Smolder - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
49.9%
Pick Rate
3.1%

Smolderthe Fiery Fledgling

CMarksmanMage
Patch26.14
Matches491,560
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJul 23, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Hidden amongst the craggy cliffs of the Noxian frontier, under the watchful eyes of his mother, a young dragon is learning what it means to be heir to the Camavoran imperial dragon lineage. Playful and eager to grow up, Smolder looks for any excuse to practice his burgeoning abilities. Though he's still a fledgling, his skills are nothing to sneeze at, easily setting fire to anything that burns.

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Patch 26.14 Smolder Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.1351.29%
Patch 26.1449.92%
-1.37%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.133.14%
Patch 26.143.14%
0.00%

Quick overview of Smolder's optimal setup in League of Legends. Smolder's top build includes Crimson Lucidity, Essence Reaver, Spear of Shojin, using Deathfire Touch, Nimbus Cloak, Celerity for maximum effectiveness. Smolder performs well against Xayah, Draven, Jhin but struggles against MissFortune, Senna, Aphelios.

Smolder's base statistics in League of Legends. Smolder has 575 base health, 58 attack damage, 24 armor, and 30 magic resist. Understanding Smolder's stats is crucial for maximizing Smolder's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Smolder's stats against other champions to see how Smolder ranks.

  • Smolder ability powerAP:0+0/lvl
  • Smolder attack damageAD:58+0/lvl
  • Smolder attack speedAS:0+4/lvl
  • Smolder critical strike chanceCrit %:0%+0%/lvl
  • Smolder manaMana:300+40/lvl
  • Smolder mana regenMana Regen:8+0.7/lvl
  • Smolder healthHealth:575+100/lvl
  • Smolder health regenHealth Regen:3+0.6/lvl
  • Smolder armorArmor:24+4/lvl
  • Smolder magic resistanceMR:30+1.3/lvl
  • Smolder movement speedSpeed:330
  • Smolder attack rangeAttack Range:550
Compare Against Other Champions

Smolder ranks in the 21.4 percentile for early game strength, 71.7 percentile for late game scaling, 41.4 percentile for objective control, 20.4 percentile for support strength, 89.0 percentile for creep farming, and 93.1 percentile for damage output.

Smolder maintains relatively consistent performance across different skill tiers in League of Legends, with win rates remaining stable from Iron (52.5%) to Diamond (53.8%). This stability, with only a 1.3% variance, indicates that Smolder has a balanced skill floor and ceiling. The champion's effectiveness doesn't drastically change based on player skill level, suggesting that Smolder's core strengths are accessible to players across all ranks while still offering depth for experienced players. Performance data across tiers (Iron (52.5%), Bronze (47.8%), Silver (48.2%), Gold (49.7%), Platinum (47.2%)) shows that Smolder provides value regardless of whether you're learning the champion or have mastered the mechanics. This consistency makes Smolder a reliable pick for players at any skill level. Both new and veteran players can find success by focusing on fundamental gameplay principles such as proper positioning, ability timing, and decision-making. While mechanical skill helps optimize Smolder's performance, the champion's stable win rate across ranks demonstrates that game knowledge and smart play are equally important. Players can confidently pick Smolder knowing that the champion's viability isn't heavily dependent on reaching higher skill tiers, though continued practice and improvement will naturally enhance your effectiveness.

Smolder Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Smolder Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 54.76% win rate in 45 minute games, while performing lowest at 46.36% in 20 minute games. Understanding Smolder Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Champions similar to Smolder include Draven, Gragas, Elise. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Smolder in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Smolder, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.

When to Pick Smolder

Smolder is a C tier champion with a 49.92% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. Similar champions include Draven, Gragas, Elise. Smolder struggles against Miss Fortune and Senna.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Xayah and Draven
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 52.0% win rate
  • Scales well into late game teamfights

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Miss Fortune (39.4% enemy WR)
  • Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
  • Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
  • Can be punished by coordinated team play

Strategic Tips

1

Optimal Matchups

Pick Smolder into favorable matchups like Xayah where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2

Rune Selection

Use the optimal Sorcery + Inspiration rune setup for a 52.0% win rate.

3

Power Spikes

Smolder scales into late game - focus on farming safely and teamfighting after 25 minutes.

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Smolder Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Smolder in League of Legends?

Smolder is currently C tier in League of Legends patch 26.14. Smolder ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Smolder's win rate?

Smolder has a 49.92% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.14. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Smolder's overall performance in ranked games.

Which champions are similar to Smolder?

Champions similar to Smolder include Draven, Gragas, and Elise. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Smolder in League of Legends.

How does Smolder perform during different match durations?

Smolder's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Smolder's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Smolder's performance at different game lengths.