$3Kog'Maw
Tier A$3 GoldAbility: Upgrading Barrage Module
Passive: Attacks deal () bonus magic damage.Active: Gain % stacking Attack Speed for the rest of combat. After every casts, gain +1 Range.
Base Attributes & Scaling
Kog'Maw Item Performance & Placement Delta Matrix
| Item | Games | Avg Place | Placement Delta | Top 4 Rate | Win Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 Infinity EdgeBiS | 20,400 | #4.05 | -0.25 | 56.3% | 17% |
 Guinsoo's RagebladeBiS | 11,400 | #3.97 | -0.33 | 58.3% | 18% |
 BloodthirsterBiS | 8,400 | #3.89 | -0.41 | 60.3% | 18.9% |
 Spear of Shojin | 6,900 | #4.57 | +0.27 | 43.3% | 10.8% |
 Blue Buff | 6,000 | #4.62 | +0.32 | 42% | 10.2% |
 Warmog's Armor | 5,400 | #4.67 | +0.37 | 40.8% | 9.6% |
 Bramble Vest | 4,971 | #4.72 | +0.42 | 39.5% | 9% |
Kog'Maw Strategy: Positioning, Item Builds & Synergies
Kog'Maw is a Tier A $3-cost champion in TFT Set 13. With 4 hex attack range and 20/40 mana curve, maximizing their value requires tailored frontline support and Best-in-Slot itemization.
Carry Itemization Priority
Prioritize combining 3 core items early. As demonstrated in the delta matrix above, equipping full Best-in-Slot items dramatically reduces average placement by over 0.35 spots in Grandmaster and Challenger lobbies.
3-Star Upgrades & Pool Economy
Check whether other lobby opponents are holding copies of Kog'Maw. If uncontested, slow-rolling with 50+ gold interest at optimal levels maximizes your probability of hitting a 3-star power spike.
Key Strategic Takeaways
- Primary itemization should focus on: Infinity Edge, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Bloodthirster.
- Synergizes best with Automata, Sniper compositions.
- Pool bag size has exactly 18 copies in the shared game lobby.
- Positioning: Safe backline corner protected from assassins and direct spell line of fire.
Kog'Maw Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about piloting Kog'Maw in TFT Set 13.