Smolder vs Garen · Top lane matchup
Core game plan
Garen can't stop you from farming early, and you outscale him hard later, easily kiting him.
Strength by game time
Lv 1–3LaningLevel 6Mid gameTeamfights
4:6.
4:6.
5:5.
4:6.
6:4.
Farm safely early; Garen can't pressure you.Kite Garen with W slow during laning.After 6, watch for Garen ult; keep distance.Mid game, keep farming, avoid direct fights.In teamfights, stay near allies, don't frontline.
Detailed breakdown
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