how strong is maokai this patch reddit

Maokai looks solid, but not usually broken , based on recent public discussion and patch history. The Reddit vibe seems to be that he’s still a dependable tank/support pick, while his jungle and some carry-style uses lag behind.

Reddit read

A recent Reddit comment says the “next patch will overall buff Maokai with every other tank,” which suggests players expect him to benefit from broader tank item changes rather than a huge Maokai-specific spike. Another recent Reddit post argues old Maokai should return and says his rework is “not very strong,” which points to some frustration from long-time fans.

Patch context

Recent balance history shows Riot did give Maokai power boosts in patch 26.3 and 26.4 because he was struggling in top and jungle, with the patch notes specifically mentioning extra damage and better comfort in top/support. That usually means he’s at least viable, and sometimes under the radar rather than clearly dominant.

Practical take

• Support: likely his most stable role right now, especially if your team needs engage and vision control.

• Top: playable, but not the most exciting blind pick unless the meta favors tanks.

• Jungle: the weakest of his common roles according to recent patch history.

Reddit-style verdict

“Good enough to climb with, not so strong that people will rage-ban it every game.”

If you want the exact patch-by-patch picture, I can turn this into a cleaner “reddit sentiment + balance changes” summary.