Talk:Maokai/@comment-16940040-20140710152504/@comment-3148314-20140711132556

I'd definitely say it buffed him. Was considering the same question with a friend.

You now get more damage from W due to % damage and you can cast Q (spellblade-proc) more frequently. The CC-buff on sapplings might be helpful, as well.

Furthermore, your ult is not anymore limited to static duels and the enemy can no longer escape its damage-effect if you stick to him.