A deadly marksman, Smolder evolves from a baby dragon into a formidable late-game carry using his unique Dragon Training passive and devastating abilities.

Core Abilities:

Passive - Dragon Training: Gain stacks by killing units with Q or hitting champions with abilities. Each stack increases ability damage.

Q - Super Fire Breath: Shoots a fireball that evolves through three ranks:

• Rank 1: Area explosion
• Rank 2: Additional explosions behind target
• Rank 3: True damage over time plus execute on low-health targets

W - Achoo!: Releases a fiery sneeze that damages and slows enemies, with increased damage from explosions when hitting champions.

E - Flutter, flutter, flutter: Temporarily fly and gain movement speed, crossing terrain while attacking nearby enemies (prioritizes lowest-health champions).

R - MAAAMAAAA!: Summons mother's fire wave dealing damage and slowing enemies in its path. Heals Smolder when hit by the wave.

Ability Order: Early Game (Levels 1-5):

• Situational Q or W priority based on lane matchup
• Consider 2-3 points in W for safer farming
• Focus on gathering passive stacks through minions/champions

Mid-Late Game:

1. Maximize Q
2. Complete W
3. Max E
4. Take R at 6/11/16

Core Build Path:

• Starting: Standard ADC items
• Core: Focus on AD and Crit
• Late Game: Add armor penetration and lifesteal
• Note: Minimal attack speed required

Key Tips:

• When using E, ensure you cross terrain by at least 51% to avoid falling back
• Scale safely through early game
• Leverage W for safe farming when needed
• Position carefully to maximize R's healing potential

Smolder excels as a late-game carry, requiring patient play during the early phases while gathering Dragon Training stacks for maximum impact.

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