Teach us how to play Pele in SMITE 2!

Pele derives from Hawaiian mythology, being the daughter of Haumea, the goddess of fertility, and Kane Milohai, the creator god, carrying the burning flame of creation. This flame not only represents fire, but also transformations, whether emotional or otherwise. According to mythology, Pele took refuge on the Big Island of Hawaii, in the Kīlauea volcano, where he resides to this day and manifests himself through volcanic explosions.

Now about the Pele we know, we have an excellent jungler, who abuses her mobility, which allows her to guarantee ambushes.

Skills

Passive - Everlasting Flame: When you reach less than 50% life, you will gain strength and lifesteal (Be aware that this skill has a cooldown)

Skill 1 - Pyroclast: Fires a block of magna that will return to you, when at maximum range, causing damage to those in the way, you have 2 charges of the skill and it causes fuel.

Skill 2 - Eruption: Deals damage and knocks enemies around you into the air.

Skill 3 - Magma Rush: Gains movement speed (it's an active skill) and deals damage to nearby opponents. You can reactivate the skill to amplify the effect, spending more fuel to power up the skill.

Ultimate - Volcanic Rush: Becomes immune to CC and will advance forward, dealing damage and retargeting the first enemy affected by firing cone-shaped damage for the next 10 seconds or 4 attacks.

Gameplay tips

I recommend you play an early game focusing on your jungle fields and taking advantage of any possible ganks on fragile lanes, abuse your movement speed until you get your ultimate, which is your great trick for securing fights, it's a VERY strong ability.

Your positioning has to be good, you're a great game changer, especially flanking, it requires experience over time, but keep that in mind.

Build

As I always say, I follow Frgotenpower

Leveling

4 > 2 > 1 > 3

Pele is a jungle standout, an excellent choice for those who want mobility, explosive damage and group control.

Passive (Everlasting Flame): When she reaches less than 50% life, Pele has an increase in strength and life steal, which can be renewed when she gets a kill or assist. In longer fights, this passive is very useful, becoming an important threat.

Skill 1 (Pyroclast): A magma projectile is fired that deals physical damage and provides fuel per enemy hit. When it reaches its maximum range, the magma shoots shrapnel back into the Skin, causing more physical damage to enemies hit on the way back. The number of shards that return varies according to the rating of the skill, which has two charges. I find it very useful for clearing waves of minions, for example.

Skill 2 (Eruption): Pele hits the ground, creating volcanic eruptions. Enemies take physical damage and are thrown, which provides group control. It's a great strategy for starting fights and triggering a surprise attack, especially if you activate this skill in the magma rush state, where you can still run a short distance before erupting.

Skill 3 (Magma Rush): Movement speed and repeated physical damage to enemies is what Pele gains. This skill uses fuel for its duration and has no recharge time, so you can reactivate it and increase its effect, generating even more damage and gaining more speed. It's important to remember the fuel consumption, so I like to use it to guarantee high damage or to reposition myself.

Ultimate (Volcanic Rush): Pele becomes immune to CC and advances, dealing physical damage to enemies, as well as slowing down the first god hit. As he advances, he can perform 4 basic attacks in a cone, which deals physical damage to nearby enemies, as well as causing reduced damage to the target hit. Very effective for escaping and taking down opponents.

The order of skills to upgrade I prefer: 1-2-3 even and ultimate whenever possible. For the jungle build, some important items: Bumbas Hammer, ideal for clearing and ganks; Titan's bane for increased penetration; Blink Rune; The Crusher...

One tip that I think is important: know how to manage the passive, sometimes a moment with reduced life can be an opportunity to activate it. Finally, I don't think Pele is easy to play, but with dedication and good will she's an excellent choice :)

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Pele's guide in Smite 2 in more detail, including playstyle, strategy, item builds, and advanced tips.

Pele's Profile - Role: Assassin

Pele is a god with high burst damage and mobility. He excels in one-on-one combat, able to kill squishy (vulnerable) targets very quickly. Pele is usually played in the Jungle role, but can be flexible depending on team composition.

