TFT Comps by First Place Rate - Set 16

This table highlights TFT Set 16 team compositions with the highest first place rates, perfect for players looking to maximize their chances of winning games. Top 8-champion Set 16 compositions: Caretaker (67.5% WR, 3.4 avg), Juggernaut (75.8% WR, 3.1 avg), Defender (73.3% WR, 3.3 avg). Caretaker/Defender leads with 67.50% win rate and 3.38 average placement. Juggernaut follows at 75.81% win rate. Analyzing 43 8-comp compositions with real-time performance statistics.

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Primary	Champions	Builds	Traits	Avg	Win	First	Pick
Defender Piltover	★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Neeko ★★★ Vi ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Loris ★★ Nidalee Swain	★★★ ★★★	Defender (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Warden (2)Caretaker (1)Huntress (1)Targon (1)	3.38 Avg Place	67.50% Win Rate	30.00% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Warden Juggernaut	★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Loris ★★ Loris ★★ Malzahar ★★ Malzahar ★★ Nautilus ★★ Nautilus ★★ Seraphine	★★ ★★	Juggernaut (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Void (2)Warden (2)	3.15 Avg Place	75.81% Win Rate	20.97% First Place	0.10% Pick Rate	View
Targon	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Neeko ★★ Vi ★★★ Leona ★★★ Malzahar ★★★ Zoe ★★ Seraphine ★★ Taric	★★★ ★★★	Defender (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Void (2)Targon (1)	3.26 Avg Place	73.28% Win Rate	20.66% First Place	1.60% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	3.64 Avg Place	72.22% Win Rate	19.44% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ LeBlanc ★★ Ambessa ★★ Swain Mel	★★ ★★	Noxus (7)Juggernaut (2)	3.74 Avg Place	66.04% Win Rate	18.87% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Defender Juggernaut	★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Neeko ★★★ Vi ★★ Loris ★★ Nidalee ★★ Swain Shyvana	★★ ★★★	Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Caretaker (1)Huntress (1)Dragonborn (1)Targon (1)	3.20 Avg Place	78.57% Win Rate	18.57% First Place	0.12% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Zaun	★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Warwick Lucian & Senna	★★★ ★★	Freljord (3)Zaun (3)Defender (2)Gunslinger (2)Piltover (2)Quickstriker (2)Warden (2)Soulbound (1)	3.43 Avg Place	70.10% Win Rate	17.78% First Place	0.64% Pick Rate	View
Ionia	★★ Shen ★★ Neeko ★★ Yasuo ★★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone Sett	★★ ★★★	Ionia (7)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Slayer (2)Arcanist (2)The Boss (1)	3.51 Avg Place	71.78% Win Rate	17.38% First Place	0.81% Pick Rate	View
Defender Piltover	★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Neeko ★★★ Vi ★★ Loris ★★ Nidalee ★★ Swain ★★ Taric	★★★ ★★	Defender (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Caretaker (1)Huntress (1)Targon (1)	3.31 Avg Place	74.89% Win Rate	16.88% First Place	0.38% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Zaun	★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Taric ★★ Warwick	★★★ ★★	Freljord (3)Zaun (3)Defender (2)Piltover (2)Quickstriker (2)Warden (2)Targon (1)	3.80 Avg Place	64.44% Win Rate	16.67% First Place	0.15% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	3.54 Avg Place	71.82% Win Rate	14.09% First Place	0.36% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	3.55 Avg Place	75.00% Win Rate	13.64% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick Kindred	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Juggernaut (2)Quickstriker (2)Eternal (1)	3.63 Avg Place	69.39% Win Rate	12.24% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Zaun	★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum Miss Fortune ★★ Warwick	★★★ ★★	Freljord (3)Zaun (3)Defender (2)Gunslinger (2)Piltover (2)Quickstriker (2)Warden (2)	3.73 Avg Place	68.69% Win Rate	12.12% First Place	0.16% Pick Rate	View
Bilgewater	★★ Illaoi ★★ Graves ★★ Gangplank ★★ Nautilus ★★ Fizz ★★ Miss Fortune Ornn Tahm Kench	★★ ★★	Bilgewater (7)Bruiser (2)Gunslinger (2)Warden (2)Blacksmith (1)Glutton (1)	5.34 Avg Place	31.43% Win Rate	11.43% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Seraphine ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Juggernaut (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)	4.17 Avg Place	56.99% Win Rate	10.75% First Place	0.15% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	3.96 Avg Place	62.00% Win Rate	10.00% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (4)Warden (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Vanquisher (2)Harvester (1)	4.35 Avg Place	56.25% Win Rate	9.82% First Place	0.18% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	4.35 Avg Place	53.23% Win Rate	9.68% First Place	0.10% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick ★★ Wukong	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Bruiser (2)Juggernaut (2)	4.58 Avg Place	45.16% Win Rate	9.68% First Place	0.10% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris Ambessa ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (4)Warden (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Vanquisher (2)	5.11 Avg Place	39.47% Win Rate	7.89% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick Lucian & Senna	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Gunslinger (2)Juggernaut (2)Soulbound (1)	4.33 Avg Place	53.77% Win Rate	7.55% First Place	0.17% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	4.69 Avg Place	45.13% Win Rate	7.18% First Place	0.32% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz	★★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)	5.16 Avg Place	37.55% Win Rate	6.90% First Place	0.86% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)	5.09 Avg Place	41.23% Win Rate	6.14% First Place	0.19% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Wukong Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)	4.07 Avg Place	61.76% Win Rate	5.88% First Place	0.11% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	5.09 Avg Place	37.63% Win Rate	5.15% First Place	0.32% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Lulu ★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★ Teemo ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★ ★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	5.52 Avg Place	29.03% Win Rate	4.93% First Place	0.87% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Blitzcrank ★★ Ekko ★★ Vi ★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx Miss Fortune ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick	★★ ★★	Zaun (7)Gunslinger (2)Juggernaut (2)	4.29 Avg Place	53.62% Win Rate	4.35% First Place	0.11% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	5.10 Avg Place	36.08% Win Rate	4.12% First Place	0.16% Pick Rate	View
Bilgewater	★★ Illaoi ★★ Graves ★★ Twisted Fate ★★ Gangplank ★★ Nautilus ★★ Fizz ★★ Miss Fortune Tahm Kench	-	Bilgewater (7)Bruiser (2)Gunslinger (2)Glutton (1)	5.79 Avg Place	25.00% Win Rate	3.98% First Place	0.29% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald Swain	★★	Void (6)Juggernaut (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)Assimilator (1)	5.86 Avg Place	19.64% Win Rate	3.57% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Warden Shadow Isles	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Ornn Thresh	★★	Warden (5)Shadow Isles (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Blacksmith (1)	5.52 Avg Place	25.41% Win Rate	3.28% First Place	0.20% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	4.84 Avg Place	43.52% Win Rate	2.78% First Place	0.18% Pick Rate	View
Ionia	★★ Shen ★★ Neeko ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Yasuo ★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone	★★ ★★	Ionia (7)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Slayer (2)Arcanist (2)	5.29 Avg Place	34.21% Win Rate	2.63% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista Ornn Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (5)Blacksmith (1)	5.31 Avg Place	33.33% Win Rate	2.22% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	-	Yordle (8)Defender (2)	5.44 Avg Place	32.85% Win Rate	2.19% First Place	0.23% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Nautilus ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (5)	5.42 Avg Place	25.00% Win Rate	1.92% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Neeko ★★ Sion ★★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★★ LeBlanc Swain	★★★ ★★★	Noxus (5)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Arcanist (2)	5.44 Avg Place	30.23% Win Rate	0.00% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Ixtal	★★ Qiyana ★★★ Bard ★★★ Neeko ★★ Orianna ★★ Vi ★★ Milio ★★ Nidalee ★★ Skarner	★★★ ★★★	Ixtal (5)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Piltover (2)Caretaker (1)Huntress (1)	5.53 Avg Place	31.25% Win Rate	0.00% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ LeBlanc Ambessa Swain	★★	Noxus (7)Juggernaut (2)	5.64 Avg Place	27.27% Win Rate	0.00% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Warden Shadow Isles	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Nautilus ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Thresh	★★ ★★	Warden (5)Shadow Isles (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)	6.02 Avg Place	21.43% Win Rate	0.00% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald Volibear	★★ ★★	Void (6)Bruiser (2)Longshot (2)Assimilator (1)	5.86 Avg Place	20.00% Win Rate	0.00% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View

TFT Set 16 Meta Analysis

This page displays 43 team compositions sorted by first place rate to find compositions with the highest potential to win lobbies, based on 6.1K games analyzed from ranked matches. The current meta shows an average win rate of 49.0% and average placement of 4.56 across all tracked compositions.

