Murkwolf TFT champion portrait - Set 18
Avg Place
4.23
1st Place
12.1%
Top 4
55.7%

MurkwolfTFT Build

Set 18
Set18
Matches500,000
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedSep 5, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Murkwolf build for TFT Set 18 with 66.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Giant Slayer. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 18 Murkwolf builds: Hand Of Justice, Quicksilver, Sterak's Gage (65.97% top four rate, +10.24% difference); Thief's Gloves (65.13% top four rate, +9.40% difference); Edge of Night, Hand Of Justice, Infinity Edge (61.52% top four rate, +5.79% difference)

Average Placement:3.70
Top 4 Rate:65.97%
Top 4 Diff:+10.24%
First Place Rate:9.99%
Pick Rate:0.18%
Average Placement:3.77
Top 4 Rate:65.13%
Top 4 Diff:+9.40%
First Place Rate:16.72%
Pick Rate:4.73%
Average Placement:4.06
Top 4 Rate:61.52%
Top 4 Diff:+5.79%
First Place Rate:12.39%
Pick Rate:0.17%

Murkwolf Component Priority Order in Set 18

When playing Murkwolf in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Chain Vest and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Murkwolf'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.

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B.F. Sword - Priority 1 component for Murkwolf in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 7 builds
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Sparring Gloves - Priority 2 component for Murkwolf in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 4 builds
3
Recurve Bow - Priority 3 component for Murkwolf in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 2 builds
4
Chain Vest - Priority 4 component for Murkwolf in TFT
Chain VestFound in 2 builds
5
Giant's Belt - Priority 5 component for Murkwolf in TFT
Giant's BeltFound in 1 builds

Why These Components for Murkwolf?

B.F. Sword

B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Murkwolf, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Sterak's Gage, Giant Slayer, Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Murkwolf's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Murkwolf, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Murkwolf's effectiveness.

Recurve Bow

Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Murkwolf, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Titan's Resolve, which are core items for maximizing Murkwolf's effectiveness.

Murkwolf Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Murkwolf's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for B.F. Sword or Sparring Gloves 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 Murkwolf's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Murkwolf in Set 18

High PriorityMurkwolf is a high-priority itemization target in Set 18. The best Murkwolf item build achieves a 66.0% top four rate, which is +10.2% higher than Murkwolf's base rate of 55.7%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate60.3%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+4.6%
Average Placement4.02
First Place Rate11.4%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate55.7%
Best Build Diff+10.2%
Champion Cost2-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Murkwolf Itemization in Set 18

Excellent Item Scaling

Murkwolf's best item build provides +10.2% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.

Low-Cost Reroll Potential

As a 2-cost champion, Murkwolf is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.

Murkwolf Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Murkwolf itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Murkwolf has a base top four rate of 55.7%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Murkwolf item build achieves a 66.0% top four rate, representing a +10.2% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Murkwolf achieves 60.3% top four rate (+4.6% vs base) with 4.02 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Murkwolf achieves a 11.4% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.

When to Itemize Murkwolf

  • When you find Murkwolf early and can build around it as your primary carry
  • When you have the optimal item components (check the Component Priority section above)
  • When the lobby isn't heavily contesting Murkwolf's key items
  • When you can commit to 3-starring Murkwolf through slow rolling

When NOT to Itemize Murkwolf

  • When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
  • When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game

Best Murkwolf Items in TFT Set 18

The best Murkwolf item is Thief's Gloves with a 65.11% win rate (+9.38% vs base), 16.64% first place rate, and 4.73% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 5.85% pick rate and 55.14% win rate. The top three Murkwolf items are Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Giant Slayer.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
A65.11%+9.38%16.64%4.73%3,268
B.F. SwordGiant's Belt
S58.00%+2.27%15.56%3.58%2,475
Recurve BowB.F. Sword
B57.80%+2.07%14.58%2.31%1,596
4
B.F. SwordChain Vest
B57.09%+1.36%16.15%4.18%2,888
5
Tear Of The GoddessSparring Gloves
C55.30%-0.43%13.95%5.83%4,027
6
B.F. SwordNegatron Cloak
C55.14%-0.59%13.11%5.85%4,043
7
Recurve BowChain Vest
B54.02%-1.71%14.49%3.16%2,185
8
B.F. SwordB.F. Sword
C53.81%-1.92%14.96%2.24%1,547
9
B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
C52.57%-3.16%14.32%4.74%3,277

