Ekko TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.27
1st Place
11.9%
Top 4
55.9%
Pick Rate
7.2%

EkkoTFT Build

Set 16
SetSet 16
Matches732,372
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Ekko build for TFT Set 16 with 62.7% top 4 rate. Top items: Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Bloodthirster. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Ekko builds: Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (62.72% top four rate, +6.85% difference); Bloodthirster, Jeweled Gauntlet, Titan's Resolve (62.45% top four rate, +6.58% difference); Bloodthirster, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Titan's Resolve (61.97% top four rate, +6.10% difference)

Avg Placement:4.04
Top 4 Rate:62.72%
Top 4 Diff:+6.85%
1st Place Rate:10.42%
Pick Rate:1.08%
Avg Placement:4.04
Top 4 Rate:62.45%
Top 4 Diff:+6.58%
1st Place Rate:9.92%
Pick Rate:0.90%
Avg Placement:3.95
Top 4 Rate:61.97%
Top 4 Diff:+6.10%
1st Place Rate:13.20%
Pick Rate:24.21%

Ekko Component Priority Order in Set 16

When playing Ekko in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. Chain Vest and B.F. Sword are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Ekko's highest win rate items and will help you secure consistent top four placements. Focus on slamming items early using these components rather than holding for perfect items, as tempo is crucial for maintaining a healthy economy.

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Recurve Bow - Priority 1 component for Ekko in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 2 builds
2
Needlessly Large Rod - Priority 2 component for Ekko in TFT
Needlessly Large RodFound in 2 builds
3
Sparring Gloves - Priority 3 component for Ekko in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 2 builds
4
Chain Vest - Priority 4 component for Ekko in TFT
Chain VestFound in 1 builds
5
B.F. Sword - Priority 5 component for Ekko in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 1 builds

Why These Components for Ekko?

Recurve Bow

Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Ekko, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Ekko's effectiveness.

Needlessly Large Rod

Needlessly Large Rod is the 2nd priority component for Ekko, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Ekko's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Ekko, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Jeweled Gauntlet, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Ekko's effectiveness.

Ekko Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Ekko's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Recurve Bow or Needlessly Large Rod to complete your core items. Don't greed for perfect components—slam items to preserve HP.
  • Late Game (Stage 5+): Use any remaining components to build utility items or complete Ekko's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Ekko in Set 16

RecommendedEkko is a solid itemization choice in Set 16. With optimal items, Ekko achieves up to +6.9% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 55.9%. While not the highest-scaling carry, itemizing Ekko provides meaningful performance gains.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate58.6%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+2.7%
Avg Placement4.13
1st Place Rate10.0%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate55.9%
Best Build Diff+6.9%
Champion Cost2-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Ekko Itemization in Set 16

Good Item Scaling

Ekko's optimal items provide +6.9% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.

Low-Cost Reroll Potential

As a 2-cost champion, Ekko is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.

Ekko Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Ekko itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Ekko has a base top four rate of 55.9%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Ekko item build achieves a 62.7% top four rate, representing a +6.9% difference from the base rate. 3 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Ekko achieves 58.6% top four rate (+2.7% vs base) with 4.13 average placement.

Itemized Ekko has a 10.0% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.

When to Itemize Ekko

  • When Ekko fits naturally into your composition's traits
  • When you have item components that build Ekko's best items
  • When higher-cost carries aren't available or are heavily contested

When NOT to Itemize Ekko

  • When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
  • When Ekko's optimal items don't match your available components

Best Ekko Items in TFT Set 16

The best Ekko item is Titan's Resolve with a 60.43% win rate (+4.56% vs base), 14.97% first place rate, and 20.24% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 23.12% pick rate and 58.30% win rate. The top three Ekko items are Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Bloodthirster.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Chain VestRecurve Bow
B60.43%+4.56%14.97%20.24%18,981
Recurve BowNeedlessly Large Rod
B58.40%+2.53%13.03%19.58%18,359
B.F. SwordNegatron Cloak
B58.30%+2.43%13.97%23.12%21,679
4
Needlessly Large RodSparring Gloves
B57.30%+1.43%14.62%4.58%4,295
5
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
B57.19%+1.32%14.18%5.85%5,485

