OlafTFT Build
4 CostBest Olaf build for TFT Set 4 with 100.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Deathblade, Edge of Night, and Thief's Gloves. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 4 Olaf builds: Thief's Gloves (100.00% top four rate, +46.23% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (81.82% top four rate, +28.05% difference); Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Titan's Resolve (46.15% top four rate, -7.62% difference)
Olaf Component Priority Order in Set 4
When playing Olaf in TFT Set 4, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Chain Vest from the carousel and item drops. Recurve Bow and Tear of the Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Olaf'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 Olaf?
B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Olaf, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Deathblade, Edge of Night, Sterak's Gage, which are core items for maximizing Olaf's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Olaf, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Olaf's effectiveness.
Chain Vest is the 3rd priority component for Olaf, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Edge of Night, Titan's Resolve, which are core items for maximizing Olaf's effectiveness.
Olaf Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Olaf's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for B.F. Sword or Sparring Gloves 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 Olaf's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Olaf in Set 4
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Olaf Itemization in Set 4
Olaf's best item build provides +46.2% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
Itemized Olaf achieves 3.22 average placement, consistently finishing in top positions.
Itemized Olaf achieves 39.9% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 4-cost champion, Olaf has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Olaf Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Olaf itemization in TFT Set 4 examines 4 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Olaf has a base top four rate of 53.8%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Olaf item build achieves a 100.0% top four rate, representing a +46.2% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 4 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, and 2 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Olaf achieves 68.5% top four rate (+14.8% vs base) with 3.22 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Olaf achieves a 39.9% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Olaf a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Olaf
- When you find Olaf 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 Olaf's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Olaf
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Olaf Items in TFT Set 4
The best Olaf item is Deathblade with a 73.68% win rate (+19.91% vs base), 13.07% first place rate, and 2.08% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 18.25% pick rate and 56.29% win rate. Thief's Gloves has the highest first place rate at 15.70%. The top three Olaf items are Deathblade, Edge of Night, and Thief's Gloves.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 73.68% | +19.91% | 13.07% | 2.08% | 19 | ||
 | B | 69.57% | +15.80% | 15.69% | 5.03% | 46 | ||
 | B | 63.64% | +9.87% | 15.70% | 2.40% | 22 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 59.26% | +5.49% | 13.95% | 5.90% | 54 | |
| 5 |  | B | 57.33% | +3.56% | 14.83% | 8.20% | 75 | |
| 6 |   | B | 57.14% | +3.37% | 12.70% | 7.65% | 70 | |
| 7 |  | B | 56.29% | +2.52% | 13.50% | 18.25% | 167 | |
| 8 | | B | 54.55% | +0.78% | 14.37% | 2.40% | 22 | |
| 9 | | B | 52.63% | -1.14% | 12.81% | 2.08% | 19 | |
| 10 | | B | 49.24% | -4.53% | 13.84% | 14.43% | 132 |
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Olaf Set 4 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Olaf's best build in Set 4?
The best Olaf build in TFT Set 4 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 100.00% win rate and is picked 1.18% of the time. First place rate: 100.00%, avg placement: 1.00.
What is the best item for Olaf?
Deathblade is the best item for Olaf with a 73.68% win rate and 2.08% pick rate across 19 matches.
Which item is most popular on Olaf?
Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Olaf with a 18.25% pick rate. It has a 56.29% win rate across 167 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Olaf?
The top 3 items for Olaf are Deathblade, Edge of Night, and Thief's Gloves. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Olaf's kit.
How many matches do the Olaf item builds have?
The Olaf item build data is based on 626 matches analyzed in TFT Set 4. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Deathblade on Olaf?
Deathblade is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 73.68% win rate on Olaf.
What components should I prioritize for Olaf in TFT Set 4?
Priority components for Olaf are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Olaf's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Olaf in TFT?
On carousel for Olaf TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for Olaf's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Olaf in TFT Set 4?
Yes, Olaf is a strong item holder with a 100.0% win rate when properly itemized. Olaf should be a priority for your items in Olaf comps.
Is Olaf a good item holder in TFT Set 4?
Yes, Olaf is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 53.8% to 100.0%. Olaf scales well with items.
What is Olaf's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 4?
Olaf's top 4 rate when itemized is 68.5%. With proper items, Olaf significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Olaf emblem?
The best emblem for Olaf is Brawler Emblem with a 100.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Brawler trait on Olaf, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Olaf radiant item?
The top radiant item for Olaf is Radiant Bloodthirster with a 100.00% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Olaf artifact?
The best artifact for Olaf is Hellfire Hatchet with a 100.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Olaf's kit.