Smolder + Scoped Weapons

Q itself doesn't crit, but crit chance gives a percent damage bonus. With Jeweled Gauntlet, damage goes through the roof.

Increases Q range.

Increases Q range.

Q is AoE — each enemy hit reduces CD, so once Mystic Punch lands you have infinite Q.

Based on S16 crit changes — Smolder's Q gains crit chance and crit damage. Build around Essence Reaver + Infinity Edge for huge % damage late. Currently weak early, so farm to 225 stacks safely; pick up defense if needed; with Jeweled Gauntlet etc., quality jumps massively.

Q also becomes melee range. Be careful!