Kench

Kench, often referred to as Tahm Kench or the River King, is a champion in the video game League of Legends developed by Riot Games. He is depicted as a large, demon-like figure associated with rivers and Bilgewater, using hospitality and charm as a lure while harboring a ravenous appetite. In the game's lore, Kench travels the world offering safe passage and aid, but his generosity comes at a price, reflecting his predatory nature.

In gameplay, Kench is classified as a tank and support, renowned for his peel, crowd-control disruption, and the ability to protect teammates. His kit centers on controlling space and cinematic plays that swing the course of fights. His passive, An Acquired Taste, contributes to his offensive pressure and bonus effects when enemies are repeatedly struck. His Q, Tongue Lash, is a long-range skill shot that damages and slows opponents. His W, Devour, can swallow a target champion—ally or foe—allowing Kench to reposition or shield an ally or trap an enemy briefly. His E, Thick Skin, provides damage mitigation and a shield based on health, aiding survivability in skirmishes and fights. His ultimate, Abyssal Voyage, opens a portal that can transport Kench and a chosen ally to a location on the map, enabling rescue plays or surprise engages.

Kench is typically played in the bottom lane as a tanky support or in flexible roles that value strong engage and aid for allies. He excels at protecting carries, countering dives, and enabling decisive picks through his swallowing and global repositioning potential. Popular counter-strategies involve heavy poke or high burst damage that can overwhelm his sustain and peel.