MaokaiTFT Build
Old Growth
Juggernaut
5 CostBest Maokai build for TFT Set 18 with 66.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Ionic Spark, Evenshroud, and Steadfast Heart. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 18 Maokai builds: Bramble Vest, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmogs Armor (66.02% top four rate, +7.89% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Protector's Vow, Spirit Visage (65.16% top four rate, +7.03% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmogs Armor (64.07% top four rate, +5.94% difference)
Maokai Component Priority Order in Set 18
When playing Maokai in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, Giant's Belt from the carousel and item drops. Sparring Gloves and Tear Of The Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Maokai's highest win rate items and will help you secure consistent top four placements. Focus on slamming items early using these components rather than holding for perfect items, as tempo is crucial for maintaining a healthy economy.
Why These Components for Maokai?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Maokai, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Bramble Vest, Steadfast Heart, Protector's Vow, which are core items for maximizing Maokai's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 2nd priority component for Maokai, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Ionic Spark, Evenshroud, Dragon's Claw, which are core items for maximizing Maokai's effectiveness.
Giant's Belt is the 3rd priority component for Maokai, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Sunfire Cape, Warmogs Armor, which are core items for maximizing Maokai's effectiveness.
Maokai Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Maokai's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Chain Vest or Negatron Cloak to complete your core items. Don't greed for perfect components—slam items to preserve HP.
- Late Game (Stage 5+): Use any remaining components to build utility items or complete Maokai's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Maokai in Set 18
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Maokai Itemization in Set 18
Maokai's optimal items provide +7.9% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.
Itemized Maokai achieves 28.9% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 5-cost champion, Maokai has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Maokai Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Maokai itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Maokai has a base top four rate of 58.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Maokai item build achieves a 66.0% top four rate, representing a +7.9% difference from the base rate. 3 builds show 5-10% improvement, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Maokai achieves 63.6% top four rate (+5.4% vs base) with 3.62 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Maokai achieves a 28.9% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Maokai a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Maokai
- When Maokai fits naturally into your composition's traits
- When you have item components that build Maokai's best items
- When Maokai is your primary late-game carry option
✗When NOT to Itemize Maokai
- When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
- When Maokai's optimal items don't match your available components
Best Maokai Items in TFT Set 18
The best Maokai item is Ionic Spark with a 69.15% win rate (+11.02% vs base), 16.03% first place rate, and 2.43% pick rate. The most popular is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 33.66% pick rate and 60.48% win rate. Crownguard has the highest first place rate at 17.20%. The top three Maokai items are Ionic Spark, Evenshroud, and Steadfast Heart.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | S | 69.15% | +11.02% | 16.03% | 2.43% | 1,448 | ||
 | S | 66.16% | +8.03% | 17.12% | 5.01% | 2,985 | ||
 | A | 64.83% | +6.70% | 14.94% | 9.68% | 5,766 | ||
| 4 |  | A | 65.11% | +6.98% | 15.17% | 5.90% | 3,513 | |
| 5 | | B | 64.73% | +6.60% | 14.12% | 9.52% | 5,669 | |
| 6 |  | A | 64.56% | +6.43% | 16.24% | 8.70% | 5,180 | |
| 7 | | B | 63.62% | +5.49% | 14.67% | 9.81% | 5,845 | |
| 8 | | S | 64.14% | +6.01% | 16.26% | 3.19% | 1,903 | |
| 9 | | C | 62.41% | +4.28% | 14.14% | 26.92% | 16,037 | |
| 10 | | S | 63.25% | +5.12% | 17.20% | 4.75% | 2,828 | |
| 11 | | A | 62.70% | +4.57% | 16.71% | 3.69% | 2,196 | |
| 12 | | C | 61.44% | +3.31% | 14.11% | 22.25% | 13,253 | |
| 13 | | D | 60.48% | +2.35% | 13.74% | 33.66% | 20,052 |
Best Maokai Artifact Items in TFT Set 18
