Talk:Rumble/@comment-2029593-20120126175436/@comment-24.6.194.76-20120126191413

Rumble generally struggles against ranged-AD so a Graves will naturally be tough. In my experience, though, Graves' short range makes him a much more manageable (if not easier) opponent compared to someone like Ashe. Just wait for Graves to come close to last hit and then go on the offensive. You might lose slightly more hp in the exchange if Graves uses Buckshot, but the low CD on Flamespitter allows you to quickly launch another assault while Graves is limited to auto attacks.

I can't see how you don't do enough damage pre-6 because I've always had ample damage output against Graves during pre-6. As a general tip, you shouldn't try harassing with Flamespitter until lv 3 or whenever you decide to get Flamespitter to lv 2. I cringe when inexperienced Rumble players come roaring out the gates with a lv1 Flamespitter thinking they can stomp anyone only to be crushed in an exchange (not saying its impossible just not ideal). In any case, if you don't feel confident pre-6, simply wait until you get The Equalizer!