Slow Push for Dragon

You’re in mid lane and dragon is spawning in 45 seconds.

Scenario

• Both teams are relatively even in gold
• Your team has slightly better dragon-fighting potential
• The wave is currently in the middle of the lane
• Both you and your opponent have teleport available

Question

How should you manipulate the wave to create the best advantage for your team?

Options

A) Hard push the wave immediately B) Start a slow push by only last hitting C) Freeze the wave in the middle D) Set up a slow push by thinning the enemy wave slightly

Correct Answer

D) Set up a slow push by thinning the enemy wave slightly

Explanation

Setting up a slow push:

1. Creates a large wave that will crash into enemy tower during dragon fight
2. Forces someone to respond to the wave or lose significant resources
3. Gives your team a numbers advantage at dragon
4. Provides a safe way to back and rotate to dragon