Brand & Caitlyn vs Smolder & Nami
Bot Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 through superior damage output and poke, as Nami's healing can't match your W-Q burst damage.
- Post-6 your R adds massive teamfight presence while maintaining lane dominance through continued poke advantage.
Synergy & Trading
- Lead with W on minions to hit Smolder, then follow with Q for stun when he's forced to CS in range.
- Coordinate with Caitlyn's traps by placing W on trapped targets for guaranteed passive stacks and follow-up damage.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Push aggressively early to establish vision control and roam timings around level 4-5 when you have two points in W.
- Look for mid lane roams when the wave is pushed and your ADC is safe, as your CC and damage are crucial for early skirmishes.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste Q without W setup, as missing your stun leaves you vulnerable to Nami engage.
- Avoid standing in minion waves where Nami can Q multiple targets, and don't overextend for poke without proper ward coverage.
Created on 12/02/2025
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