

Fight level 2 to threaten (W)+(Q) all-in with ADC ready to follow immediately.
Hold brush to prevent Tahm Kench from building passive stacks and engaging safely.
Keep wave neutral or slightly pushing to reduce Tahm Kench's dash and stack buildup windows.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (W)+(Q) for strong all-ins; track level 2 race closely with ADC.
Level 3 adds (E) stun, increasing engage and peel threat; use full kit with ADC follow-up.
Level 6 (R) boosts dive durability and peel; coordinate with ADC for tower dives or extended fights.

Win conditions

Maintain brush control over Tahm Kench so its more predictable when he is gonna engage.
Use brush and Flash to create surprise (W)+(Q) engages, then peel for your ADC.
Coordinate level 6 ultimate dives with ADC and river vision to secure kills and objective control.

Tip: For Alistar vs Tahm Kench, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup