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
4.30
1st Place
20.0%
Top 4
54.0%
Pick Rate
0.7%

MaokaiTFT Stats

Set 4
S1 Cost icon1 Cost
SetSet 16
Matches461,978
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
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%

Maokai has a Very High contested risk with a 0.66% pick rate. This 1-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. 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

  • 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 (77.0%).
  • Contest Warning: Maokai has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
  • 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.
Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Not Flexible
Roll Lvl 5
1-Cost
Good Value

Set 4 Maokai Stats

  • Maokai health Health:700
  • 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 exceptional popularity (81th percentile) and strong average placement (60th percentile). Maokai's six key metrics: win rate (57th percentile), popularity (81th percentile), average placement (60th 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 54.0% win rate and 4.30 average placement. Maokai has a 0.7% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 54.0% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Good 4.30 average placement for climbing
  • Low 1-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes
  • Ranks #3 among 1-cost champions by win rate

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

Look for trait synergies that enhance Maokai's strengths.

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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 54.02% win rate and 4.30 average placement in TFT Set 4. This makes Maokai a top-tier pick that ranks 3rd among 13 1-cost champions.

What are the best items for Maokai in TFT?

The best items for Maokai in TFT Set 4 are Spirit Visage (63.4% win rate), Dragon's Claw (63.2% win rate) and Ionic Spark (61.1% win 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 (77.0% 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 typically played as a support or tank in TFT Set 4. As a 1-cost support unit, Maokai provides utility through the trait. Focus your items on your main carry and use Maokai to activate key synergies.

When should I roll for Maokai in TFT?

Shop odds data for Maokai varies by level. As a 1-cost unit, slow roll at level 5 to 3-star for the best chances to find Maokai.

What traits does Maokai have in TFT Set 4?

Trait information for Maokai is being updated. Visit the Maokai Traits page for the latest synergy data.

How does Maokai compare to other 1-cost units?

Maokai ranks 3rd out of 13 1-cost champions in win rate (54.02%) in TFT Set 4. With a 0.66% pick rate and 4.30 average placement, Maokai is one of the strongest 1-cost option. Similar 1-cost alternatives include Diana and Nidalee.

Is Maokai contested in TFT Set 4?

Maokai has a low pick rate of 0.66% in TFT Set 4, meaning it is rarely contested. You should be able to find copies of Maokai without much competition from other players.