Best Murkwolf Artifact Items in TFT Set 18

The best Murkwolf artifact item is Flickerblades with a 61.41% win rate (+5.68% vs base), 20.06% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Force with a 0.18% pick rate and 54.75% win rate. Wit's End has the highest first place rate at 21.25%. The top three Murkwolf artifact items are Flickerblades, Fishbones, and Gold Collector.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
S61.41%+5.68%20.06%0.04%27
D54.75%-0.98%12.10%0.18%121
B53.04%-2.69%14.42%0.13%88
4C55.46%-0.27%16.65%0.07%47
5S54.70%-1.03%21.25%0.07%48
6D58.80%+3.07%15.02%0.02%14
7D53.12%-2.61%15.17%0.05%37
8F52.51%-3.22%13.25%0.05%32
9C51.94%-3.79%16.20%0.03%23
10F49.86%-5.87%13.73%0.04%25
11D53.87%-1.86%15.52%0.02%12
12F42.42%-13.31%12.05%0.08%55
13D52.59%-3.14%13.44%0.02%11
14F46.80%-8.93%14.05%0.03%24
15C43.00%-12.73%15.40%0.04%26

Best Murkwolf Radiant Items in TFT Set 18

The best Murkwolf radiant item is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 66.88% win rate (+11.15% vs base), 16.04% first place rate, and 0.15% pick rate. The top three Murkwolf radiant items are Radiant Thief's Gloves, Radiant Edge of Night, and Radiant Deathblade.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B66.88%+11.15%16.04%0.15%102
F56.02%+0.29%13.46%0.05%32
F52.20%-3.53%11.03%0.06%40
4F52.60%-3.13%15.41%0.04%30
5D54.83%-0.90%13.55%0.02%15
6F53.18%-2.55%16.03%0.03%20
7D43.51%-12.22%13.49%0.04%30
8D49.81%-5.92%16.17%0.02%11
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Murkwolf Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Murkwolf's best build in Set 18?

The best Murkwolf build in TFT Set 18 features Hand Of Justice, Quicksilver, and Sterak's Gage as core items. This build has a 65.97% win rate and is picked 0.18% of the time. First place rate: 9.99%, avg placement: 3.70.

What is the best item for Murkwolf?

Thief's Gloves is the best item for Murkwolf with a 65.11% win rate and 4.73% pick rate across 3,268 matches.

Which item is most popular on Murkwolf?

Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Murkwolf with a 5.85% pick rate. It has a 55.14% win rate across 4,043 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Murkwolf?

The top 3 items for Murkwolf are Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Giant Slayer. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Murkwolf's kit.

How many matches do the Murkwolf item builds have?

The Murkwolf item build data is based on 25,306 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Murkwolf?

Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 65.11% win rate on Murkwolf.

What components should I prioritize for Murkwolf in TFT Set 18?

Priority components for Murkwolf are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Murkwolf's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Murkwolf in TFT?

On carousel for Murkwolf TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for Murkwolf's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Murkwolf in TFT Set 18?

Yes, Murkwolf is a strong item holder with a 66.0% win rate when properly itemized. Murkwolf should be a priority for your items in Murkwolf comps.

Is Murkwolf a good item holder in TFT Set 18?

Yes, Murkwolf is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 55.7% to 66.0%. Murkwolf scales well with items.

What is Murkwolf's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?

Murkwolf's top 4 rate when itemized is 60.3%. With proper items, Murkwolf matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Murkwolf emblem?

The best emblem for Murkwolf is Hunter Emblem with a 66.99% win rate. This emblem activates the Hunter trait on Murkwolf, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Murkwolf radiant item?

The top radiant item for Murkwolf is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 66.88% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Murkwolf artifact?

The best artifact for Murkwolf is Flickerblades with a 61.41% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Murkwolf's kit.