Overview
Strengths & Weaknesses
Strengths
- +Exceptional sustained damage output with high attack speed and range
- +Strong kiting potential with mobility tools to maintain distance
- +Superior late-game carry potential when properly farmed
Weaknesses
- −Vulnerable in early game skirmishes without items
- −Limited teamfight presence compared to utility marksmen
- −Requires precise positioning to avoid being caught out
Kit
Abilities
PPASSIVE
Icon
Name
1SKILL 1
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Crime
2SKILL 2
[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/7/73/Stut_c1.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162009)
Death Bloom
RULTIMATE
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Eyes of Zealot
1SKILL 1
[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/9/9e/Stut_c3.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162038)
Last Breath
Leveling
Skill Order
Priority: R > Q > W| Skill | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 | 13 | 14 | 15 |
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1[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/5/58/Stut_noi_tai.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115161951) | 1 | · | 3 | · | 5 | · | 7 | · | 9 | · | · | · | 13 | · | · |
2[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/7/73/Stut_c1.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162009) | · | 2 | · | 4 | · | · | · | 8 | · | 10 | · | 12 | · | 14 | · |
R[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/5/5e/Stut_c2.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162019) | · | · | · | · | · | 6 | · | · | · | · | 11 | · | · | · | 15 |
Build
Loadout
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Mechanics
Core Combos
01
Standard Trade
2
[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/7/73/Stut_c1.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162009)AA
AutoAA
AutoAA
AutoUse W to gap close or kite, then chain auto attacks for consistent damage trades in lane phase
02
Burst Engage
1
[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/5/58/Stut_noi_tai.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115161951)Fl
FlickerAA
Auto2
[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/7/73/Stut_c1.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162009)Dash-flicker combo to catch isolated targets, activate Q for burst, then kite away with W
03
Team Fight Cleanup
R
[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/5/5e/Stut_c2.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162019)AA
AutoAA
Auto2
[](https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/strikeofkings_gamepedia_en/images/7/73/Stut_c1.png/revision/latest?cb=20250115162009)Use ultimate to lock down priority targets, then position safely while dealing consistent DPS to grouped enemies
Strategy
Gameplan
Early Game
Levels 1–6- →Play passively and focus on last-hitting to scale; avoid unnecessary poke without minion advantage
- →Maintain map awareness for ganks; position closer to tower until level 4
- →Coordinate with support for small trading windows when enemy cooldowns are down
Mid Game
Post Broken Spear- →Group with team for objectives; your damage becomes relevant once you complete 2-3 items
- →Secure farm in side lanes when safe, but rotate for major teamfights around dragon/gold mine
- →Pressure grouping enemies by showing up in fights; your mere presence forces positioning changes
Late Game
Teamfight phase- →Position in backline with 3-4 teammates nearby; peel for yourself by kiting around allies
- →Focus the most dangerous target while maintaining distance; let tankier teammates initiate
- →Use vision control to prevent enemy ambushes; stick with your team to maximize DPS output
Matchups
Matchups
Stuart gets countered by
QiHigh burst damage and mobility make it difficult for Stuart to kite; interrupts his damage chains
ZillMultiple gap closers and crowd control lock down Stuart despite W; untargetable phases negate sustained damage
RyomaGap closer and invulnerability frames allow all-in without consequence; tanky enough to survive Stuart's poke
Stuart synergizes with
GrakkTanky frontline with crowd control sets up kills; provides peel for Stuart's backline positioning
ThaneInitiates teamfights and absorbs damage; gives Stuart safe windows to deal full DPS without interruption
KrixiRanged support with stun and shield enables Stuart's scaling; mirrors his positioning for dual backline advantage
Tips
Pro Tips
- →Prioritize attack speed items early to spike damage during mid-game rotation windows when enemies group
- →In close fights, use W reactively to create space rather than offensively; survival enables damage
- →Ward enemy jungle entrances aggressively; Stuart's immobility without W makes him gank-prone before 15 minutes
Stuart is an S-tier pick in the current meta due to his unmatched DPS scaling and 50% win rate across high-elo games. Pick him into scaling-heavy comps when your team can provide peel and early game stability. Avoid into dive-heavy teams with multiple gap closers unless playing with reliable supports.