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
