Smolder, League of Legends champion
Win Rate
49.7%
Pick Rate
2.5%
Ban Rate
2.2%

Smolder ARAM Build & Stats

Smolder C TierMarksmanMage
Patch
26.19
Games
4,942
Lane
All Lanes
Tier
All Tiers
Last Updated
Oct 10, 2026 UTC
Methodology
Data Methodology

Patch 26.19 Smolder ARAM stats show Smolder with a 41.0% win rate and ranking #162 in ARAM mode. Discover Smolder's best teammates, counters, and ARAM builds to dominate the Howling Abyss.

Smolder ARAM Performance

Smolder F Tier
41.0%Win Rate
0.9%Pick Rate
#162Win Rank
349Matches

Combat Stats

9.5Kills
9.4Deaths
22.8Assists

Damage Stats

30,789Dealt
24,698Taken
13,040Gold

Utility Stats

3,610Healing
0Shielding
Smolder is a competitive champion in League of Legends ARAM with a 41.0% win rate and a 0.9% pick rate. Smolder ranks #162 among all ARAM champions. In terms of playstyle, Smolder excels at dealing damage, staying alive.
Small sampleBased on 349 matches. This is a small sample, so these numbers show a direction rather than a reliable figure.

📊Smolder ARAM Mayhem Playstyle Profile

See how Smolder compares to all other champions in ARAM. Higher percentiles indicate stronger performance in each category.

⚔️Damage DealerTop 21%

Smolder is an elite damage dealer, outperforming 79% of ARAM champions in damage output.

🛡️Tank / FrontlineBottom 31%

Smolder is best played from a safe distance, avoiding direct confrontations.

💚Healer / SupportBottom 25%

Smolder relies on teammates for healing and sustain in extended fights.

💀KDA / SurvivalTop 29%

Smolder has solid survival skills with a respectable kill participation rate.

Playstyle Analysis

Based on performance data from 349 ARAM matches, Smolder plays best as a damage carry and consistent performer. With elite-level stats in their primary role, Smolder is highly impactful when played correctly.

To optimize Smolder's ARAM build for Patch 16.19, prioritize the highest win-rate items. The top-performing build features Essence Reaver, Spear of Shojin, Black Cleaver as core items, achieving a 85.7% win rate. Gluttonous Greaves is the recommended boots choice for this build. The top 3 builds average 73.8% 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
Essence Reaver - Core item 1 for Smolder ARAM buildSpear of Shojin - Core item 2 for Smolder ARAM buildBlack Cleaver - Core item 3 for Smolder ARAM build
Endless Hunger - Situational item option for Smolder ARAM build
Gluttonous Greaves - Recommended boots for Smolder ARAM build
S Tier85.7%+44.7%7
2
Essence Reaver - Core item 1 for Smolder ARAM buildRapid Firecannon - Core item 2 for Smolder ARAM buildLord Dominik's Regards - Core item 3 for Smolder ARAM build
Infinity Edge - Situational item option for Smolder ARAM build
Ionian Boots of Lucidity - Recommended boots for Smolder ARAM build
A Tier80.0%+39.0%5
3
Spear of Shojin - Core item 1 for Smolder ARAM buildRapid Firecannon - Core item 2 for Smolder ARAM buildTrinity Force - Core item 3 for Smolder ARAM build
Black Cleaver - Situational item option for Smolder ARAM buildLord Dominik's Regards - Situational item option for Smolder ARAM buildInfinity Edge - Situational item option for Smolder ARAM build
Ionian Boots of Lucidity - Recommended boots for Smolder ARAM build
B Tier55.6%+14.6%18
4
Essence Reaver - Core item 1 for Smolder ARAM buildSpear of Shojin - Core item 2 for Smolder ARAM buildLord Dominik's Regards - Core item 3 for Smolder ARAM build
Infinity Edge - Situational item option for Smolder ARAM build
Ionian Boots of Lucidity - Recommended boots for Smolder ARAM build
C Tier54.5%+13.6%11
5
Essence Reaver - Core item 1 for Smolder ARAM buildSpear of Shojin - Core item 2 for Smolder ARAM buildInfinity Edge - Core item 3 for Smolder ARAM build
Endless Hunger - Situational item option for Smolder ARAM build
Ionian Boots of Lucidity - Recommended boots for Smolder ARAM build
C Tier50.0%+9.0%8
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Champions that synergize best with Smolder in ARAM. Playing with these teammates increases your win rate.

Champion
Win Rate
WR Diff
Fizz - Best ARAM ally for SmolderFizz80.0%+39.0%
Sejuani - Best ARAM ally for SmolderSejuani80.0%+39.0%
Zilean - Best ARAM ally for SmolderZilean75.0%+34.0%
Brand - Best ARAM ally for SmolderBrand71.4%+30.5%
Rell - Best ARAM ally for SmolderRell66.7%+25.7%

Champions that counter Smolder in ARAM. Be careful when facing these opponents on the Howling Abyss.