The best Maokai artifact item is Mogul'sMail with a 64.96% win rate (+6.83% vs base), 13.55% first place rate, and 0.99% pick rate. The top three Maokai artifact items are Mogul'sMail, Aegis of Dawn, and The Indomitable.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | 64.96% | +6.83% | 13.55% | 0.99% | 590 | ||
| C | 62.14% | +4.01% | 13.93% | 0.41% | 243 | ||
| C | 57.81% | -0.32% | 14.99% | 0.49% | 289 | ||
| 4 | A | 55.59% | -2.54% | 17.79% | 0.42% | 253 | |
| 5 | C | 55.72% | -2.41% | 14.85% | 0.28% | 168 | |
| 6 | D | 54.66% | -3.47% | 15.78% | 0.34% | 201 | |
| 7 | B | 53.84% | -4.29% | 16.17% | 0.13% | 80 | |
| 8 | D | 56.09% | -2.04% | 13.32% | 0.06% | 33 | |
| 9 | D | 57.40% | -0.73% | 16.02% | 0.03% | 16 | |
| 10 | D | 50.86% | -7.27% | 14.45% | 0.06% | 37 | |
| 11 | C | 50.99% | -7.14% | 14.12% | 0.05% | 29 | |
| 12 | D | 51.11% | -7.02% | 15.82% | 0.04% | 23 | |
| 13 | D | 51.21% | -6.92% | 13.14% | 0.03% | 19 | |
| 14 | D | 51.33% | -6.80% | 14.49% | 0.03% | 15 | |
| 15 | C | 50.08% | -8.05% | 15.42% | 0.02% | 14 |
Best Maokai Radiant Items in TFT Set 18
The best Maokai radiant item is Radiant Evenshroud with a 64.38% win rate (+6.25% vs base), 13.57% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Warmog's Armor with a 0.28% pick rate and 58.92% win rate. Radiant Bramble Vest has the highest first place rate at 15.91%. The top three Maokai radiant items are Radiant Evenshroud, Radiant Protector's Vow, and Radiant Sunfire Cape.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | 61.21% | +3.08% | 11.48% | 0.20% | 118 | ||
| F | 59.84% | +1.71% | 12.44% | 0.24% | 143 | ||
| D | 58.92% | +0.79% | 13.25% | 0.28% | 166 | ||
| 4 | F | 61.99% | +3.86% | 14.68% | 0.07% | 42 | |
| 5 | F | 64.38% | +6.25% | 13.57% | 0.02% | 10 | |
| 6 | F | 61.77% | +3.64% | 11.88% | 0.07% | 39 | |
| 7 | F | 60.27% | +2.14% | 13.75% | 0.04% | 24 | |
| 8 | F | 57.09% | -1.04% | 12.13% | 0.08% | 46 | |
| 9 | B | 49.60% | -8.53% | 15.54% | 0.15% | 91 | |
| 10 | C | 54.97% | -3.16% | 15.91% | 0.06% | 36 | |
| 11 | F | 59.81% | +1.68% | 13.04% | 0.02% | 11 | |
| 12 | F | 56.66% | -1.47% | 13.68% | 0.02% | 13 |
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Maokai Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Maokai's best build in Set 18?
The best Maokai build in TFT Set 18 features Bramble Vest, Gargoyle Stoneplate, and Warmogs Armor as core items. This build has a 66.02% win rate and is picked 1.60% of the time. First place rate: 34.08%, avg placement: 3.42.
What is the best item for Maokai?
Ionic Spark is the best item for Maokai with a 69.15% win rate and 2.43% pick rate across 1,448 matches.
Which item is most popular on Maokai?
Gargoyle Stoneplate is the most popular item on Maokai with a 33.66% pick rate. It has a 60.48% win rate across 20,052 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Maokai?
The top 3 items for Maokai are Ionic Spark, Evenshroud, and Steadfast Heart. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Maokai's kit.
How many matches do the Maokai item builds have?
The Maokai item build data is based on 87,925 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Ionic Spark on Maokai?
Ionic Spark is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 69.15% win rate on Maokai.
What components should I prioritize for Maokai in TFT Set 18?
Priority components for Maokai are Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, and Giant's Belt. These components build into Maokai's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Maokai in TFT?
On carousel for Maokai TFT builds, prioritize Chain Vest. These components are essential for Maokai's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Maokai in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Maokai is a strong item holder with a 66.0% win rate when properly itemized. Maokai should be a priority for your items in Maokai comps.
Is Maokai a good item holder in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Maokai is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 58.1% to 66.0%. Maokai scales well with items.
What is Maokai's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?
Maokai's top 4 rate when itemized is 63.6%. With proper items, Maokai significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Maokai emblem?
The best emblem for Maokai is Rapidfire Emblem with a 71.94% win rate. This emblem activates the Rapidfire trait on Maokai, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Maokai radiant item?
The top radiant item for Maokai is Radiant Evenshroud with a 64.38% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Maokai artifact?
The best artifact for Maokai is Mogul'sMail with a 64.96% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Maokai's kit.