Smolder Runes Guide for Bot Lane

For optimal performance in patch 15.4, Smolder's most effective rune setup combines Precision and Sorcery paths, achieving a 48.6% win rate across 1,247 matches.

Primary Runes (Precision):

• Keystone: Fleet Footwork
• Presence of Mind
• Legend: Haste
• Coup de Grace

Secondary Runes (Sorcery):

• Transcendence
• Gathering Storm

Strong Against:

• Samira (56.9% WR)
• Kalista (55.8% WR)
• Tristana (54.3% WR)
• Kai'Sa (54.3% WR)
• Viktor (53.8% WR)
• Sivir (52.3% WR)

Weak Against:

• Kog'Maw (28.6% WR)
• Yasuo (35.3% WR)
• Nilah (35.6% WR)
• Corki (40.3% WR)
• Jinx (41.6% WR)
• Swain (41.7% WR)

Best Support Synergy:

• Nami (53.5% WR)

Key Tips:

1. Conserve your W ability - using it carelessly makes you vulnerable to CC
2. Secure level 2 advantage for better trading potential
3. Take E at level 2 for early all-in potential
4. Maximize Passive usage by consistently attacking enemies to upgrade Q early

Combat Strategy:

• Focus on consistent auto-attacks to stack your Passive
• Save W for safe positioning or when enemy CC is on cooldown
• Coordinate with support for level 2 power spike

Note: These statistics and recommendations are based on current patch data and may change with updates.

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