MaokaiTFT Comps
N.O.V.A.
Brawler
3 CostThe best Maokai team comp features Replicator , N.O.V.A. , Fateweaver , Brawler , Bastion , Redeemer , Timebreaker , and Doomer with a 85.50% win rate. The most popular Maokai comp uses Replicator , N.O.V.A. , Fateweaver , Brawler , Bastion , Redeemer , and Timebreaker and is picked 5.03% of the time in TFT Set 17.
Explore the best TFT team compositions featuring Maokai as a core unit in your lineup. Our analysis covers 10 viable team comps that include Maokai, with an average win rate of 70.43% across all compositions. The top performing Maokai comp achieves an impressive 80.79% win rate, built around N.O.V.A., Brawler, Conduit traits, while alternative builds leverage N.O.V.A., Brawler. This comprehensive table shows every competitive team composition using Maokai, sorted by win rate to help you find the strongest builds for climbing ranked. Each composition displays the complete champion lineup, optimal item builds for carry units, all active traits with breakpoints, and detailed performance statistics including average placement, win rate, first place rate, and pick rate. Toggle between 8 and 9 champion compositions using the filters above to match your preferred board state.
Avg Place 2.81 | Top 4 80.79% | First Place 29.80% | Severe Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.01 | Top 4 77.01% | First Place 18.23% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.06 | Top 4 76.17% | First Place 15.73% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.10 | Top 4 75.81% | First Place 26.54% | Severe Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.62 | Top 4 69.84% | First Place 8.44% | Moderate Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.59 | Top 4 66.97% | First Place 16.95% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.58 | Top 4 66.77% | First Place 17.96% | Severe Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.15 | Top 4 65.51% | First Place 18.60% | Severe Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.61 | Top 4 64.62% | First Place 18.69% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.47 | Top 4 60.82% | First Place 15.76% | Severe Contested Risk | |||
Maokai Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 17
N.O.V.A.
Brawler
Bastion
Redeemer
Conduit
Gun GoddessPrimary Synergies
Maokai excels in compositions that leverage N.O.V.A., Brawler, Bastion synergies. The N.O.V.A. trait appears in 100% of Maokai comps with a 73.9% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.
Supporting Traits
Supporting traits like Redeemer, Conduit, Gun Goddess complement Maokai comps by providing additional utility and stat bonuses. These secondary synergies often activate naturally when building your core composition, adding defensive or offensive capabilities without requiring dedicated slots.
How to Play the Best Maokai Comp
Stage 2-3Early Game
Start your game by picking up Aatrox, Gragas. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 80.8% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.
Stage 3-4Mid Game
This is when Maokai comes online. Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Miss Fortune, Ornn, Rhaast, Viktor. These 3-cost units are crucial for this composition's power spike and help complete key trait breakpoints. Level to 6-7 and stabilize your board.
Stage 4-5Late Game
Complete this N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit composition with Morgana in the late game. These high-cost units are essential for the comp's 80.8% win rate. Level to 8-9 and prioritize 2-starring your carries.
ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Maokai Comp
For optimal Maokai itemization in this N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit comp, prioritize equipping Rhaast with Thief's Gloves. Secondary item holders include Maokai (Thief's Gloves); Viktor (Drone Uplink, Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap); Ornn (Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Warmog's Armor); Miss Fortune (Deathblade, Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer); Morgana (Adaptive Helm, Protector's Vow, Gargoyle Stoneplate); Aatrox (Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage); Gragas (Thief's Gloves). Focus on collecting the right components during carousel rounds and PvE stages to complete these Best in Slot (BiS) items for maximum damage output and survivability.
PriorityTop Components to Look for on Carousel
When playing this Maokai N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit comp, prioritize Sparring Gloves, Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, B.F. Sword during carousel rounds and PvE stages. Sparring Gloves is the most valuable component, appearing in 8 of the core items for this composition. Early carousel priority should focus on these key components to ensure you can complete your carry items by mid-game. If contested, look for completed items or flexible components that can pivot into multiple BiS options.
Pivot Suggestions
When playing Maokai in TFT Set 17, the N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit composition with a 80.8% win rate is often the strongest choice. However, in competitive lobbies, other players may contest key units, making it difficult to 2-star your carries. Knowing when and how to pivot to alternative Maokai team comps is essential for maintaining a top 4 placement. Below are the best pivot compositions that share core units with the optimal Maokai build, allowing for a smooth transition without sacrificing too much board strength.
Pivot Option 1: N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit
This N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit composition shares 88% of its units with the best Maokai comp, achieving a 77.0% win rate. You'll need to sell Morgana from your board and replace them with Aurelion Sol. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Maokai's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
Pivot Option 2: N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit
This N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit composition shares 88% of its units with the best Maokai comp, achieving a 67.0% win rate. You'll need to sell Morgana from your board and replace them with Zoe. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Maokai's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
Pivot Option 3: N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit
This N.O.V.A./Brawler/Conduit composition shares 88% of its units with the best Maokai comp, achieving a 64.6% win rate. You'll need to sell Morgana from your board and replace them with Bard. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Maokai's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
When to Pivot Your Maokai TFT Comp
Recognizing when to pivot is just as important as knowing what to pivot to. Scout your lobby early and often - if you see 2 or more players building the same Maokai composition, consider transitioning to one of these alternative builds. The best time to pivot is typically during Stage 3-4, before you've fully committed your gold and items to the contested build. Remember that a completed pivot comp with 2-star units will almost always outperform a contested comp stuck at 1-star. Use these Maokai pivot strategies to adapt to your lobby and secure consistent top 4 finishes in TFT Set 17.
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Maokai Set 17 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest win rate Maokai team comp?
The highest win rate Maokai team comp features Aatrox, Jax, Lulu, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Rhaast, Twisted Fate, and Vex with a 85.50% win rate. This comp utilizes the Replicator, N.O.V.A., Fateweaver, Brawler, Bastion, Redeemer, Timebreaker, and Doomer traits and is picked 0.17% of the time.
Which Maokai team comp is most popular?
The most popular Maokai team comp uses Aatrox, Jax, Lulu, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Rhaast, and Twisted Fate with a pick rate of 5.03%. This composition features the Replicator, N.O.V.A., Fateweaver, Brawler, Bastion, Redeemer, and Timebreaker traits and has a 75.81% win rate.
Which Maokai TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?
The Maokai comp with the highest first place rate includes Aatrox, Akali, Caitlyn, Kindred, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Riven, and Shen and achieves first place 36.39% of the time. This comp uses the N.O.V.A., Fateweaver, Brawler, Bastion, Bulwark, and Timebreaker traits and has a 81.75% overall win rate.
Which Maokai comp has the best average placement?
The Maokai comp with the best average placement features Aatrox, Jax, Lulu, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Rhaast, Twisted Fate, and Vex with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Replicator, N.O.V.A., Fateweaver, Brawler, Bastion, Redeemer, Timebreaker, and Doomer traits and maintains a 85.50% win rate.
What are the most common TFT traits used in Maokai TFT comps?
The most common traits found in Maokai comps are N.O.V.A., Brawler, Bastion, Redeemer, and Fateweaver. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Maokai team compositions and provide strong synergies with Maokai's abilities and playstyle.