Best Ekko Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Ekko artifact item is Seeker's Armguard with a 68.70% win rate (+12.83% vs base), 20.15% first place rate, and 0.28% pick rate. The most popular is Wit's End with a 0.30% pick rate and 60.65% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 24.31%. The top three Ekko artifact items are Seeker's Armguard, Talisman Of Ascension, and Dawncore.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A68.70%+12.83%20.15%0.28%262
A67.35%+11.48%17.85%0.05%49
A62.07%+6.20%19.83%0.03%29
4A61.90%+6.03%18.73%0.02%21
5A60.65%+4.78%20.95%0.30%277
6A60.38%+4.51%18.71%0.11%106
7A60.00%+4.13%19.85%0.06%60
8A59.64%+3.77%16.90%0.29%275
9A57.43%+1.56%20.56%0.11%101
10A56.55%+0.68%21.66%0.18%168
11A55.56%-0.31%20.34%0.07%63
12A52.38%-3.49%19.53%0.02%21
13A51.85%-4.02%21.01%0.14%135
14A51.61%-4.26%18.20%0.13%124
15A51.47%-4.40%18.58%0.07%68
16A49.25%-6.62%18.91%0.07%67
17A48.94%-6.93%17.94%0.15%141
18B43.75%-12.12%15.86%0.03%32
19A43.48%-12.39%22.69%0.02%23
20A42.86%-13.01%19.98%0.01%14
21A38.46%-17.41%24.31%0.01%13
22A38.46%-17.41%21.96%0.01%13
23B33.33%-22.54%14.13%0.01%12

Best Ekko Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Ekko radiant item is Radiant Hextech Gunblade with a 76.47% win rate (+20.60% vs base), 19.08% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Titan's Resolve with a 0.23% pick rate and 68.84% win rate. Radiant Nashor's Tooth has the highest first place rate at 23.18%. The top three Ekko radiant items are Radiant Hextech Gunblade, Radiant Void Staff, and Radiant Ionic Spark.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A76.47%+20.60%19.08%0.02%17
B72.73%+16.86%14.04%0.01%11
B72.22%+16.35%16.93%0.02%18
4B70.59%+14.72%15.61%0.04%34
5A68.84%+12.97%16.83%0.23%215
6A66.67%+10.80%23.18%0.02%15
7B65.22%+9.35%17.19%0.02%23
8A64.10%+8.23%18.94%0.04%39
9B63.48%+7.61%14.47%0.19%178
10B62.60%+6.73%14.55%0.13%123
11A60.19%+4.32%18.56%0.11%103
12A60.00%+4.13%20.21%0.02%20
13B60.00%+4.13%14.02%0.01%10
14B57.89%+2.02%17.28%0.20%190
15A52.83%-3.04%19.14%0.06%53
16B47.06%-8.81%16.51%0.04%34
17A42.86%-13.01%18.05%0.01%14
18B36.36%-19.51%16.30%0.01%11
19B35.71%-20.16%12.52%0.01%14
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Ekko Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Ekko's best build in Set 16?

The best Ekko build in Set 16 is Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, and Hand Of Justice with a 62.72% top four rate, 10.42% first place rate, and 4.04 average placement. This build is picked 1.08% of the time.

What is the best item for Ekko?

The best item for Ekko is Titan's Resolve with a 60.43% win rate. This item is picked 20.24% of the time and has won 11,471 matches across 18,981 games.

Which item is most popular on Ekko?

Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Ekko with a 23.12% pick rate. This item maintains a 58.30% win rate and has been used in 21,679 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Ekko?

The top 3 items for Ekko are Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Bloodthirster with an average win rate of 59.04%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.

How many matches do the Ekko item builds have?

The Ekko item builds are based on 68,799 total matches. Titan's Resolve has the most wins with 11,471 victories.

Should I always build Titan's Resolve on Ekko?

While Titan's Resolve has the highest win rate at 60.43%, the best Ekko build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Bloodthirster as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.

What components should I prioritize for Ekko in TFT Set 16?

The top components to prioritize for Ekko in Set 16 are Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, and Sparring Gloves. These components appear most frequently in Ekko's highest win rate item builds. Recurve Bow is the #1 priority component, appearing in 2 of Ekko's top item builds.

What should I pick on carousel for Ekko in TFT?

When playing Ekko in TFT Set 16, prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel as it builds into Ekko's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Needlessly Large Rod and Sparring Gloves. These components give you the flexibility to build Ekko's optimal items.

Should I itemize Ekko in TFT Set 16?

Ekko is a recommended itemization choice in TFT Set 16. Ekko's best item build achieves a +6.9% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 55.9%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

Is Ekko a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Ekko is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Ekko achieves +6.9% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.

What is Ekko's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?

When properly itemized, Ekko achieves an average top four rate of 58.6% in TFT Set 16, which is +2.7% compared to the base rate of 55.9%. The best Ekko item build reaches 62.7% top four rate with a 4.04 average placement.

What is the best Ekko emblem?

The best Ekko emblem is Juggernaut Emblem with a 67.12% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.08% of the time and has been used in 73 matches.

What is the top Ekko radiant item?

The top Ekko radiant item is Radiant Red Buff with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 5 matches.

What is the best Ekko artifact?

The best Ekko artifact is Fishbones with a 100.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 5 matches.