Karma vs Tahm Kench SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Tahm Kench

Karma vs Tahm Kench

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Use (R) (Q) poke and (E) shields to enable your ADC's forward trades against Tahm Kench's melee engage.
Deny Tahm Kench's engage by controlling brush and maintaining vision on his approach angles.
Prioritize lane pressure and wave control to force Tahm Kench to lose passive stacks and reduce his engage threat.

Trading pattern

Initiate trades with (R) (Q) poke and shield your ADC to maximize follow-up damage.
Hold (W) root to punish Tahm Kench when he overcommits after using (E) shield.
Deny Tahm Kench brush control to limit his (Q) stack application and reduce his stun threat.

Danger windows

Respect (Q) stun when he reaches three passive stacks; avoid extended trades near brush.
Beware of (R) cooldown; avoid positioning your ADC vulnerable to his pick or peel.
Watch for (W) knockup engage attempts, especially when your (E) shield is down.

Early game

Win the level 2 race with your ADC to leverage (R) (Q) poke and root for early lane dominance.
Keep brush warded and deny Tahm Kench's passive stack buildup by zoning him from short trades.
Crash the wave after pushing to open safe roam windows while your ADC holds lane priority.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks your full poke and root combo; use this to pressure Tahm Kench before he stacks.
Level 3 completes your kit with shield and root, enabling safer trades and peel for your ADC.
Level 6 ultimate enhances your peel and engage versatility; use it to protect your ADC from (R) or to secure fights.

Win conditions

Convert (R) (Q) poke and (E) shielded trades into lane priority to deny Tahm Kench's engage angles.
Use brush control and vision to prevent Tahm Kench from stacking (Q) or setting up picks with (R).
Roam safely after wave crashes to assist mid and secure dragon vision, leveraging your ultimate for quick returns.