How to counter Swain
Swain is a mage who deals magic damage. Key traits: healing and sustain, crowd control.
Best picks against Swain
9.2 Ekko Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
9.2 Kayn Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
9.2 Nidalee Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
9.2 Nocturne Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Diana Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Kassadin Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Kha'Zix Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
8.6 Talon Assassinkills squishy targets fast · strong in the current meta
Items to buy against Swain
- Mortal Remindercuts healing
- Morellonomiconcuts healing
- Thornmailcuts healing
- Force of Naturevs magic damage
- Maw of Malmortiusvs magic damage
- Banshee's Veilvs magic damage
Suggested build for Swain
- Boots of Mana
- Luden's Echo
- Rabadon's Deathcap
- Void Staff
- Zhonya's Hourglass
- Infinity Orb
Keystone rune
- ElectrocuteKeystone rune
- Battle spell: Flash + Ignite
How to play against Swain
- Swain heals a lot: buy an anti-heal item (Mortal Reminder) early.
- Swain has crowd control: tenacity boots or spells like Purify shorten it.
- Swain is fragile: assassins and diving fighters can catch it quickly.
- Swain deals magic damage: a magic defense item makes it much easier.
Frequently asked questions
Who is the best counter to Swain?
The strongest picks against Swain right now are Ekko, Kayn, and Nidalee. Ekko stands out: kills squishy targets fast.
What items should I buy against Swain?
The most useful items against Swain: Mortal Reminder, Morellonomicon, Thornmail, Force of Nature, Maw of Malmortius, and Banshee's Veil.
What is the best build for Swain?
Suggested build for Swain: Boots of Mana, Luden's Echo, Rabadon's Deathcap, Void Staff, Zhonya's Hourglass, and Infinity Orb. Keystone rune: Electrocute.
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