Riftbeast Elder Dragon Comp

Riftbeast / Inferno comp built around Elder Dragon in TFT Set 18 — Fast 9, 68.2% top 4 across 923 ranked games.

Riftbeast Elder Dragon A Tier
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Tier
A
Top 4 rate
68.2%
Avg place
3.36
1st place
30.2%
Playstyle
Fast 9
Games
923

Is Riftbeast Elder Dragon good in TFT Set 18?

923 ranked games
A

Riftbeast Elder Dragon is a Fast 9 comp rated A tier in TFT Set 18: it finishes top 4 68.2% of the time with an average place of 3.36 across 923 ranked games. That average place beats 75% of the 79 8-unit boards we track this patch. It also wins the lobby often (30.2% first places), so it rewards a strong start.

3.36
Avg Place
30.21%
First Place
68.23%
Top 4 Rate
0.58%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 3.36 placement with a 68.2% top 4 rate and a 30.2% first place rate. A 0.6% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Riftbeast / Inferno builds: Elder Dragon with Infinity Edge, Last Whisper, Striker's Flail (76.1% top 4, +7.85% vs. the comp average); Draven with Guinsoo's Rageblade, Kraken's Fury, Red Buff (80.6% top 4, +12.36% vs. the comp average); Taric with Thief's Gloves (81.2% top 4, +13.02% vs. the comp average)
Draven
Draven
80.59%
Top 4 Rate
+12.36%
Difference
Taric
Taric
81.25%
Top 4 Rate
+13.02%
Difference
High Contested Risk
This comp has High contested risk and is often contested and may require backup plans. The most contested units are Maokai, Kennen, Taric due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.
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Riftbeast Elder Dragon units and star levels

The 8 units of the final board, with how often each finishes at 2 and 3 stars in this comp and the items it holds. Elder Dragon is the main carry.

Unit2★3★Items
MaokaiMaokai67%0%Gargoyle StoneplateSpirit VisageWarmog's Armor
KennenKennen Carry63%0%Thief's Gloves
TaricTaric61%0%—
IvernIvern59%0%Spear of Shojin
DravenDraven Carry67%0%Guinsoo's RagebladeKraken's FuryLast Whisper
Elder DragonElder Dragon Carry72%0%Infinity EdgeLast WhisperStriker's Flail
SentinelSentinel66%0%—
AmumuAmumu70%0%—

Riftbeast Elder Dragon traits

The board activates Riftbeast, Inferno, and Vanguard. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.

Riftbeast Elder Dragon game plan

Fast 9
  1. Early

    Play the strongest early board you hit and save gold until you can commit to Elder Dragon.

  2. Mid

    Push to level 9 and roll down there to find Elder Dragon and the rest of the board.

  3. Items

    Build Infinity Edge, Last Whisper, and Striker's Flail on Elder Dragon.

How to play Riftbeast Elder Dragon · Riftbeast Elder Dragon items and best builds

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Riftbeast Elder Dragon FAQ – TFT Set 18

Is Riftbeast Elder Dragon good in TFT Set 18?

Riftbeast Elder Dragon is a Fast 9 comp rated A tier in TFT Set 18: it finishes top 4 68.2% of the time with an average place of 3.36 across 923 ranked games. That average place beats 75% of the 79 8-unit boards we track this patch. It also wins the lobby often (30.2% first places), so it rewards a strong start.

Who are the carries in Riftbeast Elder Dragon?

The damage in Riftbeast Elder Dragon comes from Elder Dragon, Kennen, and Draven. Elder Dragon is the main carry and should get your first completed items.

What items does Elder Dragon need in Riftbeast Elder Dragon?

The best tracked build for Elder Dragon in this comp is Infinity Edge, Last Whisper, and Striker's Flail, with a 76.1% top 4 rate over 75 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.

Is Riftbeast Elder Dragon a reroll comp?

No. Riftbeast Elder Dragon is a Fast 9 comp: level up and roll down at level 9 to find your 4- and 5-cost units at 2 stars.

What traits does Riftbeast Elder Dragon use?

Riftbeast Elder Dragon runs Riftbeast, Inferno, Vanguard, Juggernaut, and Apex Predator.

Is Riftbeast Elder Dragon contested?

Rarely. Riftbeast Elder Dragon appears in only 0.58% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.