Support Maokai Optimal Runes Guide

Maokai currently holds a 51.5% win rate with a 66.6% pick rate in Support role (23,247 matches analyzed).

Primary Runes (Resolve):

• Keystone: Aftershock
• Font of Life
• Second Wind
• Overgrowth

Secondary Runes (Inspiration):

• Hextech Flashtraption
• Biscuit Delivery

Strong Against:

• LeBlanc (60.4% WR)
• Pantheon (57.3% WR)
• Mel (55.7% WR)
• Pyke (55.7% WR)
• Bard (54.3% WR)
• Xerath (53.9% WR)

Weak Against:

• Galio (45.3% WR)
• Tahm Kench (46.1% WR)
• Zilean (47.1% WR)
• Thresh (47.5% WR)
• Janna (47.6% WR)
• Shaco (47.7% WR)

Best ADC Synergies:

• Nilah (56.1% WR)
• Ziggs (55.1% WR)
• Swain (54.5% WR)
• Kog'Maw (54.1% WR)
• Hwei (53.6% WR)
• Draven (53.6% WR)

Essential Tips:

1. Coordinate with your ADC before engaging with W
2. Use Saplings (E) in bushes for vision control and map awareness
3. In teamfights, use Ultimate (R) to engage, then focus on protecting your ADC

Remember to adapt your playstyle based on matchups and team composition for optimal results.

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