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K'Sante vs Tryndamere

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

This is a control vs splitpush matchup where K'Sante must manage terrain angles to isolate Tryndamere and deny his scaling duels.
K'Sante should pressure moderately to prevent Tryndamere from freely building Fury and avoid giving him passive scaling windows.

Trading pattern

Trade around (Q) stacks and only engage when (W) is available to absorb burst and displace Tryndamere.
Punish Tryndamere after he uses (E) aggressively by kiting and counter-engaging with (Q3) knockback.
Avoid trading without (Q3) or (W) as Tryndamere's critical strikes and healing become threatening.

Danger windows

Respect Tryndamere's high Fury trades and (E) availability as he can chase or escape effectively.
Avoid extended fights when your (W) and (Q3) are on cooldown, as your displacement and damage control are weakened.
Be cautious after using (R) since your durability drops, making you vulnerable to Tryndamere's all-in potential.

Early game

Focus on stacking (Q) and using (W) to control short trades before level 6.
Avoid extended trades without (Q3) or (W) ready to prevent Tryndamere from capitalizing on his Fury.
Use (E) shield and dash wisely to mitigate Tryndamere's early aggression and reposition safely.

Power spikes

At level 6, use (R) only when you can isolate Tryndamere near terrain for a favorable duel.
After your first tank item, trade confidently around (Q) stacks and preserve (W) for key damage absorption.
Respect Tryndamere's level 6 (R) window by avoiding extended fights unless you have displacement and crowd control ready.

Win conditions

Control the lane by stacking (Q) and using (W) to deny Tryndamere's Fury buildup and short trades.
Use (R) to isolate Tryndamere near terrain for winning duels or peeling in teamfights.
Maintain front-line presence with your tank item and force Tryndamere into unfavorable engagements by controlling space and cooldowns.