How to counter Shi

Shi is a mage who deals magic damage. Key traits: crowd control.

Best picks against Shi

8.6 Agudo Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta

8.6 Arke Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta

8.6 Sima Yi Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta

8.2 Angela Magekills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta

8.2 Daji Magekills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta

8.2 Dun Tankresists crowd control · strong in the current meta

8.2 Kongming Magekills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta

8.0 Butterfly Assassinkills squishy targets fast

Items to buy against Shi

Succubus Cloakvs magic damage
Boots of Resistanceshortens crowd control

Suggested build for Shi

Boots of the Arcane
Scepter of Reverberation
Savant's Wrath
Void Staff
Tome of Wisdom
Splendor

Arcana

Nightmarearcana
Hunterarcana
Mind's Eyearcana

Battle spell: Flash

How to play against Shi

Shi has crowd control: tenacity boots or spells like Purify shorten it.
Shi is fragile: assassins and diving fighters can catch it quickly.
Shi deals magic damage: a magic defense item makes it much easier.

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Frequently asked questions

Who is the best counter to Shi?

The strongest picks against Shi right now are Agudo, Arke, and Sima Yi. Agudo stands out: kills squishy targets fast.

What items should I buy against Shi?

The most useful items against Shi: Succubus Cloak and Boots of Resistance.

What is the best build for Shi?

Suggested build for Shi: Boots of the Arcane, Scepter of Reverberation, Savant's Wrath, Void Staff, Tome of Wisdom, and Splendor. Arcana: Nightmare, Hunter, Mind's Eye.