Sivir vs Smolder ADC Matchup Guide | LaneStomp

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Sivir vs Smolder

Confidence mediumUpdated Jun 7, 2026

Overview

This lane hinges on denying Smolder safe (Q) stacks by punishing last-hit attempts near minions.
Sivir controls the wave with (W) to pressure Smolder's predictable CS paths.
Sivir wins short trades by blocking Smolder's key engage with (E) and punishing cooldown windows.

Trading pattern

Punish Smolder stepping up for last hits with (Q) double-hit or (W) when support threat is low.
Avoid short-range auto trades without (E) ready, as Smolder's poke and (E) mobility punish hard.
Use (E) to block Smolder's key poke or engage spells, then trade with (W) damage through minions.

Danger windows

(E) flight creates unpredictable engage angles; avoid trading when (E) is available.
Step back if enemy support controls brush or threat zone, denying safe last-hit punish windows.
Beware (R) at level 6, which can heal and swing low-health trades against you.

Early game

Use the first three waves to thin the wave and punish Smolder's low-health caster minion CS.
Hold (E) for (W) poke or support engage attempts before committing to trades.
Position to punish Smolder's last hits only when enemy support cannot immediately counterattack.

Power spikes

(E) availability is critical to deny Smolder's poke and engage setup; hold it for key spells.
Level 6 (R) enables team movement advantage; use it to turn neutral waves into coordinated fights.
First completed marksman item increases waveclear and poke, allowing safer pressure on (Q) stacks.

Win conditions

Convert waveclear and (E) blocks into denying (Q) stacks and forcing recalls.
Crash waves to secure turret plates and dragon control before Smolder scales.
Use (R) to enable teamfights where (W) DPS and movement speed secure kills and objectives.