Top Performing Compositions

The highest win rate composition is Caretaker/Defender with Nidalee as the primary carry, achieving a 78.6% win rate. Following closely is Juggernaut/Disruptor at 75.8% win rate, and Bruiser/Caretaker at 75.0%. These compositions represent the strongest options in the current meta for players looking to maximize their LP gains.

Playstyle Breakdown

Understanding how each composition plays helps you choose the right one for your game state:

Caretaker/Defender (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Nidalee
Juggernaut/Disruptor (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Nautilus
Bruiser/Caretaker (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Aphelios

Best for Winning Lobbies

If your goal is to win first place rather than just top 4, consider Caretaker/Defender which achieves first place in 30.0% of games. With only a 0.1% pick rate, this composition is rarely contested.

Most Consistent for Climbing

For players focused on consistent LP gains, Juggernaut/Disruptor offers the best average placement at 3.15.Consistent compositions minimize bottom 4 finishes and provide steady climbing, even if they don't win lobbies as often.

Hidden Gems - Uncontested Picks

These compositions have above-average win rates but low pick rates, making them excellent choices when your primary composition is contested:

Caretaker/Defender: 78.6% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Juggernaut/Disruptor: 75.8% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Bruiser/Caretaker: 75.0% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate

Meta Contestation

The most popular composition is Defender/Disruptor with a 1.6% pick rate, and it maintains a strong 73.3% win rate despite high contestation. Defender/Arcanist follows at 0.9% pick rate. When multiple players contest the same composition, consider pivoting to less popular alternatives to improve your odds.

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TFT Set 16 Comps FAQ

What is the best TFT comp in TFT Set 16?

The best TFT comp in TFT Set 16 is Caretaker/Defender with Nidalee as the primary carry, achieving a 78.6% win rate and 3.20 average placement. This composition is effective for climbing ranked and consistently places in top 4.

How do I play the Caretaker/Defender comp?

To play Caretaker/Defender, focus on building around Nidalee as your main carry. Look for Nidalee and supporting units early, prioritize items that synergize with your carry, and aim to hit your power spike by level 7-8. This comp has a 0.1% pick rate, making it a relatively uncontested option.

What comps are good for climbing in TFT Set 16?

For consistent LP gains in TFT Set 16, Juggernaut/Disruptor offers the best average placement at 3.15. Other reliable options include Caretaker/Defender (3.20 avg) and Defender/Disruptor (3.26 avg). Consistent comps minimize bottom 4 finishes and provide steady climbing.

What is the easiest TFT comp to play?

Caretaker/Defender is a great option for players looking for an easier climb. With a 78.6% win rate but only 0.1% pick rate, you're unlikely to be contested, making the game easier to navigate. Low contestation means you can naturally find your units without having to force pivots.

When should I force a comp vs flex in TFT Set 16?

In TFT Set 16, Defender/Disruptor has a 1.6% pick rate, meaning it's heavily contested. If you see others going for it, consider flexing into alternatives like Caretaker/Defender. Force a comp when you hit early units and items, or when it's uncontested. Flex when you see 2+ players competing for the same units.

Which TFT comp wins lobbies most often in TFT Set 16?

Caretaker/Defender achieves first place in 30.0% of games, making it the best comp for winning lobbies outright. Juggernaut/Disruptor follows at 21.0% first place rate. If your goal is to win rather than just top 4, prioritize these high-ceiling compositions.

When should I play for first place vs top 4?

Play for first when you have a high-ceiling comp like Caretaker/Defender (30.0% first rate) and hit your power spike with optimal items. Play for top 4 when you're contested, have suboptimal items, or need to preserve LP. In ranked, consistent top 4s often climb faster than coinflipping for first.