Inferno Kayle Comp

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Best Inferno Kayle comp featuring Aphelios in TFT Set 18.

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Champions:
Varus - 1-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Varus
Leona - 1-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Leona
Kayle - 2-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Kayle
Shen - 2-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Shen
Sejuani - 2-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Sejuani
Diana - 3-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Diana
Amumu - 4-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Amumu
Aphelios - 4-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Aphelios
Traits:
Inferno trait icon - TFT Set 18Inferno (3)Rapidfire trait icon - TFT Set 18Rapidfire (3)Solar trait icon - TFT Set 18Solar (3)Defender trait icon - TFT Set 18Defender (2)Lunar trait icon - TFT Set 18Lunar (2)Juggernaut trait icon - TFT Set 18Juggernaut (2)
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Set:18
Sample Size:500,000 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
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3.46
Avg Place
20.67%
First Place
68.17%
Top 4 Rate
0.10%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 3.46 placement with a 68.2% top 4 rate and a 20.7% first place rate. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut builds: Shen with Thief's Gloves (78.18% WR, +10.01% difference); Kayle with Guinsoo's Rageblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet (73.96% WR, +5.80% difference); Sejuani with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmogs Armor (77.20% WR, +9.03% difference)
Shen
Shen
Thief's GlovesThief's Gloves
78.18%
Win Rate
+10.01%
Difference
Kayle
Kayle
Guinsoo's RagebladeGuinsoo's RagebladeGuinsoo's RagebladeGuinsoo's RagebladeJeweled GauntletJeweled Gauntlet
73.96%
Win Rate
+5.80%
Difference
Sejuani
Sejuani
Gargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateSpirit VisageSpirit VisageWarmogs ArmorWarmogs Armor
77.20%
Win Rate
+9.03%
Difference
High Contested Risk
This comp has High contested risk and is often contested and may require backup plans. The most contested units are Amumu, Aphelios, Diana due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.

Top Contested Units

Amumu
Amumu
Severe Contested Risk
Leona
Leona
Severe Contested Risk
Sejuani
Sejuani
Severe Contested Risk
Diana
Diana
High Contested Risk
Kayle
Kayle
High Contested Risk
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Varus and Leona are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Kayle, Shen and Sejuani are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Diana is a 3-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 7. Amumu and Aphelios are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Varus
      Varus
    • Leona
      Leona
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Kayle
      Kayle
    • Shen
      Shen
    • Sejuani
      Sejuani
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Diana
      Diana
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Amumu
      Amumu
    • Aphelios
      Aphelios
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

2-Cost Reroll
Highly Contested
Loss Streak
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 5
Win Condition
2-Cost Reroll - 3-star as your primary carry Kayle.
Reroll Targets
3-star Kayle and Sejuani and Leona and Shen and Varus. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Economy
High Cost comp (99g investment). Save gold early, loss streak for extra gold and first carousel priority.
Contest Warning
Highly Contested - 3 pivot options available.
Items
Best-in-slot items add +10.0% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
D A_ Component_ Sparring Gloves and D A_ Component_ Needlessly Large Rod.
Augment Synergies
Look for Economy augments (Rich Get Richer, Golden Egg), Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AD damage augments.
Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Leona, Varus, Kayle, Sejuani, Shen, Diana, Amumu, Aphelios 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. Champions worth 3-starring in this comp: Leona, Varus, Kayle, Sejuani, Shen (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Aphelios has the highest 2-star win rate at 80.6%.
Leona
Leona
42.9%WR
1.6%PR
48.3%WR
40.7%PR
83.0%WR
57.4%PR
Varus
Varus
48.9%WR
3.8%PR
51.4%WR
49.6%PR
86.9%WR
46.6%PR
Kayle
Kayle
44.0%WR
0.3%PR
34.0%WR
27.5%PR
82.0%WR
72.2%PR
Sejuani
Sejuani
44.8%WR
0.8%PR
38.2%WR
34.0%PR
84.4%WR
64.7%PR
Shen
Shen
44.0%WR
0.3%PR
45.6%WR
43.9%PR
86.2%WR
55.8%PR
Diana
Diana
53.3%WR
14.8%PR
68.9%WR
74.1%PR
76.8%WR
11.1%PR
Amumu
Amumu
60.3%WR
49.9%PR
75.6%WR
50.1%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Aphelios
Aphelios
54.3%WR
48.2%PR
80.6%WR
51.2%PR
55.1%WR
0.5%PR
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Leona's best item is Bramble Vest with a 56.3% win rate. Varus's best item is Last Whisper with a 49.8% win rate. Kayle's best item is Rabadon's Deathcap with a 50.4% win rate. Sejuani's best item is Evenshroud with a 61.1% win rate. Shen's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 58.4% win rate. Diana's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 58.0% win rate. Amumu's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 64.8% win rate. Aphelios's best item is Striker's Flail with a 62.2% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
Leona
Leona
Bramble Vest56.3%Thief's Gloves55.6%Steadfast Heart54.5%
Varus
Varus
Last Whisper49.8%Red Buff48.6%Giant Slayer48.4%
Kayle
Kayle
Rabadon's Deathcap50.4%Jeweled Gauntlet48.7%Archangel's Staff48.2%
Sejuani
Sejuani
Evenshroud61.1%Bramble Vest60.9%Steadfast Heart59.6%
Shen
Shen
Thief's Gloves58.4%Dragon's Claw50.5%Sunfire Cape48.8%
Diana
Diana
Thief's Gloves58.0%Ionic Spark57.2%Titan's Resolve53.7%
Amumu
Amumu
Steadfast Heart64.8%Evenshroud64.7%Protector's Vow64.3%
Aphelios
Aphelios
Striker's Flail62.2%Red Buff61.0%Giant Slayer59.6%
If contested, consider pivoting to Defender / Inferno (7 shared units, 2.86 avg place), Defender / Inferno (5 shared units, 3.04 avg place), and Defender / Inferno (6 shared units, 3.45 avg place).
Defender / Inferno
2.86 Avg80.2% WR
Shared (7)
Leona
Leona
Varus
Varus
Kayle
Kayle
Sejuani
Sejuani
Shen
Shen
New (1)
Alune
Alune
Defender / Inferno
3.04 Avg77.9% WR
Shared (5)
Leona
Leona
Varus
Varus
Kayle
Kayle
Sejuani
Sejuani
Amumu
Amumu
New (3)
Akali
Akali
Camille
Camille
Ornn
Ornn
Defender / Inferno
3.45 Avg68.9% WR
Shared (6)
Leona
Leona
Varus
Varus
Kayle
Kayle
Sejuani
Sejuani
Shen
Shen
New (2)
Akali
Akali
Kennen
Kennen

