Elderwood Aphelios Comp

TFT Comp

Best Elderwood Aphelios comp featuring Aphelios in TFT Set 18.

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Champions:
Xayah - 1-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Xayah
Ornn - 1-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Ornn
Alistar - 2-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Alistar
LeBlanc - 2-cost TFT Set 18 champion
LeBlanc
Hecarim - 3-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Hecarim
Diana - 3-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Diana
Lillia - 4-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Lillia
Aphelios - 4-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Aphelios
Traits:
Elderwood trait icon - TFT Set 18Elderwood (5)Defender trait icon - TFT Set 18Defender (2)Fae trait icon - TFT Set 18Fae (2)Lunar trait icon - TFT Set 18Lunar (2)Rapidfire trait icon - TFT Set 18Rapidfire (2)Vanguard trait icon - TFT Set 18Vanguard (2)
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Set:18
Sample Size:500,000 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:
6.07
Avg Place
0.88%
First Place
18.18%
Top 4 Rate
0.08%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 6.07 placement with a 18.2% top 4 rate and a 0.9% first place rate. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard builds: Lillia with Elderwood Emblem, Evenshroud, Spirit Visage (76.40% WR, +58.22% difference); LeBlanc with Giant Slayer, Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin (73.71% WR, +55.53% difference); Xayah with Giant Slayer, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Talisman of Ascension (74.82% WR, +56.65% difference)
Lillia
Lillia
Elderwood EmblemElderwood EmblemEvenshroudEvenshroudSpirit VisageSpirit Visage
76.40%
Win Rate
+58.22%
Difference
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
Giant SlayerGiant SlayerHextech GunbladeHextech GunbladeSpear of ShojinSpear of Shojin
73.71%
Win Rate
+55.53%
Difference
Xayah
Xayah
Giant SlayerGiant SlayerGuinsoo's RagebladeGuinsoo's RagebladeTalisman of AscensionTalisman of Ascension
74.82%
Win Rate
+56.65%
Difference
High Contested Risk
This comp has High contested risk and is often contested and may require backup plans. The most contested units are Lillia, Aphelios, Hecarim due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.

Top Contested Units

Ornn
Ornn
Severe Contested Risk
Hecarim
Hecarim
Severe Contested Risk
Xayah
Xayah
Severe Contested Risk
Diana
Diana
High Contested Risk
Alistar
Alistar
High Contested Risk
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Xayah and Ornn are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Alistar and LeBlanc are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Hecarim and Diana are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Lillia and Aphelios are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Xayah
      Xayah
    • Ornn
      Ornn
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Alistar
      Alistar
    • LeBlanc
      LeBlanc
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Hecarim
      Hecarim
    • Diana
      Diana
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Lillia
      Lillia
    • Aphelios
      Aphelios
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

Vertical Elderwood
Highly Contested
Flexible Start
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Win Condition
Vertical Elderwood - maximize Elderwood trait for synergy bonuses.
Economy
Medium Cost comp (60g investment). Play strongest board, pivot based on items and units hit.
Contest Warning
Highly Contested - 3 pivot options available.
Items
Best-in-slot items add +58.2% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
D A_ Component_ B F Sword and D A_ Component_ Recurve Bow.
Augment Synergies
Look for AD damage augments, Elderwood trait augments.
Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Ornn, Xayah, Alistar, LeBlanc, Diana, Hecarim, Aphelios, Lillia at 1-star, 2-star, and 3-star levels. Use this data to decide which units to prioritize upgrading and when to reroll for 3-star units. Aphelios has the highest 2-star win rate at 23.1%.
Ornn
Ornn
23.6%WR
8.3%PR
15.4%WR
81.5%PR
41.2%WR
10.3%PR
Xayah
Xayah
26.9%WR
4.3%PR
13.9%WR
85.8%PR
51.7%WR
9.9%PR
Alistar
Alistar
16.4%WR
9.6%PR
16.2%WR
83.4%PR
50.7%WR
7.0%PR
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
11.8%WR
23.2%PR
20.5%WR
76.2%PR
48.0%WR
0.7%PR
Diana
Diana
13.0%WR
20.9%PR
19.3%WR
77.8%PR
54.5%WR
1.3%PR
Hecarim
Hecarim
17.5%WR
10.6%PR
17.1%WR
84.8%PR
48.9%WR
4.6%PR
Aphelios
Aphelios
11.1%WR
37.1%PR
23.1%WR
62.9%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Lillia
Lillia
15.7%WR
35.4%PR
20.2%WR
64.6%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Ornn's best item is Bramble Vest with a 52.0% win rate. Xayah's best item is Red Buff with a 56.3% win rate. Alistar's best item is Sunfire Cape with a 52.7% win rate. LeBlanc's best item is Void Staff with a 53.8% win rate. Diana's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 58.0% win rate. Hecarim's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 57.7% win rate. Aphelios's best item is Striker's Flail with a 62.2% win rate. Lillia's best item is Adaptive Helm with a 69.2% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
Ornn
Ornn
Bramble Vest52.0%Steadfast Heart50.6%Sunfire Cape50.4%
Xayah
Xayah
Red Buff56.3%Giant Slayer52.6%Last Whisper50.3%
Alistar
Alistar
Sunfire Cape52.7%Dragon's Claw51.0%Thief's Gloves49.8%
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
Void Staff53.8%Hextech Gunblade53.2%Adaptive Helm52.1%
Diana
Diana
Thief's Gloves58.0%Ionic Spark57.2%Titan's Resolve53.7%
Hecarim
Hecarim
Steadfast Heart57.7%Evenshroud57.4%Sunfire Cape57.0%
Aphelios
Aphelios
Striker's Flail62.2%Red Buff61.0%Giant Slayer59.6%
Lillia
Lillia
Adaptive Helm69.2%Bramble Vest67.2%Evenshroud66.6%
If contested, consider pivoting to Brawler / Defender (5 shared units, 3.08 avg place), Brawler / Defender (7 shared units, 3.10 avg place), and Brawler / Defender (6 shared units, 4.11 avg place).
Brawler / Defender
3.08 Avg77.8% WR
Shared (5)
Ornn
Ornn
Xayah
Xayah
Alistar
Alistar
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
Hecarim
Hecarim
New (4)
Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks
Ezreal
Ezreal
Soraka
Soraka
Gnar
Gnar
Brawler / Defender
3.10 Avg79.5% WR
Shared (7)
Ornn
Ornn
Xayah
Xayah
Alistar
Alistar
Diana
Diana
Hecarim
Hecarim
New (2)
Alune
Alune
Gnar
Gnar
Brawler / Defender
4.11 Avg57.9% WR
Shared (6)
Ornn
Ornn
Xayah
Xayah
Alistar
Alistar
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
Aphelios
Aphelios
New (2)
Alune
Alune
Gnar
Gnar

