- Win Rate
- 51.8%
- Pick Rate
- 3.8%
- Ban Rate
- 2.5%
Smolder ARAM Build & Stats
- Patch
- 26.20
- Games
- 7,612
- Lane
- All Lanes
- Tier
- All Tiers
- Last Updated
- Oct 22, 2026 UTC
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
Patch 26.20 Smolder ARAM stats show Smolder with a 45.4% win rate and ranking #152 in ARAM mode. Discover Smolder's best teammates, counters, and ARAM builds to dominate the Howling Abyss.
Smolder ARAM Performance
Smolder F TierCombat Stats
Damage Stats
Utility Stats
📊Smolder ARAM Mayhem Playstyle Profile
See how Smolder compares to all other champions in ARAM. Higher percentiles indicate stronger performance in each category.
Smolder is an elite damage dealer, outperforming 83% of ARAM champions in damage output.
Smolder is best played from a safe distance, avoiding direct confrontations.
Smolder relies on teammates for healing and sustain in extended fights.
Smolder has solid survival skills with a respectable kill participation rate.
Playstyle Analysis
Based on performance data from 1,013 ARAM matches, Smolder plays best as a damage carry. With elite-level stats in their primary role, Smolder is highly impactful when played correctly.
To optimize Smolder's ARAM build for Patch 16.20, prioritize the highest win-rate items. The top-performing build features Essence Reaver, Rapid Firecannon, Bloodthirster as core items, achieving a 70.0% win rate. Ionian Boots of Lucidity is the recommended boots choice for this build. The top 3 builds average 66.8% win rate. Keep adjusting your build to the enemy team as each game develops.
Rank | Core Items | Situational | Boots | Tier | Win Rate | WR Diff | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |    |    |  | S Tier | 70.0% | +24.6% | 10 |
| 2 |  | | | S Tier | 66.7% | +21.3% | 6 |
| 3 |  |   | | A Tier | 63.6% | +18.2% | 11 |
| 4 | | | | A Tier | 62.5% | +17.1% | 8 |
| 5 |  | |  | B Tier | 60.0% | +14.6% | 10 |
Master Smolder on the Howling Abyss
ARAM Companion shows each champion's Howling Abyss win rate, combat, damage and gold numbers, how it ranks against the whole roster, and the builds, teammates and matchups that win.
- ARAM win rate & tier
- Roster-wide percentiles
- Builds, teammates & matchups
Champions that synergize best with Smolder in ARAM. Playing with these teammates increases your win rate.
Champion | Win Rate | WR Diff |
|---|---|---|
 Poppy | 77.8% | +32.4% |
 Olaf | 70.0% | +24.6% |
 Trundle | 69.2% | +23.8% |
 Vex | 68.0% | +22.6% |
 Mordekaiser | 66.7% | +21.3% |
Champions that counter Smolder in ARAM. Be careful when facing these opponents on the Howling Abyss.
Is Smolder Good in ARAM?
Smolder is currently a F-tier champion in ARAM (Patch 16.20), making them a difficult champion to succeed with.45.4% win rate Ranked #152 among all champions,Smolder faces some challenges in ARAM mode.
Smolder ARAM Performance Analysis
In ARAM, Smolder averages 10.2/9.7/22.9 KDA across 1,013 analyzed matches. This poke and damage dealer playstyle excels at dealing damage, ranking in the top 17.340000000000003% of ARAM damage dealers. Smolder maintains excellent survivability, ranking in the top 30.060000000000002% for KDA.
With a 0.8% pick rate, Smolder sees more specialized usage. Focus on the optimal builds below to maximize Smolder's potential.
Best Champions to Play With Smolder
Team composition matters in ARAM. Smolder performs exceptionally well alongside Poppy, achieving a combined 77.8% win rate when on the same team.
Other strong allies include Olaf (70.0% win rate) Trundle (69.2% win rate).. Look for these synergies when your team is rolling for champions.
Smolder Counters in ARAM
Be cautious when facing Olaf, who counters Smolder with a 11.1% win rate against them. Ornn and Taric also pose challenges.
Adjust your positioning and itemization when facing these threats.
Optimal Smolder ARAM Build Path
The highest win rate build for Smolder features Essence Reaver, Rapid Firecannon, Bloodthirster as core items.70.0% win rate. Ionian Boots of Lucidity is recommended for mobility.
Since ARAM is a single-lane constant teamfight mode, prioritize items that enhance your combat effectiveness immediately.
Tips for Playing Smolder in ARAM
Stay at max range to deal damage safely. Position behind your frontline and watch for flanks.
Build damage items early in ARAM for maximum impact. Rush Essence Reaver for your first major power spike.
Look for poke opportunities between waves. Use the health relics wisely and commit when enemies are low.
Final Verdict: Should You Play Smolder in ARAM?
Smolder faces challenges in ARAM but can still succeed when paired with Poppy.
Data based on Patch 16.20. Keep checking back as Smolder's performance may change with balance updates. Analysis based on 1,013 matches.
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Smolder ARAM FAQ - Patch 16.20
Is Smolder good in ARAM?
Smolder is a F tier champion in ARAM with a 45.4% win rate and ranks #152 among all champions. Smolder has a harder time on the Howling Abyss, though dedicated players still find success with an optimal build.
What is the best ARAM build for Smolder?
The highest win rate ARAM build for Smolder runs Essence Reaver, Rapid Firecannon, Bloodthirster as core items, at a 70.0% win rate. Ionian Boots of Lucidity is the recommended boots choice. ARAM is one continuous fight, so items with immediate combat value come before greedy scaling.
Which champions pair well with Smolder in ARAM?
The best teammate for Smolder in ARAM is Poppy, at a 77.8% win rate when the two are on the same team. Other strong allies include Olaf, Trundle. Look for these champions on your side to improve your odds.
Who counters Smolder in ARAM?
Olaf is the biggest counter to Smolder in ARAM, winning 11.1% of games against them. Other difficult matchups include Ornn, Taric. Adjust your positioning and your build when you see these champions.
What is Smolder's ARAM win rate?
Smolder has a 45.4% win rate in ARAM on patch 16.20, ranking #152 among all champions. The pick rate is 0.8% across 1,013 analysed matches.
What tier is Smolder in ARAM?
Smolder is rated F tier in ARAM on patch 16.20. Lower-tier champions have a harder time, but still win games in the hands of a specialist. Tiers come from win rate and pick rate together with how many matches sit behind them.
Smolder ARAM Runes and Damage
The most common Smolder ARAM rune page starts with Dark Harvest: 35% of games, 48.2% win rate over 357 games.
- Damage per minute
- 1,681
- Gold per minute
- 706
- Healing per minute
- 200
- KDA
- 3.41
Most played rune page
Second rune page
ARAM samples are much smaller than ranked; rune pages under 30 games are not shown.