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Willow Best Build 2026

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Best gadget, star power & gear · 48.8% win rate

Best build — AI optimized

Updating with the latest Brawlio AI recommendation from the live meta…

Star Power

Love Is Blind

Top Star Power for Willow — amplifies its controller damage and utility uptime.

Gadget

Spellbound

Best Gadget for Willow — gives burst control and tempo in skirmishes.

Gear 1

Speed

Improves mobility for rotations and dodging

Gear 2

Damage

Maximizes value when below 50% health

How to play the Willow build

The best Willow build in 2026 pairs its highest-value Star Power with the Gadget that fits its controller role. Run the Star Power that amplifies Willow's damage or utility uptime, and the Gadget that gives you burst control in skirmishes. For Gears, Speed is the universal pick to improve rotations and dodging, while Damage maximises trades when you drop below half health. On open or aggressive maps consider Shield or Health over Damage. This build keeps Willow consistent across the current meta and is updated daily as win rates shift.

Willow build FAQ

What is the best Willow build in 2026?

The optimal Willow build pairs its highest-value Star Power with the gadget that fits its controller role, plus Speed and Damage gears. With this setup Willow holds a 48.8% win rate in the current meta.

Which gears should I use on Willow?

Speed is the universal pick to improve rotations and dodging. Damage maximises trades below half health; on open or aggressive maps, consider Shield or Health instead.

Is Willow worth upgrading?

Willow is a D-tier Mythic Controller. With a 48.8% win rate and a 11.2% pick rate, it is a solid investment if you play the maps and modes that favour its kit.