Champion
Win Rate vs
WR Diff
Garen - Smolder ARAM counterGaren0.0%-41.0%
Rumble - Smolder ARAM counterRumble10.0%-31.0%
Cassiopeia - Smolder ARAM counterCassiopeia12.5%-28.5%
Tahm Kench - Smolder ARAM counterTahm Kench14.3%-26.7%
Kalista - Smolder ARAM counterKalista14.3%-26.7%

Champions that Smolder performs best against in ARAM. Target these matchups for higher win rates.

Champion
Win Rate vs
WR Diff
Nasus - Smolder beats in ARAMNasus77.8%+36.8%
Vex - Smolder beats in ARAMVex77.8%+36.8%
Shyvana - Smolder beats in ARAMShyvana71.4%+30.5%
Darius - Smolder beats in ARAMDarius66.7%+25.7%
Olaf - Smolder beats in ARAMOlaf66.7%+25.7%

Is Smolder Good in ARAM?

Smolder is currently a F-tier champion in ARAM (Patch 16.19), making them a difficult champion to succeed with.41.0% win rate Ranked #162 among all champions,Smolder faces some challenges in ARAM mode.

Smolder ARAM Performance Analysis

In ARAM, Smolder averages 9.5/9.4/22.8 KDA across 349 analyzed matches. This poke and damage dealer playstyle excels at dealing damage, ranking in the top 21.39% of ARAM damage dealers. Smolder maintains excellent survivability, ranking in the top 29.480000000000004% for KDA.

With a 0.9% 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 Fizz, achieving a combined 80.0% win rate when on the same team.

Other strong allies include Sejuani (80.0% win rate) Zilean (75.0% win rate).. Look for these synergies when your team is rolling for champions.

Smolder Counters in ARAM

Be cautious when facing Garen, who counters Smolder with a 0.0% win rate against them. Rumble and Cassiopeia 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, Spear of Shojin, Black Cleaver as core items.85.7% win rate. Gluttonous Greaves 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

🎯
Team Fight Positioning

Stay at max range to deal damage safely. Position behind your frontline and watch for flanks.

💰
Item Priority

Build damage items early in ARAM for maximum impact. Rush Essence Reaver for your first major power spike.

❄️
ARAM-Specific Strategy

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 Fizz.

Data based on Patch 16.19. Keep checking back as Smolder's performance may change with balance updates. Analysis based on 349 matches.

Similar Bottom Champions in ARAM

These champions play the same lane as Smolder in Summoner's Rift and perform well in ARAM. If you enjoy playing Smolder, you might also excel with these picks on the Howling Abyss.

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Smolder ARAM FAQ - Patch 16.19

Is Smolder good in ARAM?

Smolder has only 349 analysed matches in ARAM on patch 16.19, which is not enough to place it against other champions yet. The observed win rate is 41.0% — treat that as a first look rather than a verdict.

What is the best ARAM build for Smolder?

The highest win rate ARAM build for Smolder runs Essence Reaver, Spear of Shojin, Black Cleaver as core items, at a 85.7% win rate. Gluttonous Greaves 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 Fizz, at a 80.0% win rate when the two are on the same team. Other strong allies include Sejuani, Zilean. Look for these champions on your side to improve your odds.

Who counters Smolder in ARAM?

Garen is the biggest counter to Smolder in ARAM, winning 0.0% of games against them. Other difficult matchups include Rumble, Cassiopeia. Adjust your positioning and your build when you see these champions.

What is Smolder's ARAM win rate?

Smolder has a 41.0% win rate in ARAM on patch 16.19, ranking #162 among all champions. The pick rate is 0.9% across 349 analysed matches.

What tier is Smolder in ARAM?

Smolder does not have enough ARAM matches on patch 16.19 to be given a tier yet. The observed win rate is 41.0% across 349 analysed matches, which is too few games to rank it against other champions.

Smolder ARAM Runes and Damage

The most common Smolder ARAM rune page starts with Dark Harvest: 32% of games, 45.1% win rate over 113 games.

Damage per minute
1,647
Gold per minute
697
Healing per minute
193
KDA
3.43

Most played rune page

Dark HarvestCheap ShotGrisly MementosUltimate Hunter
PrecisionCoup de GracePresence of Mind
Adaptive Force (offense) · Adaptive Force (flex) · Health Scaling (defense)
45.1% · 113 games · 32%

Second rune page

Press the AttackPresence of MindLegend: BloodlineCut Down
DominationCheap ShotUltimate Hunter
Attack Speed (offense) · Adaptive Force (flex) · Health (defense)
35.8% · 81 games · 23%

ARAM samples are much smaller than ranked; rune pages under 30 games are not shown.