Kennen vs Malphite TOP Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Kennen vs Malphite

Updated Jun 3, 2026

Overview

Kennen should leverage his high early lane pressure to deny Malphite a passive scaling lane and control the wave.
Focus on ranged poke and mark stacking to prepare for level 6 teamfight impact, as this matchup favors Kennen's teamfight and flank engage identity.

Trading pattern

Trade short bursts using (Q) and (W) to apply marks, then back off before Malphite can retaliate with (E) attack speed slow.
Punish Malphite when his passive shield is down by stepping forward for poke and mark stacking.
Avoid committing when (E) is down, as Kennen loses mobility and becomes vulnerable to Malphite's engage or follow-up damage.

Danger windows

Kennen is vulnerable after using (E) aggressively due to reduced mobility; avoid overextending without vision or backup.
When (R) is available, Kennen must respect his engage threat and avoid grouped positioning.
Be cautious if Malphite's passive shield is up and (E) is ready, as his attack speed slow can punish extended trades.

Early game

Use (Q) and (W) to poke Malphite safely and build mark stacks while keeping (E) ready for escape.
Avoid extended trades before level 6 since Malphite has low early agency; pressure him to force mistakes.
Maintain health and mana to capitalize on level 6 power spike and avoid being vulnerable to (R) engage.

Power spikes

At level 6, (R) unlocks major area stun threat; preserve health and look for flank or flash angles to maximize impact.
Kennen's flash plus (R) creates reliable teamfight threat; hold resources for decisive fights rather than low-value trades.
Respect Malphite's level 6 (R) engage power spike; avoid grouping tightly and maintain spacing to reduce knockup threat.

Win conditions

Use ranged poke and mark stacking to control the lane and deny Malphite safe scaling.
Reach level 6 with good health and mana to leverage (R) for flanking and teamfight initiation.
Convert (R) flank or flash windows into decisive teamfight wins by stunning multiple targets and disrupting Malphite's engage.