Archived Comp: This comp is from a prior TFT set, kept here for when older sets get brought back in set revivals.

Warden Malzahar Items & Builds

What Malzahar and the rest of Warden Malzahar should hold, which components to grab first and what to slam early.

Warden Malzahar S Tier
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Best Malzahar build
Jeweled GauntletDawncoreNashor's Tooth100.0%
Top component
Giant's Belt
Itemized units
6
Top emblem
Juggernaut Emblem
Top 4 rate
75.1%

Best item builds in Warden Malzahar

185 ranked games

Malzahar does best with Jeweled Gauntlet, Dawncore, and Nashor's Tooth in this comp: 100.0% top 4 over 4 games. Pick a unit to see its other full builds.

MalzaharMalzahar
BuildTop 4GamesShare
Jeweled GauntletDawncoreNashor's Tooth100.0%42%
Nashor's ToothNashor's ToothThe Darkin Staff100.0%32%
Hextech GunbladeBlue BuffNashor's Tooth100.0%21%

Few full builds tracked for Malzahar in this comp — these are the most common ones, not a ranking.

ZoeZoe
BuildTop 4GamesShare
Hextech GunbladeSpear of ShojinArchangel's Staff100.0%21%
Jeweled GauntletSpear of ShojinAdaptive Helm100.0%21%
Spear of ShojinMorellonomiconGiant Slayer100.0%21%

Few full builds tracked for Zoe in this comp — these are the most common ones, not a ranking.

SeraphineSeraphine
BuildTop 4GamesShare
Spear of ShojinLich BaneGiant Slayer100.0%21%
MorellonomiconSpear of ShojinRabadon's Deathcap100.0%21%
Thief's GlovesWarmog's ArmorQuicksilver100.0%21%

Few full builds tracked for Seraphine in this comp — these are the most common ones, not a ranking.

NautilusNautilus
BuildTop 4GamesShare
Bramble VestDragon's ClawWarmog's Armor100.0%42%
Bramble VestGargoyle StoneplateAegis of Dawn100.0%21%
Gargoyle StoneplateProtector's VowSpirit Visage100.0%21%

Few full builds tracked for Nautilus in this comp — these are the most common ones, not a ranking.

BraumBraum
BuildTop 4GamesShare
Juggernaut EmblemIonic SparkProtector's Vow100.0%21%
Gargoyle StoneplateLast WhisperWit's End100.0%21%
Thief's GlovesNashor's ToothDeathblade100.0%21%

Few full builds tracked for Braum in this comp — these are the most common ones, not a ranking.

LorisLoris
BuildTop 4GamesShare
Steadfast HeartWarmog's ArmorRadiant Spirit Visage100.0%21%
Thief's GlovesGuinsoo's RagebladeGargoyle Stoneplate100.0%21%
Dragon's ClawBramble VestGargoyle Stoneplate100.0%21%

Few full builds tracked for Loris in this comp — these are the most common ones, not a ranking.

Component priority for Warden Malzahar

The builds above lean hardest on Giant's Belt and Chain Vest, so take those first from carousels and early drops to finish Malzahar items on time.

  • Giant's BeltGiant's Belt17%
  • Chain VestChain Vest15%
  • Negatron CloakNegatron Cloak14%
  • Needlessly Large RodNeedlessly Large Rod11%
  • Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves11%
  • Tear of the GoddessTear of the Goddess11%
  • B.F. SwordB.F. Sword10%
  • Recurve BowRecurve Bow10%
  • Frying PanFrying Pan1%

Share of all components the comp's top builds use, weighted by how often each build is played.

What to slam: Warden Malzahar item planner

Tap the components on your bench to see which items for Malzahar and the rest of the board you can build right now.

Item slam planner

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Who holds items in Warden Malzahar

Every item each unit holds in this comp, most common first. "vs. comp" compares to the comp's own 75.1% top 4; "vs. all boards" compares to the same unit with the same item across every board.

UnitItemGamesTop 4vs. compvs. all boards
MalzaharMalzaharNashor's ToothNashor's Tooth290100.0%+24.9+41.3
Jeweled GauntletJeweled Gauntlet163100.0%+24.9+45.2

Deltas are hidden for items held in fewer than 8 games.

Emblems for Warden Malzahar

The most played emblem here is Juggernaut Emblem, usually on Braum.

Juggernaut EmblemJuggernaut EmblemOn Braum · 2 games
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Warden Malzahar items FAQ – TFT Set 16

What items does Malzahar need in Warden Malzahar?

Build Jeweled Gauntlet, Dawncore, and Nashor's Tooth on Malzahar. It is the strongest tracked build in this comp with a 100.0% top 4 rate over 4 games.

What are the best items for Warden Malzahar?

Malzahar: Jeweled Gauntlet, Dawncore, and Nashor's Tooth. Zoe: Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin, and Archangel's Staff. Seraphine: Spear of Shojin, Lich Bane, and Giant Slayer.

Which components should I take first for Warden Malzahar?

Prioritise Giant's Belt and Chain Vest. They go into the most items Warden Malzahar builds, so taking them early lets you finish Malzahar items on time.

Who should hold items in Warden Malzahar?

Itemize Malzahar, Zoe, and Seraphine. Put your first completed damage items on Malzahar.

What is the best emblem for Warden Malzahar?

Juggernaut Emblem is the most played emblem in Warden Malzahar, usually given to Braum.