Skill Explanation (Continued)

1. Pyroclast (Skill 1)

Suitable for use as a combo opener and closer.

The shards from the fireball can hit the enemy twice (going and returning), so keep your position so that the shards return through the enemy.

2. Eruption (Skill 2)

Pele's main CC (crowd control).

Use it to trap or disturb enemies before combo damage.

Can be used to clear jungle camps faster if directed well.

3. Magma Rush (Skill 3)

This skill strengthens mobility and provides continuous damage.

In amplify mode, Pele can be very difficult to chase or counter.

Use it to get in and out of fights quickly.

4. Volcanic Lightning (Ultimate)

Main burst and execute skill.

After use, basic attacks deal AoE (area of effect) damage—very effective for small teamfights or duels.

Don't waste it, save it for finishing or important engages.

Advanced and Situational Combos

1. Engage Combo (Gank or Initiation)

3 (Rush) > 2 (Eruption) > 1 (Pyroclast) > Basic > 4 (Ulti)

This combination is effective for surprising and finishing off enemy carries.

2. All-In Combo (Teamfight Burst)

4 (Ulti) > Basic Attack + AoE > 2 (CC) > 3 (Amplified Rush)

Suitable for finishing off enemy damage dealers during teamfights.

3. Escape / Cautious Combo

3 > 1 (Pyroclast for zoning)

Use if you are in a dangerous position and want to escape.

Pele Item Build

Starter Items (Jungle)

Eye of the Jungle – Regen and clear jungle faster.

Bumba’s Dagger (optional) – Stronger scaling if you want late-game power spike.

Core Items

Jotunn's Wrath – CDR and burst power.

Hydra’s Lament – Strong synergy with basic after skill.

Heartseeker – Additional burst damage, very effective for weakening tanks.

Arondight – Suitable to be paired with ultimate because it gives bonus movement and damage.

Situational Items

Serrated Edge – If you want sustain and lifesteal.

Titan’s Bane – To penetrate tank armor.

Mantle of Discord – Additional survivability.

Pele Playing Tips

Primary target: Focus on weak enemy Mage or Hunter.

Don't be greedy: Pele is strong, but easy to defeat if ganged up on. Choose your fights carefully.

Control passive timing: When your health is <50%, use passive for burst and lifesteal.

Beware of wards: Since you are an assassin, wards are essential to avoid getting hit during rotation

Here is a complete guide to playing Pele in Smite 2, from early game to late game.

I. Specific Build

Early Game

Starter: Eye of the Jungle

Boots: Warrior Tabi (or suitable upgrade in Smite 2)

First Item: Jotunn’s Wrath – CDR + Power + Mana sustain

Jungle Route: Red Buff > Speed Buff > Mid Harass > Back Harpy

Mid Game

Hydra’s Lament – Boost auto attack after skill (suitable after ulti)

Arondight – Synergizes with Ult, gives burst damage + movement

Serrated Edge – Lifesteal + Movement Speed + Penetration

Late Game

Heartseeker – Large scaling, suitable for burst carry and tank

Titan’s Bane – Anti tank (if the opponent has a thick frontline)

Optional Defense: Mantle of Discord (anti burst), Magi’s Cloak (anti CC)

II. Gameplay Plan – Jungle Guide

Early Game (Level 1–5)

Focus on farming jungle & helping mid lane.

Steal enemy jungle if possible.

Use Pyroclast for fast clear and zoning.

Combination Gank:

Enter through bushes > Skill 3 to approach > Skill 2 for CC > Skill 1 for burst.

Mid Game (Level 6–13)

Often rotate to side lane.

Look for pick off moment (1v1), Pele is strong in duel.

Save ultimate for dive to backline.

Scenario:

Gank duo lane who push too far.

Contest objective like Pyromancer or Gold Fury.

Late Game (Level 14–20)

Don’t initiate teamfight head-on.

Look for flank through jungle/side of map.

Kill enemy carry with full combo > escape using Skill 3 if needed.

