I just introduced the game to my brother and he likes it and shows potential. Now im able to play in the same room with him. Hes lvl 19 so i could q with my main acc and drag him into mid silver elo games (he'll probably get smashed) or i can make a smurf and ease him into it.
I realize the stigma of smurfs and their affect on new players. Id like some opinions, thanks!
Smurf...100% I cant really pin point a perfect reason but i would say your reasoning is pretty solid lol. It'll be much more enjoyable for the both of u.
I say if he is level 19 you can play with him on your main. Technically on a smurf you will just cripple yourself to help him out. If playing at lower levels does help him, then go for that, but for him to get better overall faster, him going against harder opponents will make him better quicker. I say it is just how much he can handle getting stomped repeatedly and how fast he can learn from mistakes. If he can handle it and learns fast, then play with your main. If he gets discouraged easily and will be happier playing with people eat "his" level, then go on your smurf.
Also the only smurfs I really hate are the ones who flame or rage or whine.
