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Maokai Runes

The top Maokai runes in LoL patch 25.23 are Phase Rush, Manaflow Band, Transcendence, Scorch for Maokai's primary runes. Maokai's runes in his secondary tree best utilizes Legend: Haste and Presence of Mind. These Maokai rune choices provide the best Maokai rune build for ranked.

  • Maokai passive ability - Sap Magic - League of Legends
    Sap Magic

    Sap Magic

    Maokai's basic attack also heals him and deals additional damage on a moderate cooldown. Each time Maokai casts a spell or is struck by an enemy's spell, this cooldown is reduced.

  • Maokai Q ability - Bramble Smash - League of Legends
    Bramble Smash

    Bramble Smash

    Maokai knocks back nearby enemies with a shockwave, dealing magic damage and slowing them.

    Cost:
    • 40
    Cooldown:
    • 7/
    • 7/
    • 6/
    • 6/
    • 5
    Range:
    • 600
  • Maokai W ability - Twisted Advance - League of Legends
    Twisted Advance

    Twisted Advance

    Maokai contorts into a mass of moving roots, becoming untargetable and dashing to the target. Upon arrival, he roots the target.

    Cost:
    • 60
    Cooldown:
    • 14/
    • 13/
    • 12/
    • 11/
    • 10
    Range:
    • 525
  • Maokai E ability - Sapling Toss - League of Legends
    Sapling Toss

    Sapling Toss

    Maokai flings a sapling to the target area to stand guard. More effective in brush.

    Cost:
    • 60/
    • 65/
    • 70/
    • 75/
    • 80
    Cooldown:
    • 18/
    • 17/
    • 16/
    • 15/
    • 14
    Range:
    • 1100
  • Maokai R ultimate ability - Nature's Grasp - League of Legends
    Nature's Grasp

    Nature's Grasp

    Maokai summons a colossal wall of brambles and thorns that slowly advances forwards, damaging and rooting any enemies in the path.

    Cost:
    • 100
    Cooldown:
    • 130/
    • 110/
    • 90
    Range:
    • 3000
Classes:
  • Tank,
  • Support
50.59%Win Rate
Maokai B tier

Maokai performs best with Phase Rush as the keystone rune. The optimal primary runes for Maokai include Phase Rush, Manaflow Band, Transcendence. This rune setup achieves a 1.00% win rate across 1 Maokai games.

This alternative Maokai rune build uses Aftershock as the keystone. This setup provides a different playstyle for Maokai and achieves a 1.00% win rate. Consider this rune page when facing specific matchups or team compositions.

Maokai Runes - Frequently Asked Questions

What are the best Maokai runes?

The best Maokai runes in patch 25.23 are Phase Rush, Manaflow Band, Transcendence, and Scorch for the primary tree, and Legend: Haste and Presence of Mind for the secondary tree. These runes provide optimal performance for Maokai.

What keystone should I use on Maokai?

Phase Rush is the best keystone rune for Maokai. This keystone synergizes well with Maokai's abilities and provides maximum value in most matchups.

What are Maokai's secondary runes?

Maokai's best secondary runes are Legend: Haste and Presence of Mind. These secondary runes complement Maokai's primary rune choices and enhance overall effectiveness.

Can I use different rune setups on Maokai?

Yes, Maokai can utilize different rune setups depending on matchup and playstyle. While Phase Rush is most popular, alternative keystones may work better in specific situations.