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Alistar vs Swain SUPPORT Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Alistar vs Swain

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 8, 2026

Overview

Control bot brush to threaten (W)+(Q) engages and deny (E) root setups.
Coordinate engages with ADC follow-up during short all-in windows from brush.
Use river vision to secure safe engage angles and prevent enemy roam pressure.

Trading pattern

Use brush control to threaten (W)+(Q) knockups, committing only with ADC follow-up.
Punish missed (E) roots by quickly engaging or forcing Swain off the wave.
Back off after (W)+(Q) cooldowns expire to reset lane near your side.

Danger windows

Respect (E) root followed by (W) slow; avoid minion angles enabling his pull.
Beware level 6 (R) drain zone; peel or disengage to protect ADC during extended fights.
Avoid overextending without vision as root setups enable enemy ADC follow-up damage.

Early game

Win level 2 race and only engage if ADC is ready to follow knockup.
Hold brush to limit (E) pull angles and protect ADC access.
Avoid early trades without ADC damage to punish Swain's root attempts.

Power spikes

Level 2 unlocks (W)+(Q) combo; use it to force Swain back and deny root setups.
Level 3 adds (E) stun; punish Swain's missed (E) or poor positioning with full kit.
Level 6 (R) boosts durability for dives and extended fights; use it to peel or finish engages.

Win conditions

Win brush control and coordinate with ADC to punish Swain's root attempts.
Use level 2 and 3 all-in windows to force Swain off wave and secure lane priority.
Leverage level 6 (R) for tower dives or peel to enable ADC access and dragon control.

Tip: For Alistar vs Swain, read overview, trading pattern, and danger windows first for a fast Support lane check.

Updated Jun 8, 2026New matchup