Samira ADC Build

Samira ADC Guide | Patch 26.16

Samira, the Desert Rose, carves her name into the ADC meta with explosive burst and relentless aggression. Her 50.6% win rate across 26,504 ranked games proves she’s a force to be reckoned with in patch 16.3.

How to play Samira?

Samira thrives as a hyper-aggressive marksman who excels in extended fights and skirmishes. Early game, focus on poking with your Q (Blade Whirl) and auto-attacks while maintaining a safe distance. Your level 2 power spike is substantial—use it to bully opponents and secure early kills or assists. Mid-game, roam aggressively with your R (Inferno Trigger) to create pressure on side lanes or objectives, but avoid over-extending without vision. Late game, Samira’s true strength lies in her ability to duel and clean up low-health targets. Position yourself near your frontline to capitalize on misplays, and always be ready to flank or reposition with your E (Blade Dash) to catch out isolated enemies.

The highest-ranked ladder players who actually play Samira: last 30 days. 24 OTPs in the ranking.

1. 1elektrikgittiknk#EUWOTPCHALLENGER · 2496 LP30 games63% of their games
2. 2Slendo#DACGRANDMASTER · 2132 LP8 games4% of their games
3. 3MajorAlexander1#EUWOTPGRANDMASTER · 1970 LP9 games75% of their games
4. 4Harvey Specter#Boss2OTPGRANDMASTER · 1816 LP46 games56% of their games
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💡 Tips for Samira

• 1.Always save your E (Blade Dash) to dodge skillshots or reposition in fights—it’s your lifeline in sticky situations.
• 2.Use your Q (Blade Whirl) to poke enemies when they last-hit minions; the passive damage stacks up quickly in extended trades.
• 3.Your R (Inferno Trigger) isn’t just for damage—use it to zone enemies away from objectives or cut off flanks in teamfights.
• 4.Prioritize landing your abilities over auto-attacks; Samira’s damage scales with ability hits, not just auto-attack resets.
• 5.Roam aggressively with your R (Inferno Trigger) to create pressure, but always have an escape plan—Samira’s lack of mobility makes her vulnerable to ganks.

❓ Frequently asked questions about Samira

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