Shen vs Yorick TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Shen vs Yorick

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Shen should manage the lane by controlling short trades and preventing Yorick from safely setting up graves and Maiden pressure.
Prioritize medium lane pressure to deny Yorick's scaling and avoid letting him freely prepare his side-lane push.
This is a control vs splitpush matchup where Shen must leverage global plays and short trades to counter Yorick's scaling splitpush threat.

Trading pattern

Use empowered (Q) after positioning your blade through Yorick to maximize damage in short trades.
Engage trades with (E) taunt only when (W) cage is down or when you can quickly disengage with (W) blocking his autos.
Punish Yorick's overcommitment when his (E) misses or when he fights without graves or Maiden support.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Yorick has graves and Maiden alive, as his sustained pressure and (W) cage can trap you.
Avoid using (E) aggressively without an escape plan, as missing it leaves you vulnerable to Yorick's follow-up pressure.
After using (R), be aware that your top wave and tower can be punished if the wave was not properly prepared before roaming.

Early game

Use levels 1-3 to establish short trades with empowered (Q) and (W) to punish Yorick before he builds graves.
Avoid extended fights early; focus on wave control to prevent Yorick from safely setting up ghouls and Maiden.
Maintain medium agency by threatening taunts (E) when Yorick is vulnerable without graves or Maiden.

Power spikes

At level 3, Shen's full kit enables reliable short trades; use this to pressure Yorick before he sets up graves.
At level 6, (R) unlocks global plays; prepare the wave before roaming to maximize map impact and avoid losing plates.
Respect Yorick's level 6 power spike when Maiden is summoned; avoid extended trades and focus on wave management to counter his pressure.

Win conditions

Win by controlling short trades with empowered (Q), (W), and (E) to deny Yorick's setup and scaling.
Use (R) to influence fights elsewhere after preparing your wave to avoid losing lane tempo.
Convert side-lane pressure into map advantages by punishing Yorick's low mobility and reliance on Maiden for tower pressure.