Stage-by-Stage Guide

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

Stage 2Early Game
Build economy
Collect Kayle copies
Play strongest board

Focus on building economy while collecting Kayle and Sejuani and Leona and Shen and Varus copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Varus and Leona as early game frontline. Aim to have 30-40 gold by the Stage 2 carousel.

Stage 3Transition
Level to 5 at 3-2
Start slow rolling
Commit or pivot decision

Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Kayle by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 5 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 5, 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.

Stage 4Power Spike
Hit 3-star carry
Stop rolling, start leveling
Add high-cost units

By Stage 4, you should be close to or have already hit your 3-star Kayle. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Sejuani and Leona and Shen and Varus. Transition to leveling at Stage 4-5 or 5-1.

Stage 5+Late Game
Add remaining upgrades
Scout and position
Find legendaries if possible

Your 3-star carry should be online and dealing massive damage. Focus on adding your remaining high-cost units and finding optimal positioning against the remaining players. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
105gTotal Cost
HighInvestment
Lvl 5Reroll At

This is a high economy investment that requires disciplined gold management during your reroll phase. Slow roll above 50 gold until you hit your 3-star targets.

Full Written Guide

Stage 2: Early Game

Focus on building economy while collecting Kayle and Sejuani and Leona and Shen and Varus copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Varus and Leona as early game frontline. Aim to have 30-40 gold by the Stage 2 carousel.

Stage 3: Transition

Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Kayle by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 5 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 5, 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.

Stage 4: Power Spike

By Stage 4, you should be close to or have already hit your 3-star Kayle. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Sejuani and Leona and Shen and Varus. Transition to leveling at Stage 4-5 or 5-1.

Stage 5+: Late Game

Your 3-star carry should be online and dealing massive damage. Focus on adding your remaining high-cost units and finding optimal positioning against the remaining players. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

When to Play Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut

Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut is a All tier composition in TFT Set 18 with a 68.2% win rate and 3.46 average placement. The primary carries are Aphelios and Kayle and Varus.

Strengths

  • High 68.2% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
  • Excellent 3.46 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Strong 20.7% first place rate for high-rolling games
  • Kayle and Sejuani and Leona and Shen and Varus can be 3-starred for power spikes

Weaknesses

  • Requires specific items on carries to maximize potential
  • Can struggle if key units are contested

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Focus on 3-starring Kayle for a 82.0% win rate power spike.

2

Itemization

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

3

Positioning

Place Amumu and Diana in the frontline to protect Aphelios and Kayle and Varus in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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B Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Defender, Inferno, Lunar, Rapidfire, Solar, Juggernaut.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Kayle (3-Star Win Rate: 82.0%, Pick Rate: 72.2%), Sejuani (3-Star Win Rate: 84.4%, Pick Rate: 64.7%), Leona (3-Star Win Rate: 83.0%, Pick Rate: 57.4%), Shen (3-Star Win Rate: 86.2%, Pick Rate: 55.8%), Varus (3-Star Win Rate: 86.9%, Pick Rate: 46.6%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Aphelios and Kayle and Varus in the backline and your tanks like Amumu and Diana 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 68.17% and an average placement of 3.46, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut use?

Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut performs best with these item builds: Shen with Thief's Gloves (78.18% win rate, +10.01% difference from comp average); Kayle with Guinsoo's Rageblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet (73.96% win rate, +5.80% difference from comp average); Sejuani with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmogs Armor (77.20% win rate, +9.03% difference from comp average).

Is Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut contested in TFT Set 18?

Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut 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 Kayle and Varus without much competition.

What is the win condition for Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut?

The win condition for Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut is "2-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Kayle and Sejuani and Leona and Shen and Varus as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Kayle which has a 82.0% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut?

Yes, Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut is a reroll composition. You should slow roll at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate. Your primary reroll targets are Kayle (82.0% win rate at 3-star) and Sejuani (84.4% win rate at 3-star) and Leona (83.0% win rate at 3-star) and Shen (86.2% win rate at 3-star) and Varus (86.9% win rate at 3-star). Save gold above 50 and roll excess gold each round until you hit your 3-star units.

How much gold does Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut cost to build?

Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut is a high cost composition requiring approximately 105 gold investment to complete. Prioritize economy early, maintain 50+ gold interest, and avoid rolling until you have a strong economic foundation.

What are the best pivot options for Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut?

Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Amumu 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 / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut?

You should consider pivoting away from Defender / Inferno / Lunar / Rapidfire / Solar / Juggernaut 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 Defender / Inferno with a 80.2% 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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