Though Smolder is designed as a bot laner, this build aims to enhance his capabilities and allow him to compete more effectively with other carries.
Smolder, the latest dragon champion in League of Legends, has gained significant popularity due to his adorable appearance, straightforward abilities, and impressive late-game scaling. However, it has become evident over time that Smolder struggles in the early game and often gets pushed out of lane before he can reach his full potential.
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In addition, traditional ADC items and runes do not complement Smolder’s playstyle as he does not benefit fully from the attributes they provide. As a result, players have discovered that focusing on his Achooo! ability instead of his Super Scorcher Breath can significantly improve Smolder’s performance, especially in the early game.
The Power of Sniffles
By utilizing a specific rune page and starting item, players have transformed Smolder into a potent spellcaster, allowing him to apply pressure from a distance while gaining opportunities to farm safely. This approach also enables Smolder to harass opponents and scale efficiently using his Achooo! ability.
As the game progresses, players can shift their focus to leveling up Smolder’s Q ability, enabling them to build powerful items that enhance his abilities. This strategy ultimately leads to Smolder becoming a formidable late-game champion.
Smolder, Solved?
Although it often takes time to find the ideal build and playstyle for a new champion, it seems that Smolder players have already discovered an effective approach to maximizing his potential.
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