Priority Targets:

1. Enemy Mage

2. Enemy Hunter

3. Enemy Jungler (Don't waste combos on support or tank)

III. Advanced Tips

Use passive when blood is red: Ideal for counter engage, because the lifesteal is large.

Timing Ult is important: Don't just press. Make sure the position and conditions are safe.

Pele can solo objective: With lifesteal and Magma Rush, he can kill Fire Giant quickly if alone

Pele build guide against certain enemy compositions:

I. Against Many Crowd Control (CC)

Problem: Stun, root, silence can stop Pele's combo.

Additional Items:

Magi's Cloak: Provides a bubble to block one CC.

Winged Blade: Anti slow + movement speed.

Purification Beads (Relic): Mandatory when there are many hard CC.

Tips:

Enter teamfight after enemy CC exits.

Use skill 3 (Magma Rush) to avoid skill shots.

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III. Against Many Healing (Anti Heal Build)

Problem: Opponents have healers like Aphrodite, Guan Yu, Ra.

Additional Items:

Brawler's Beat Stick: Physical anti-heal item (core item in the 2nd or 3rd slot).

Toxic Blade (optional, if you often use basic attacks).

Focus on bursts before the healer can help.

Tips:

Target the healer or carry that the healer saves first.

Coordinate with support or mage for additional anti-heal effects.

III. Against Tanky Composition (Thick Frontline)

Problem: Difficult to penetrate armor and requires continuous damage.

Additional Items:

Titan's Bane: High armor penetration.

Heartseeker: Damage scaled by enemy HP, suitable for tank opponents.

The Crusher: Additional DPS (damage per second) from passive bleed.

Tips:

Focus on the backline, avoid throwing combos at tanks.

Attack from the side or back, not through the frontline

Pele’s Relic, Glyph, and Infographic Build Guide Based on Situation.

Best Relic (Active) for Pele

Top Picks

1. Purification Beads – Mandatory if the enemy has hard CC (stun, root, etc.)

2. Blink Rune – For surprising initiation or flank.

Situational Alternatives

Aegis Amulet – Counter burst mages like Scylla or Thoth.

Wing Shard – Additional movement speed for early engage/gank.

Suitable Glyph (Item Upgrade)

Jotunn’s Vigor: After a kill or assist, you get bonus movement speed.

Hydra’s Star (Upgrade to Hydra’s Lament): The combination of burst and sustain is very strong with Pele’s passive.

Pele Build Infographic Based on Situation

This is the first jungle build I suggest:

This is the second build which focuses on damage and defense:

This is the third build that I recommend in the jungle:

For this fourth build, the focus is on bruiser damage :

And finally, there is a build that changes the situational in the gameplay and the relics that are used:

Build Strategy Based on Team Position

If Your Team Needs an Initiator

Use Blink + Volcanic Lightning (Ult) to open a teamfight.

Make sure sustain items like Serrated Edge or Mantle of Discord.

If Your Team Already Has a Frontliner

Play as a flanker. Focus on full damage burst build.

Use Ward and pathing from the back to kill the enemy carry

Best jungle for beginners, helps chase down your foes with lightning fast movement and torment the other team. Big team player character, but squichy when playing alone with her. Build this God with full crit and speedy basic attacks to get the most out of this god. This goddess of volcanoes has a fiery spirit. Exiled from her homeland, Pele shaped the Hawaiian islands with her volcanic power,her passion scorching and renewing all in its path. Her worshippers are those who honor life's fierce energy. Those who respect the land and recognize its unforgiving beauty. They know Pele as both protector and vengeful force, her love force but her wrath formidable. As chaos brews among the gods, pele's lava flows hot and unrelenting, defending the land she created and all who call it home..

Pair this hero up with a strong solo lane and you'll have a death combination to destroy any force, or use her as a jungle push in g lower end foes, this god can easily cause major destruction..

Pele is relentless when it comes to joust and conquest, and probably the best jungle if you know how to play her well. No one stands a chance against you with her force