Maokai Optimal Runes - Top Lane

The most effective rune setup for Maokai top lane in patch 15.4 features Resolve primary and Inspiration secondary, maintaining a 49.4% win rate across 4,279 matches.

Primary (Resolve):

• Keystone: Grasp of the Undying
• Demolish
• Second Wind
• Overgrowth

Secondary (Inspiration):

• Biscuit Delivery
• Cosmic Insight

Matchup Information: Strong Against:

• Mel (61.0% WR)
• Lux (56.3% WR)
• Brand (54.5% WR)
• Tahm Kench (54.4% WR)
• LeBlanc (53.8% WR)

Weak Against:

• Taric (42.0% WR)
• Swain (46.1% WR)
• Sona (47.1% WR)
• Braum (47.3% WR)
• Leona (47.5% WR)

Best ADC Synergies:

• Zeri (59.9% WR)
• Draven (56.0% WR)
• Tristana (53.6% WR)
• Miss Fortune (53.4% WR)
• Sivir (52.9% WR)

Essential Tips:

1. Use Saplings (E) for bush control and vision when trinkets are on cooldown
2. In teamfights, engage with ultimate (R) then fall back to peel for carries
3. Play defensively early game, especially against strong early-game champions

Combat Strategy:

• Focus on utility and team support rather than solo plays
• Prioritize objective control using Sapling vision
• Scale into mid-game where your crowd control becomes more impactful

This build and strategy guide provides optimal performance while maintaining durability and utility for team coordination.

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