Smolder - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
48.3%
Pick Rate
4.4%

Smolderthe Fiery Fledgling

DMarksmanMage
Patch26.12
Matches112,472
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 13, 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 26.12 Smolder Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.1150.98%
Patch 26.1248.32%
-2.65%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.110.00%
Patch 26.120.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Smolder's optimal setup in League of Legends. Smolder's top build includes Ionian Boots of Lucidity, Essence Reaver, Black Cleaver, using Deathfire Touch, Nimbus Cloak, Celerity for maximum effectiveness. Smolder performs well against Malzahar, Corki, Kalista but struggles against Hwei, MissFortune, Kaisa.

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 27.3 percentile for early game strength, 47.1 percentile for late game scaling, 35.3 percentile for objective control, 20.6 percentile for support strength, 89.0 percentile for creep farming, and 93.6 percentile for damage output.

Smolder demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 2.8% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Smolder may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Smolder achieves a 54.5% win rate, which gradually declines to 51.7% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Smolder's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (54.5%), Bronze (53.5%), Silver (45.5%), Gold (48.4%), Platinum (49.1%)) suggests that while Smolder can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Smolder's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Smolder is unviable at higher ranks - rather, it requires more sophisticated strategies, better macro play, and careful matchup selection. Players at higher elos should focus on understanding when to pick Smolder, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Smolder at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.

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 50.00% win rate in 35 minute games, while performing lowest at 36.67% 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 Aurora, Aphelios, Akshan. 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 D tier champion with a 48.32% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.12. Similar champions include Aurora, Aphelios, Akshan. Smolder struggles against Hwei and Miss Fortune.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Malzahar and Corki
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 48.3% win rate
  • Scales well into late game teamfights

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Hwei (20.0% 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 Malzahar where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2

Rune Selection

Use the optimal Sorcery + Inspiration rune setup for a 48.3% 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 D tier in League of Legends patch 26.12. Smolder ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Smolder's win rate?

Smolder has a 48.32% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.12. 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 Aurora, Aphelios, and Akshan. 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.