MordekaiserTFT Build
Dark Star
Conduit
Vanguard
2 CostBest Mordekaiser build for TFT Set 17 with 86.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Crownguard, Ionic Spark, and Adaptive Helm. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 17 Mordekaiser builds: Crownguard, Ionic Spark, Sunfire Cape (85.95% top four rate, +32.03% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Ionic Spark, Sunfire Cape (67.84% top four rate, +13.92% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (53.99% top four rate, +0.07% difference)
Mordekaiser Component Priority Order in Set 17
When playing Mordekaiser in TFT Set 17, prioritize collecting Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, Needlessly Large Rod from the carousel and item drops. Sparring Gloves and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Mordekaiser'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 Mordekaiser?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Mordekaiser, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Crownguard, Steadfast Heart, Protector's Vow, which are core items for maximizing Mordekaiser's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 2nd priority component for Mordekaiser, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Ionic Spark, Adaptive Helm, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Mordekaiser's effectiveness.
Needlessly Large Rod is the 3rd priority component for Mordekaiser, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Crownguard, Ionic Spark, which are core items for maximizing Mordekaiser's effectiveness.
Mordekaiser Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Mordekaiser'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 Mordekaiser's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Mordekaiser in Set 17
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Mordekaiser Itemization in Set 17
Mordekaiser's best item build provides +32.0% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
Itemized Mordekaiser achieves 15.3% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 2-cost champion, Mordekaiser is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Mordekaiser Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Mordekaiser itemization in TFT Set 17 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Mordekaiser has a base top four rate of 53.9%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Mordekaiser item build achieves a 86.0% top four rate, representing a +32.0% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 2 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Mordekaiser achieves 59.7% top four rate (+5.7% vs base) with 3.93 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Mordekaiser achieves a 15.3% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Mordekaiser a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Mordekaiser
- When you find Mordekaiser 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 Mordekaiser's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Mordekaiser through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Mordekaiser
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Mordekaiser Items in TFT Set 17
The best Mordekaiser item is Crownguard with a 69.49% win rate (+15.57% vs base), 18.39% first place rate, and 3.19% pick rate. The most popular is Sunfire Cape with a 9.84% pick rate and 57.84% win rate. The top three Mordekaiser items are Crownguard, Ionic Spark, and Adaptive Helm.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | S | 69.49% | +15.57% | 18.39% | 3.19% | 1,406 | ||
 | A | 65.15% | +11.23% | 16.80% | 5.05% | 2,227 | ||
 | S | 63.42% | +9.50% | 16.62% | 2.19% | 965 | ||
| 4 |  | A | 62.71% | +8.79% | 15.55% | 3.82% | 1,684 | |
| 5 | | A | 61.78% | +7.86% | 16.46% | 3.03% | 1,337 | |
| 6 | | A | 59.71% | +5.79% | 17.52% | 6.14% | 2,708 | |
| 7 | | B | 59.65% | +5.73% | 14.26% | 4.26% | 1,876 | |
| 8 |  | C | 57.84% | +3.92% | 13.94% | 9.84% | 4,336 | |
| 9 | | C | 55.75% | +1.83% | 13.49% | 9.36% | 4,124 | |
| 10 | | C | 55.28% | +1.36% | 14.28% | 8.47% | 3,734 | |
| 11 | | C | 54.57% | +0.65% | 14.43% | 2.43% | 1,072 | |
| 12 | | C | 53.93% | +0.01% | 14.41% | 5.83% | 2,572 | |
| 13 | | C | 53.81% | -0.11% | 13.55% | 7.26% | 3,200 |
Best Mordekaiser Artifact Items in TFT Set 17
The best Mordekaiser artifact item is Death's Defiance with a 66.67% win rate (+12.75% vs base), 17.29% first place rate, and 0.05% pick rate. The most popular is Thresh's Lantern with a 0.33% pick rate and 48.28% win rate. The Indomitable has the highest first place rate at 17.66%. The top three Mordekaiser artifact items are Death's Defiance, Zhonya's Paradox, and Titanic Hydra.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 66.67% | +12.75% | 17.29% | 0.05% | 21 | ||
| B | 60.00% | +6.08% | 15.29% | 0.02% | 10 | ||
| D | 59.09% | +5.17% | 14.18% | 0.05% | 22 | ||
| 4 | A | 58.49% | +4.57% | 17.66% | 0.12% | 53 | |