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

Stage 2Early Game
Level to 4
Win streak if strong
Build early board

Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Xayah and Ornn are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.

Stage 3Transition
Level to 6 at 3-2
Roll to stabilize if low HP
Start collecting core units

At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Xayah, Ornn, Alistar.

Stage 4Power Spike
Level to 7 at 4-1
Roll for 2-star core units
Push to 8 at 4-5/5-1

At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Hecarim, Diana, Lillia. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Lillia and Aphelios. This is when the comp reaches full power.

Stage 5+Late Game
Push to level 9 if healthy
Find final upgrades
Position against remaining players

Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, add any 5-cost units that synergize with your composition.Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
60gTotal Cost
MediumInvestment

Maintain interest thresholds when possible, and avoid panic rolling unless your HP is critically low.

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Stage 2: Early Game

Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Xayah and Ornn are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.

Stage 3: Transition

At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Xayah, Ornn, Alistar.

Stage 4: Power Spike

At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Hecarim, Diana, Lillia. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Lillia and Aphelios. This is when the comp reaches full power.

Stage 5+: Late Game

Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, add any 5-cost units that synergize with your composition.Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.

When to Play Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard

Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard is a All tier composition in TFT Set 18 with a 18.2% win rate and 6.07 average placement. The primary carries are Aphelios and Xayah. This comp focuses on the Elderwood trait.

Strengths

  • Multiple carry options provide flexibility in itemization
  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
  • Balanced composition with clear win conditions

Weaknesses

  • Below average 18.2% win rate requires optimal execution
  • Higher 6.07 average placement indicates inconsistency
  • Relies on 2-star carries without strong 3-star options

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Level efficiently to find your Aphelios and Xayah at higher levels.

2

Itemization

Prioritize items for Aphelios and Xayah. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.

3

Positioning

Place Lillia and Hecarim in the frontline to protect Aphelios and Xayah in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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F Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Defender, Elderwood, Fae, Lunar, Rapidfire, Vanguard. The primary trait is Elderwood, which is active on 5 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Aphelios and Xayah.

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Aphelios and Xayah in the backline and your tanks like Lillia and Hecarim in the frontline to absorb damage. Check the positioning board above for exact placement.

Is this composition good in the current meta?

This composition has a win rate of 18.18% and an average placement of 6.07, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard use?

Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard performs best with these item builds: Lillia with Elderwood Emblem, Evenshroud, Spirit Visage (76.40% win rate, +58.22% difference from comp average); LeBlanc with Giant Slayer, Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin (73.71% win rate, +55.53% difference from comp average); Xayah with Giant Slayer, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Talisman of Ascension (74.82% win rate, +56.65% difference from comp average).

Is Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard contested in TFT Set 18?

Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard is relatively uncontested with only a 0.1% pick rate, making it a good choice when you want to avoid fighting for units. You can often hit your key champions like Aphelios and Xayah without much competition.

What is the win condition for Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard?

The win condition for Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard is "Vertical Elderwood". This composition focuses on maximizing the Elderwood trait with 5 units, providing strong synergy bonuses. Position your carries Aphelios, Xayah safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.

Should I reroll or level with Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard?

No, Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard is not a reroll composition. Instead, focus on leveling efficiently to find your key units at higher levels. Stabilize at level 8 with 2-star units before pushing to level 9.

How much gold does Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard cost to build?

Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard is a medium cost composition requiring approximately 60 gold investment to complete. Balance your economy between leveling and rolling. Maintain interest thresholds while staying healthy on HP.

What are the best pivot options for Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard?

Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Lillia and Aphelios. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard?

You should consider pivoting away from Defender / Elderwood / Fae / Lunar / Rapidfire / Vanguard if: (1) you see 2+ players contesting your key units in the early game, (2) you're not hitting your core champions by stage 3-2, or (3) you find stronger units for an alternative comp. The best pivot is Brawler / Defender with a 77.8% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.

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