AkaliTFT Build
3 CostBest Akali build for TFT Set 4 with 66.7% top 4 rate. Top items: Hextech Gunblade, Blue Buff, and Edge of Night. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 4 Akali builds: Edge of Night, Striker's Flail, Hand Of Justice (66.67% top four rate, +4.72% difference)
Akali Component Priority Order in Set 4
When playing Akali in TFT Set 4, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Chain Vest from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt 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.
Why These Components for Akali?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Akali, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Striker's Flail, Hand Of Justice, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Akali's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Akali, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Edge of Night, Bloodthirster, which are core items for maximizing Akali's effectiveness.
Chain Vest is the 3rd priority component for Akali, appearing in 1 of the top item builds. This component builds into Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Akali's effectiveness.
Akali Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Akali's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves or B.F. Sword 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.
Should You Itemize Akali in Set 4
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Akali Itemization in Set 4
Even Akali's best item build only provides +4.7% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.
Akali is a 3-cost unit that can serve as either a primary carry or support depending on your composition.
Akali Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Akali itemization in TFT Set 4 examines 1 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Akali has a base top four rate of 62.0%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Akali item build achieves a 66.7% top four rate, representing a +4.7% difference from the base rate. 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Akali achieves 66.7% top four rate (+4.7% vs base) with 3.78 average placement.
Itemized Akali has a 0.0% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Akali
- When Akali's perfect items naturally come together
- When your primary carry options aren't hitting
- As a temporary item holder before transitioning to a stronger carry
✗When NOT to Itemize Akali
- When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
- When the lobby is heavily contesting Akali
Best Akali Items in TFT Set 4
The best Akali item is Edge of Night with a 80.00% win rate (+18.05% vs base), 15.69% first place rate, and 9.26% pick rate. The most popular is Hand Of Justice with a 16.98% pick rate and 69.09% win rate. The top three Akali items are Edge of Night, Striker's Flail, and Hand Of Justice.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 80.00% | +18.05% | 15.69% | 9.26% | 30 | ||
  | B | 71.43% | +9.48% | 15.07% | 4.32% | 14 | ||
 | B | 69.09% | +7.14% | 13.95% | 16.98% | 55 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 60.00% | -1.95% | 13.50% | 6.17% | 20 | |
| 5 |  | B | 59.26% | -2.69% | 14.16% | 8.33% | 27 |
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Akali Set 4 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Akali's best build in Set 4?
The best Akali build in TFT Set 4 features Edge of Night, Striker's Flail, and Hand Of Justice as core items. This build has a 66.67% win rate and is picked 4.39% of the time. First place rate: 0.00%, avg placement: 3.78.
What is the best item for Akali?
Hextech Gunblade is the best item for Akali with a 88.89% win rate and 2.78% pick rate across 9 matches.
Which item is most popular on Akali?
Hand Of Justice is the most popular item on Akali with a 16.98% pick rate. It has a 69.09% win rate across 55 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Akali?
The top 3 items for Akali are Hextech Gunblade, Blue Buff, 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 210 matches analyzed in TFT Set 4. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Hextech Gunblade on Akali?
Hextech Gunblade is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 88.89% win rate on Akali.
What components should I prioritize for Akali in TFT Set 4?
Priority components for Akali are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Tear of the Goddess. 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 Sparring Gloves. These components are essential for Akali's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Akali in TFT Set 4?
Akali is typically not a primary item holder. Consider putting items on your main carry instead, using Akali for their traits and utility.
Is Akali a good item holder in TFT Set 4?
Akali is not a primary item holder. Items only marginally improve their performance. It's better to use Akali for their traits and give items to dedicated carries.
What is Akali's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 4?
Akali's top 4 rate when itemized is 66.7%. With proper items, Akali matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Akali emblem?
The best emblem for Akali is Warlord Emblem with a 100.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Warlord trait on Akali, providing additional bonuses.