Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 15 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Akali TFT champion portrait - Set 15
Avg Place
4.42
1st Place
11.3%
Top 4
51.6%
Pick Rate
6.7%

AkaliTFT Build

Set 15
SetSet 16
Matches146,829
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Akali items for TFT Set 15: Nashor's Tooth, Quicksilver, and Edge of Night. Nashor's Tooth leads with 55.1% win rate. Master Akali's build to climb ranked.

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Akali Component Priority Order in Set 15

When playing Akali in TFT Set 15, prioritize collecting Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves, Negatron Cloak from the carousel and item drops. B.F. Sword and Tear of the Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Akali'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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Needlessly Large Rod - Priority 1 component for Akali in TFT
Needlessly Large RodFound in 4 builds
2
Sparring Gloves - Priority 2 component for Akali in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 3 builds
3
Negatron Cloak - Priority 3 component for Akali in TFT
Negatron CloakFound in 2 builds
4
B.F. Sword - Priority 4 component for Akali in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 2 builds
5
Tear of the Goddess - Priority 5 component for Akali in TFT
Tear of the GoddessFound in 2 builds

Why These Components for Akali?

Needlessly Large Rod

Needlessly Large Rod is the 1st priority component for Akali, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Rabadon's Deathcap, Archangel's Staff, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Akali's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Akali, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Hand Of Justice, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Akali's effectiveness.

Negatron Cloak

Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Akali, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Bloodthirster, which are core items for maximizing Akali's effectiveness.

Akali Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Needlessly Large Rod on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Akali's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Needlessly Large Rod 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 Akali's secondary items for maximum power.

Best Akali Items in TFT Set 15

The best Akali item is Nashor's Tooth with a 55.14% win rate (+3.54% vs base), 14.86% first place rate, and 23.48% pick rate. The top three Akali items are Nashor's Tooth, Quicksilver, and Edge of Night.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Recurve BowGiant's Belt
B55.14%+3.54%14.86%23.48%7,497
Sparring GlovesNegatron Cloak
B54.91%+3.31%14.41%10.34%3,300
B.F. SwordChain Vest
B50.89%-0.71%15.75%3.68%1,175
4
Needlessly Large RodNeedlessly Large Rod
B50.72%-0.88%14.47%3.48%1,112
5
Needlessly Large RodTear of the Goddess
B49.35%-2.25%13.76%2.16%691
6
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
B46.18%-5.42%13.66%7.75%2,475
7
Needlessly Large RodSparring Gloves
B44.97%-6.63%13.94%7.60%2,426
8
B.F. SwordNegatron Cloak
B43.90%-7.70%13.38%3.42%1,091

Best Akali Artifact Items in TFT Set 15

The best Akali artifact item is Manazane with a 55.36% win rate (+3.76% vs base), 0.00% first place rate, and 0.18% pick rate. The most popular is Dawncore with a 0.43% pick rate and 54.01% win rate. Seeker's Armguard has the highest first place rate at 20.29%. The top three Akali artifact items are Manazane, Dawncore, and Zhonya's Paradox.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
F55.36%+3.76%0.00%0.18%56
B54.01%+2.41%15.80%0.43%137
A53.76%+2.16%19.96%0.29%93
4A46.43%-5.17%17.10%0.18%56
5B42.86%-8.74%17.36%0.09%28
6-40.00%-11.60%0.00%0.05%15
7B40.00%-11.60%16.39%0.11%35
8B39.22%-12.38%16.26%0.16%51
9A38.27%-13.33%17.41%0.25%81
10B37.04%-14.56%16.51%0.08%27
11A36.36%-15.24%17.23%0.14%44
12B35.00%-16.60%17.29%0.06%20
13A34.45%-17.15%20.29%0.37%119
14B33.33%-18.27%15.71%0.15%48
15-33.33%-18.27%0.00%0.12%39
16B32.00%-19.60%15.01%0.08%25
17A29.79%-21.81%18.98%0.15%47
18B27.27%-24.33%17.29%0.31%99
19B27.27%-24.33%12.44%0.03%11
20-23.53%-28.07%0.00%0.11%34
21B20.00%-31.60%16.11%0.13%40
22B20.00%-31.60%14.55%0.09%30
23-16.67%-34.93%0.00%0.04%12

Best Akali Radiant Items in TFT Set 15

The best Akali radiant item is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 63.79% win rate (+12.19% vs base), 14.17% first place rate, and 0.18% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Nashor's Tooth with a 0.94% pick rate and 55.85% win rate. Radiant Nashor's Tooth has the highest first place rate at 18.83%. The top three Akali radiant items are Radiant Thief's Gloves, Radiant Quicksilver, and Radiant Nashor's Tooth.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B63.79%+12.19%14.17%0.18%58
B57.55%+5.95%15.50%0.33%106
A55.85%+4.25%18.83%0.94%299
4B50.00%-1.60%15.44%0.11%34
5B48.65%-2.95%15.01%0.12%37
6B47.62%-3.98%14.62%0.07%21
7B44.07%-7.53%16.78%0.18%59
8B40.63%-10.98%17.36%0.10%32
9B39.82%-11.78%16.74%0.35%113
10B38.71%-12.89%15.05%0.10%31
11A38.71%-12.89%18.72%0.10%31
12A38.10%-13.50%16.99%0.07%21
13A35.19%-16.41%17.82%0.17%54
14B35.00%-16.60%16.57%0.19%60
15A32.26%-19.34%16.89%0.10%31
16B32.14%-19.46%17.98%0.09%28
17B30.43%-21.17%16.90%0.07%23
18A29.63%-21.97%17.68%0.08%27
19B28.13%-23.48%15.35%0.10%32
20B28.00%-23.60%16.87%0.08%25
21A26.56%-25.04%17.93%0.20%64

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Akali Set 15 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best item for Akali?

Nashor's Tooth is the best item for Akali with a 55.14% win rate and 23.48% pick rate across 7,497 matches.

Which item is most popular on Akali?

Nashor's Tooth is the most popular item on Akali with a 23.48% pick rate. It has a 55.14% win rate across 7,497 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Akali?

The top 3 items for Akali are Nashor's Tooth, Quicksilver, and Edge of Night. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Akali's kit.

How many matches do the Akali item builds have?

The Akali item build data is based on 19,767 matches analyzed in TFT Set 15. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Nashor's Tooth on Akali?

Nashor's Tooth is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 55.14% win rate on Akali.

What components should I prioritize for Akali in TFT Set 15?

Priority components for Akali are Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves, and Negatron Cloak. These components build into Akali's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Akali in TFT?

On carousel for Akali TFT builds, prioritize Needlessly Large Rod. These components are essential for Akali's optimal items and are often available in later carousel rounds.

What is the best Akali emblem?

The best emblem for Akali is Strategist Emblem with a 70.18% win rate. This emblem activates the Strategist trait on Akali, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Akali radiant item?

The top radiant item for Akali is Radiant Bramble Vest with a 66.67% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Akali artifact?

The best artifact for Akali is Manazane with a 55.36% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Akali's kit.