Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 4 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Maokai TFT champion portrait - Set 4
Avg Place
4.48
1st Place
21.7%
Top 4
50.3%
Pick Rate
0.5%

MaokaiTFT Stats

Set 4
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Smash the ground, sending a shockwave towards the current target that deals 225/350/550 (+ap) magic damage to enemies hit and Chills them for 3 seconds.

Chill: Reduce Attack Speed by 50%

OverviewBuildEmblemsTraitsCompsTiers
Maokai has a Low contested risk with a 0.46% pick rate. This unit is unlikely to be contested - you should generally be able to find copies without too much competition. Popular comps using Maokai include Blacksmith/Brawler.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 100% of team compositions, Maokai is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 1-cost unit, Maokai is easy to 3-star for enhanced utility.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Low Contest
Skip Items
Not Flexible
Roll Lvl 5
1-Cost
Good Value
Role
Maokai is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Consider 3-starring Maokai by slow rolling at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Blacksmith/Brawler (82.6%).
Flexibility
Maokai is not flexible and typically only fits into 1 specific team composition. Only commit to this unit when you have a clear path to its optimal comp.
Traits
Maokai activates Brawler, Elderwood. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 4 Maokai Stats

  • Maokai health Health:750
  • Maokai mana Mana:75
  • Maokai armor Armor:40
  • Maokai magic resistance MR:40
  • Maokai attack damage AD:55
  • Maokai attack speed AS:0.50
  • Maokai attack range Attack Range:1
  • Maokai critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Maokai performance analysis shows strong popularity (78th percentile) and average average placement (41th percentile). Maokai's six key metrics: win rate (40th percentile), popularity (78th percentile), average placement (41th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Maokai

Maokai is a 1-cost champion in TFT Set 4 with a 50.3% win rate and 4.48 average placement. Maokai has a 0.5% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Solid 50.3% win rate indicates reliable performance
  • Good 4.48 average placement for climbing
  • Low 1-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes

Weaknesses

  • Lower pick rate suggests niche usage scenarios
  • Low-cost unit falls off without 3-star upgrade

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Consider 3-starring Maokai if given early pairs.

2

Itemization

Maokai works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Maokai with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Maokai Set 4 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Maokai good in TFT Set 4?

Maokai is currently a S-tier champion with a 50.32% win rate and 4.48 average placement in TFT Set 4. This makes Maokai a top-tier pick that ranks 4th among 13 1-cost champions. Maokai activates the Brawler and Elderwood traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Maokai in TFT?

The best items for Maokai in TFT Set 4 are Dragon's Claw (56.7% win rate), Spirit Visage (50.6% win rate) and Gargoyle Stoneplate (50.6% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Bramble Vest, Gargoyle Stoneplate and Warmog's Armor, achieving a 68.8% top 4 rate. Visit the Maokai Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Maokai in TFT Set 4?

The best team compositions featuring Maokai in TFT Set 4 are Blacksmith/Brawler (82.6% win rate). Maokai typically fits into specific team compositions, so commit to it when you have a clear path to one of its optimal comps. See all compositions on the Maokai Comps page.

Is Maokai a carry or support in TFT?

Maokai is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 4. As a 1-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Maokai your best items, ideally Bramble Vest, Gargoyle Stoneplate and Warmog's Armor. Consider 3-starring Maokai by slow rolling at level 5 for maximum damage output.

When should I roll for Maokai in TFT?

Maokai has the highest shop odds at level 1 with a 38.46% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 1-cost unit, consider slow rolling at level 5 if you want to 3-star Maokai.

What traits does Maokai have in TFT Set 4?

Maokai has the Brawler and Elderwood traits in TFT Set 4. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Maokai Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Maokai compare to other 1-cost units?

Maokai ranks 4th out of 13 1-cost champions in win rate (50.32%) in TFT Set 4. With a 0.46% pick rate and 4.48 average placement, Maokai is a solid 1-cost option. Similar 1-cost alternatives include Diana and Brand.

Is Maokai contested in TFT Set 4?

Maokai has a low pick rate of 0.46% in TFT Set 4, meaning it is rarely contested. You should be able to find copies of Maokai without much competition from other players.

See Also

Maokai BuildMaokai CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items