MaokaiTFT Comps
N.O.V.A.
Brawler
3 CostThe best Maokai team comp features Rogue , Dark Star , Brawler , Eradicator , Sniper , Oracle , and Timebreaker with a 100.00% win rate. The most popular Maokai comp uses Challenger , N.O.V.A. , Brawler , Marauder , and Primordian and is picked 1.29% 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 9 viable team comps that include Maokai, with an average win rate of 62.60% across all compositions. The top performing Maokai comp achieves an impressive 76.78% win rate, built around Replicator, N.O.V.A., Fateweaver traits, while alternative builds leverage Replicator, N.O.V.A.. 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.
3.11 | 76.78% | 26.87% | High Contested Risk | ||||
3.38 | 74.52% | 19.01% | High Contested Risk | ||||
3.49 | 71.43% | 18.60% | High Contested Risk | ||||
3.95 | 65.67% | 6.00% | High Contested Risk | ||||
3.81 | 63.79% | 13.79% | Moderate Contested Risk | ||||
4.13 | 57.14% | 7.29% | Moderate Contested Risk | ||||
4.38 | 54.65% | 4.54% | Moderate Contested Risk | ||||
4.43 | 50.93% | 10.89% | High Contested Risk | ||||
4.58 | 48.50% | 8.41% | High Contested Risk |
Maokai Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 17
Brawler
N.O.V.A.
Marauder
Fateweaver
Bastion
RedeemerPrimary Synergies
Maokai excels in compositions that leverage Brawler, N.O.V.A., Marauder synergies. The Brawler trait appears in 89% of Maokai comps with a 58.9% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.
Supporting Traits
Supporting traits like Fateweaver, Bastion, Redeemer 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, Twisted Fate, Jax, Milio, Pantheon. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 76.8% 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 Lulu, Rhaast. 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.
ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Maokai Comp
For optimal Maokai itemization in this Replicator/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver comp, prioritize equipping Jax with Crownguard, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate. Secondary item holders include Lulu (Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Nashor's Tooth). 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 Replicator/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver comp, prioritize Chain Vest, Needlessly Large Rod, Negatron Cloak, Recurve Bow during carousel rounds and PvE stages. Chain Vest is the most valuable component, appearing in 3 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 Replicator/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver composition with a 76.8% 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./Fateweaver/Bastion
This N.O.V.A./Fateweaver/Bastion composition shares 50% of its units with the best Maokai comp, achieving a 57.1% win rate. You'll need to sell Milio, Pantheon, Lulu, Rhaast from your board and replace them with Caitlyn, Talon, Akali, Kindred. Consider this pivot early (Stage 3) before fully committing to the contested build. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Maokai's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
Pivot Option 2: Replicator/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver
This Replicator/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver composition shares 88% of its units with the best Maokai comp, achieving a 74.5% win rate. You'll need to sell Rhaast from your board and replace them with Morgana. 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 Cho'Gath, Ezreal, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Riven, Tahm Kench, and Xayah with a 100.00% win rate. This comp utilizes the Rogue, Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Sniper, Oracle, and Timebreaker traits and is picked 0.06% of the time.
Which Maokai team comp is most popular?
The most popular Maokai team comp uses Aatrox, Akali, Bel'Veth, Briar, Caitlyn, Kindred, Maokai, and Rek'Sai with a pick rate of 1.29%. This composition features the Challenger, N.O.V.A., Brawler, Marauder, and Primordian traits and has a 54.65% win rate.
Which Maokai TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?
The Maokai comp with the highest first place rate includes Cho'Gath, Ezreal, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Riven, Tahm Kench, and Xayah and achieves first place 81.25% of the time. This comp uses the Rogue, Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Sniper, Oracle, and Timebreaker traits and has a 100.00% overall win rate.
Which Maokai comp has the best average placement?
The Maokai comp with the best average placement features Cho'Gath, Ezreal, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Riven, Tahm Kench, and Xayah with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Rogue, Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Sniper, Oracle, and Timebreaker traits and maintains a 100.00% win rate.
What are the most common TFT traits used in Maokai TFT comps?
The most common traits found in Maokai comps are Brawler, Oracle, N.O.V.A., Marauder, and Challenger. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Maokai team compositions and provide strong synergies with Maokai's abilities and playstyle.