Tahm Kench & Smolder vs Aphelios & Hwei
Bot Lane Matchup
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Who Wins
- You win pre-6 2v2s through superior engage potential with Q-W combo and early game tankiness.
- Post-6 your R gives even more engage options, but respect Aphelios' weapon combinations that can turn fights quickly.
Synergy & Trading
- Land Q first, then immediately W to guarantee the engage while Smolder follows up with damage.
- Use your passive stacks to threaten devour, forcing enemies to respect your zone control even without abilities.
Wave Control/Roaming
- Don't roam early as your ADC needs protection and stacking time, but consider roams after level 6 when your R gives global presence.
- Best roam timings are when Smolder has safe farming tools and the wave is in a good state.
Mistakes to Avoid
- Don't waste W on Aphelios when he has Gravitum, as he can root you mid-dash and turn the engage.
- Avoid extended trades when low on health, as Hwei's poke can finish you before you can engage effectively.
Created on 12/08/2025
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