Underlord + Alchemist

Why this works

Farming the same side of the map can feel inefficient for this pair. Both Underlord and Alchemist have ways to quickly clear waves and jungle camps, which often leads to them competing for the same resources. Underlord uses Firestorm to build his own items and apply pressure, while Alchemist’s entire game plan relies on maximizing his gold from every possible source. When both heroes are trying to accelerate their farm in the same areas, it can unintentionally slow down the Alchemist’s crucial item timings, delaying the point where he can take over the game. This fundamental conflict over map resources is the core issue.

The game plan can therefore feel split. Underlord often wants to group up and force teamfights with his aura, but Alchemist might not be ready to join, preferring to farm another item. While a well-timed Fiend's Gate can bring a farmed Alchemist into a key fight or save him from a gank, this requires a high level of coordination. More often, the enemy team can exploit this timing gap, either picking off a solo Alchemist or forcing a fight against an incomplete lineup. The result is a game that hinges on perfect execution, which doesn't always come together.