| 5 | D | 57.14% | +3.22% | 10.55% | 0.08% | 35 | |
| 6 | C | 54.55% | +0.63% | 13.26% | 0.10% | 44 | |
| 7 | C | 53.66% | -0.26% | 10.20% | 0.09% | 41 | |
| 8 | F | 52.38% | -1.54% | 11.82% | 0.05% | 21 | |
| 9 | D | 50.94% | -2.98% | 11.78% | 0.24% | 106 | |
| 10 | F | 50.91% | -3.01% | 10.60% | 0.12% | 55 | |
| 11 | D | 48.48% | -5.44% | 12.30% | 0.15% | 66 | |
| 12 | C | 48.39% | -5.53% | 12.82% | 0.07% | 31 | |
| 13 | F | 48.28% | -5.64% | 9.80% | 0.33% | 145 | |
| 14 | C | 42.86% | -11.06% | 16.02% | 0.03% | 14 | |
| 15 | C | 41.18% | -12.74% | 12.06% | 0.04% | 17 | |
| 16 | D | 37.50% | -16.42% | 12.73% | 0.04% | 16 | |
| 17 | A | 36.36% | -17.56% | 15.77% | 0.05% | 22 | |
| 18 | F | 29.41% | -24.51% | 12.68% | 0.04% | 17 | |
| 19 | C | 18.18% | -35.74% | 11.82% | 0.02% | 11 | |
| 20 | F | 12.50% | -41.42% | 4.93% | 0.04% | 16 |
Best Mordekaiser Radiant Items in TFT Set 17
The best Mordekaiser radiant item is Radiant Evenshroud with a 66.67% win rate (+12.75% vs base), 14.90% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.21% pick rate and 48.91% win rate. Radiant Gargoyle Stoneplate has the highest first place rate at 17.54%. The top three Mordekaiser radiant items are Radiant Evenshroud, Radiant Crownguard, and Radiant Sunfire Cape.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 66.67% | +12.75% | 14.90% | 0.04% | 18 | ||
| F | 63.16% | +9.24% | 11.44% | 0.04% | 19 | ||
| B | 54.93% | +1.01% | 14.54% | 0.16% | 71 | ||
| 4 | C | 54.05% | +0.13% | 10.51% | 0.08% | 37 | |
| 5 | A | 52.50% | -1.42% | 11.53% | 0.09% | 40 | |
| 6 | C | 48.91% | -5.01% | 14.20% | 0.21% | 92 | |
| 7 | D | 47.37% | -6.55% | 9.96% | 0.04% | 19 | |
| 8 | D | 45.45% | -8.47% | 9.88% | 0.05% | 22 | |
| 9 | A | 42.59% | -11.33% | 17.54% | 0.12% | 54 | |
| 10 | C | 40.00% | -13.92% | 13.97% | 0.02% | 10 | |
| 11 | F | 40.00% | -13.92% | 10.27% | 0.03% | 15 | |
| 12 | F | 40.00% | -13.92% | 11.29% | 0.02% | 10 | |
| 13 | D | 35.71% | -18.21% | 10.43% | 0.10% | 42 | |
| 14 | F | 30.43% | -23.49% | 11.26% | 0.10% | 46 | |
| 15 | A | 16.67% | -37.25% | 14.85% | 0.03% | 12 |
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Mordekaiser Set 17 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mordekaiser's best build in Set 17?
The best Mordekaiser build in TFT Set 17 features Crownguard, Ionic Spark, and Sunfire Cape as core items. This build has a 85.95% win rate and is picked 0.38% of the time. First place rate: 28.10%, avg placement: 2.56.
What is the best item for Mordekaiser?
Crownguard is the best item for Mordekaiser with a 69.49% win rate and 3.19% pick rate across 1,406 matches.
Which item is most popular on Mordekaiser?
Sunfire Cape is the most popular item on Mordekaiser with a 9.84% pick rate. It has a 57.84% win rate across 4,336 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Mordekaiser?
The top 3 items for Mordekaiser are Crownguard, Ionic Spark, and Adaptive Helm. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Mordekaiser's kit.
How many matches do the Mordekaiser item builds have?
The Mordekaiser item build data is based on 32,238 matches analyzed in TFT Set 17. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Crownguard on Mordekaiser?
Crownguard is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 69.49% win rate on Mordekaiser.
What components should I prioritize for Mordekaiser in TFT Set 17?
Priority components for Mordekaiser are Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, and Giant's Belt. These components build into Mordekaiser's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Mordekaiser in TFT?
On carousel for Mordekaiser TFT builds, prioritize Chain Vest. These components are essential for Mordekaiser's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Mordekaiser in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Mordekaiser is a strong item holder with a 86.0% win rate when properly itemized. Mordekaiser should be a priority for your items in Mordekaiser comps.
Is Mordekaiser a good item holder in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Mordekaiser is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 53.9% to 86.0%. Mordekaiser scales well with items.
What is Mordekaiser's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 17?
Mordekaiser's top 4 rate when itemized is 59.7%. With proper items, Mordekaiser significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Mordekaiser emblem?
The best emblem for Mordekaiser is Stargazer Emblem with a 66.76% win rate. This emblem activates the Stargazer trait on Mordekaiser, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Mordekaiser radiant item?
The top radiant item for Mordekaiser is Radiant Archangel's Staff with a 100.00% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Mordekaiser artifact?
The best artifact for Mordekaiser is Ekko's Patience with a 75.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Mordekaiser's kit.