Smolder·Bot: Ultimate Guide for ADC Success
Smolder excels at dealing high damage from range, with his power directly tied to early game performance. Success requires understanding key power spikes and proper positioning.
Early Game (Levels 1-5):
- Focus on farming and upgrading Q through enemy damage/kills
- Get level 2 first for favorable trades
- Play around enemy cooldowns
- Stay close to support for protection
Mid Game Priorities:
- Rotate to mid after taking bot tower
- Group with team for objectives
- Look for picks with support/jungler
- Avoid isolation - stay near allies
Late Game Strategy:
- Position behind team in fights
- Focus nearest enemy champion
- Use ultimate strategically
- Maintain proximity to support for peel
Power Spikes:
- Level 3: All basic abilities available
- Level 4: Two points in first ability
- Level 6: Ultimate unlocked
- Level 9: Q maxed
- Level 11: Ultimate enhancement
- Late game: Fully upgraded Q + item scaling
Key Weaknesses:
- Vulnerable when E is on cooldown
- Requires early lead for optimal scaling
- Heavy support dependency
- Susceptible to all-in engages
Combat Tips:
- E provides wall mobility but use cautiously
- Ultimate deals AOE damage and provides sustain
- Position carefully in teamfights
- Save escape abilities defensively
Strong Against: Average:
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Hard:
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Success with Smolder requires balancing aggressive early game plays while maintaining safe positioning and teamwork throughout all phases of the match.