Sniper + Tidehunter

Why this works

Choosing a frontline for Sniper often means finding a hero who can force enemies to stand still. Tidehunter provides a simple, reliable answer to that problem. The core of the synergy is Ravage, which creates a huge window for Sniper to unload damage from a safe distance without being threatened. This gives Sniper the ideal teamfight he's looking for. Even outside of that big ultimate, Tidehunter’s Gush is a great setup tool, slowing a target and reducing their armor so Sniper can finish them off. Tidehunter's natural tankiness lets him absorb a lot of attention, creating the space Sniper needs.

The game plan is very straightforward: Tidehunter initiates with Blink and Ravage, and Sniper cleans up from the back line. Once this combo is online in the mid-game, it defines how teamfights will play out. The main weakness is that this is a telegraphed strategy. Opponents will try to itemize against it with things like Black King Bar or look for a pickoff on Sniper before a fight can even start. The synergy provides a solid foundation for a teamfight, but its success depends on Tidehunter catching the right targets before the enemy can react.