Malzahar vs Smolder
Mid Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You lose early 1v1s levels 1-3 due to Smolder's superior range and poke damage with Q, making trades unfavorable.
- At level 6, you gain kill pressure with R but Smolder can still kite you effectively if they maintain proper positioning.
How to Trade
- Your best trading pattern involves landing W on minions to generate voidlings, then using E on Smolder when they step up to last hit.
- Follow up with Q if they're silenced and can't immediately retaliate with their mobility.
Wave Control
- Push waves aggressively with E spread and W to create roam timers, as you cannot match Smolder's scaling potential in a pure farm lane.
- Force early recalls and look for jungle skirmishes where your R provides guaranteed lockdown.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Avoid using R without proper setup or when Smolder has flash available, as they can easily escape your combo.
- Don't try to match their poke trading early game - focus on wave manipulation and roam windows instead.
Created on 11/21/2025
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