Talk:Olaf/@comment-24390716-20140108105205/@comment-1330314-20140115191419

Atma's used to be good on Olaf, but now it's a really terrible item. There are far better options out there for getting tankier or dealing more damage.

Blade of the Ruined King is okay if you're up against health-stacking enemies or if you're behind, but otherwise I wouldn't recommend it. Olaf is already a very good duelist, so unless you're getting out-tanked you shouldn't need this.

Maw of Malmortius is an amazing item on Olaf if you're getting focused. The shield allows you to gain massive attack speed and sustain from your steroids while letting you last a bit longer. You don't really need to rush this item, though: a Hexdrinker will give you most of the item's bonuses at a far lesser cost, and you'll only need to upgrade it as one of your last choices.

Ravenous Hydra has so many advantages over BT there's no real debate over what you should pick: Hydra gives comparable amounts of damage and sustain without the risk of losing on the item's value, and in addition it gives massive amounts of regen, huge splitpushing potential due to its waveclear and an active that's great for both farming and fighting.

So in the end it comes down to Maw or Hydra: if you're against burst or a heavy AP comp, then Maw of Malmortius will give you a massive teamfight advantage. If you just need more damage and sustain or want to splitpush, then Hydra will give you the best bonuses.