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Ryze vs Tahm Kench

Updated Jun 4, 2026

Overview

Ryze should focus on safe farming and controlled wave management to scale into a late-game threat against Tahm Kench.
Avoid giving Tahm Kench passive lane states where he can build stacks safely; maintain lane pressure without overextending.

Trading pattern

Use (E) and (Q) for short, controlled trades, saving (W) to root Tahm Kench when he commits or tries to engage.
Punish Tahm Kench when his passive stacks fall off or (W) is on cooldown by stepping forward with spell rotations.
Avoid trading when low on mana or when Tahm Kench has built three passive stacks ready to stun.

Danger windows

Be cautious when Tahm Kench has three passive stacks, as his (Q) can stun and set up all-ins.
Avoid extended trades when (E) gray health shield is active, as he can absorb your damage.
Track (R) cooldown to avoid being isolated or devoured during fights.

Early game

Play cautiously in early levels, using (E) and (Q) to poke while avoiding (Q) stun stacks.
Hold (W) to punish Tahm Kench when he commits to melee trades or tries to build stacks.
Avoid extended trades before your first mana/AP item; prioritize farming and mana management.

Power spikes

After your first mana/AP item, pressure the wave and trade more confidently with sustained spell rotations.
At level 6, use (R) for map plays, picks, or defensive resets rather than forcing blind all-ins.
Respect Tahm Kench's level 6 (R) cooldown and his first tank item spike increasing his durability.

Win conditions

Scale safely through controlled farming and use your waveclear to deny Tahm Kench safe trades and stack buildup.
Use (W) root to lock Tahm Kench when he overcommits and follow up with (E) and (Q) for damage.
Leverage (R) to create map pressure and side lane advantages once you have your core items and levels.