How to counter Kayn
Kayn is a assassin who deals physical damage. Key traits: burst damage, high mobility, healing and sustain.
Best picks against Kayn
9.7 Janna Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
8.8 Galio Tankprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
8.5 Lulu Supportprotects the team from burst · punishes mobile heroes
8.2 Poppy Tankpunishes mobile heroes · strong in the current meta
7.7 Sona Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.7 Soraka Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
7.6 Alistar Tankpunishes mobile heroes
7.1 Nami Supportprotects the team from burst · strong in the current meta
Items to buy against Kayn
- Mortal Remindercuts healing
- Morellonomiconcuts healing
- Thornmailcuts healing
- Dead Man's Platevs physical damage
- Guardian Angelvs physical damage
- Zhonya's Hourglassvs physical damage
Kayn is strong against
squishy mages and marksmen
Suggested build for Kayn
- Plated Steelcaps
- Duskblade of Draktharr
- Youmuu's Ghostblade
- Serylda's Grudge
- Death's Dance
- Guardian Angel
Keystone rune
- ElectrocuteKeystone rune
- Battle spell: Flash + Smite
How to play against Kayn
- Kayn heals a lot: buy an anti-heal item (Mortal Reminder) early.
- Kayn deals burst damage: avoid checking bushes alone and add a defensive item if needed.
- Kayn is very mobile: use your crowd control after it dashes.
- Kayn deals physical damage: armor items slow it down.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best counter to Kayn?
The strongest picks against Kayn right now are Janna, Galio, and Lulu. Janna stands out: protects the team from burst.
What items should I buy against Kayn?
The most useful items against Kayn: Mortal Reminder, Morellonomicon, Thornmail, Dead Man's Plate, Guardian Angel, and Zhonya's Hourglass.
Who is Kayn strong against?
Kayn is especially strong against squishy mages and marksmen.
What is the best build for Kayn?
Suggested build for Kayn: Plated Steelcaps, Duskblade of Draktharr, Youmuu's Ghostblade, Serylda's Grudge, Death's Dance, and Guardian Angel. Keystone rune: Electrocute.
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