Malphite vs Shen · Top lane matchup

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Core game plan

Malphite has an easy matchup against Shen. Control the wave and farm. At level 6, use your ultimate to interrupt his teleport. Shen has slow waveclear and can only be pressured.
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Strength by game time

Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights

6:4.

6:4.

5:5.

5:5.

5:5.

Levels 1-3: Trade with Grasp, control wave and farm.Laning phase: Let Shen push, farm under tower. If Shen misses E, counterattack.After 6: Shen can ult to support. Push wave then roam.Mid transition: Shen may split push; Malphite should group.Teamfights: Malphite has strong engage; Shen protects backline.
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Detailed breakdown

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