Patch: 15.20
Tier Tier 5
Win Rate 46.9%
Win Rate Change
-0.1%
Pick rate 0.7%
Ban rate 3.9%
Matches 9,461
Playstyle Builds
Pro Builds
Patch: 15.20
Runes
Precision
Domination
Sorcery
Inspiration
Resolve
Press the Attack
Lethal Tempo
Fleet Footwork
Conqueror
Absorb Life
Triumph
Presence of Mind
Legend: Alacrity
Legend: Haste
Legend: Bloodline
Coup de Grace
Cut Down
Last Stand
Domination
Sorcery
Inspiration
Resolve
Hextech Flashtraption
Magical Footwear
Cash Back
Triple Tonic
Time Warp Tonic
Biscuit Delivery
Cosmic Insight
Approach Velocity
Jack Of All Trades
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Summoner Spells
Items
Completed Items
Essence Reaver
Ionian Boots of Lucidity
Trinity Force
Spear of Shojin
Rapid Firecannon
Maw of Malmortius
Build Order
Caulfield's Warhammer
Pickaxe
Cloak of Agility
Essence Reaver
Boots
Glowing Mote
Ionian Boots of Lucidity
Hearthbound Axe
Phage
Sheen
Trinity Force
Situational Items
Lord Dominik's Regards
Infinity Edge
Overlord's Bloodmail
Jak'Sho, The Protean
Guardian Angel
The Collector
Bloodthirster

Ability Max Order

Super Scorcher Breath Q
Achooo! W
Flap, Flap, Flap E
Dragon Practice
Super Scorcher Breath
Achooo!
Flap, Flap, Flap
MMOOOMMMM!
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Key Insights

  • Smolder gains
    P
    stacks by hitting champions with abilities or killing enemies with his
    Q
    , enhancing the damage of his basic abilities. This mechanic encourages aggressive play to stack up damage boosts.
  • E
    Provides mobility by allowing Smolder to fly, ignoring terrain and targeting the lowest health enemy, which is key for positioning in fights or escaping.
  • Q
    Evolves with stack accumulation, starting with area damage around the target, advancing to send out explosions, and ultimately dealing true damage over time with an execute effect on low-health enemies. This ability is central to his kit, offering both wave clear and significant dueling potential.
  • R
    Calls down a wave of fire from his mother, dealing damage and slowing enemies, with a healing component for Smolder if he's hit. This ultimate can be a game-changer in team fights, offering both offensive and defensive utility​​.
  • W
    Is a damaging and slowing ability that creates an explosion when hitting enemy champions, useful for both peeling and engaging.

Strengths

  • Smolder gains
    P
    stacks by hitting champions with abilities or killing enemies with his
    Q
    , enhancing the damage of his basic abilities. This mechanic encourages aggressive play to stack up damage boosts.
  • E
    Provides mobility by allowing Smolder to fly, ignoring terrain and targeting the lowest health enemy, which is key for positioning in fights or escaping.
  • Q
    Evolves with stack accumulation, starting with area damage around the target, advancing to send out explosions, and ultimately dealing true damage over time with an execute effect on low-health enemies. This ability is central to his kit, offering both wave clear and significant dueling potential.
  • R
    Calls down a wave of fire from his mother, dealing damage and slowing enemies, with a healing component for Smolder if he's hit. This ultimate can be a game-changer in team fights, offering both offensive and defensive utility​​.
  • W
    Is a damaging and slowing ability that creates an explosion when hitting enemy champions, useful for both peeling and engaging.

Weaknesses

  • Smolder gains
    P
    stacks by hitting champions with abilities or killing enemies with his
    Q
    , enhancing the damage of his basic abilities. This mechanic encourages aggressive play to stack up damage boosts.
  • E
    Provides mobility by allowing Smolder to fly, ignoring terrain and targeting the lowest health enemy, which is key for positioning in fights or escaping.
  • Q
    Evolves with stack accumulation, starting with area damage around the target, advancing to send out explosions, and ultimately dealing true damage over time with an execute effect on low-health enemies. This ability is central to his kit, offering both wave clear and significant dueling potential.
  • R
    Calls down a wave of fire from his mother, dealing damage and slowing enemies, with a healing component for Smolder if he's hit. This ultimate can be a game-changer in team fights, offering both offensive and defensive utility​​.
  • W
    Is a damaging and slowing ability that creates an explosion when hitting enemy champions, useful for both peeling and engaging.