Shen is a tank champion in League of Legends who uses energy as a resource and excels at protecting allies while maintaining map presence. His signature ability Stand United allows him to teleport to teammates and shield them.

Core Abilities:

Ki Barrier (Passive)

• Grants Shen a shield after using abilities
• Spawns a Spirit Blade he can control
• Shield scales with bonus health

Twilight Assault (Q)

• Recalls Spirit Blade to empower basic attacks
• Deals bonus magic damage based on target's max health
• Slows enemies hit by the blade

Spirit's Refuge (W)

• Creates a protective zone blocking basic attacks
• Shields allies in the area
• Can be moved with other abilities

Shadow Dash (E)

• Dashes forward taunting enemies hit
• Restores energy when hitting targets
• Can be used with other abilities

Stand United (Ultimate)

• Shields target ally and teleports to them
• Shield increases based on target's missing health
• Places Shen between ally and nearest enemy

Key Strengths:

• Strong map presence with global ultimate
• Excellent at protecting allies
• Good dueling potential
• Energy-based abilities provide consistent output
• Flexible build paths as tank/support

Weaknesses:

• Limited waveclear
• Energy costs can be restrictive
• Requires team coordination
• Ultimate channel can be interrupted
• Some abilities require positioning

Shen excels as both a top laner and support, focusing on protecting allies while maintaining side lane pressure through his global ultimate ability.

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