Riftbeast Pebbles Comp

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Best Riftbeast Pebbles comp featuring Elder Dragon in TFT Set 18.

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Set:18
Sample Size:500,000 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:
4.14
Avg Place
7.82%
First Place
56.01%
Top 4 Rate
0.07%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 4.14 placement with a 56.0% top 4 rate and a 7.8% first place rate. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast builds: Elder Dragon with Deathblade, Infinity Edge, Last Whisper (84.88% WR, +28.87% difference); Sentinel with Dragon's Claw, Evenshroud, Protector's Vow (73.24% WR, +17.23% difference); Brambleback with Edge of Night, Giant Slayer, Sterak's Gage (77.97% WR, +21.96% difference)
High Contested Risk
This comp has High contested risk and is often contested and may require backup plans. The most contested units are Elder Dragon, Sentinel, Brambleback due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.
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Pebbles is a 1-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 4. Gromp and Scuttlecrab are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Krug and Mama Beak are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Sentinel and Brambleback are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Elder Dragon is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Pebbles
      Pebbles
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Gromp
      Gromp
    • Scuttlecrab
      Scuttlecrab
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Krug
      Krug
    • Mama Beak
      Mama Beak
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Sentinel
      Sentinel
    • Brambleback
      Brambleback
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Elder Dragon
      Elder Dragon
    Gold cost icon5 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

1-Cost Reroll
Highly Contested
Loss Streak
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 5
Win Condition
1-Cost Reroll - 3-star as your primary carry Pebbles.
Reroll Targets
3-star Pebbles and Krug. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Economy
Medium Cost comp (78g 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 +28.9% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
D A_ Component_ B F Sword and D A_ Component_ Negatron Cloak.
Augment Synergies
Look for Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), Riftbeast trait augments.
Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Pebbles, Gromp, Scuttlecrab, Krug, Mama Beak, Brambleback, Sentinel, Elder Dragon 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: Pebbles, Krug (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Sentinel has the highest 2-star win rate at 72.4%.
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Pebbles's best item is Void Staff with a 62.9% win rate. Gromp's best item is Void Staff with a 64.0% win rate. Scuttlecrab's best item is Bramble Vest with a 62.6% win rate. Krug's best item is Evenshroud with a 65.7% win rate. Mama Beak's best item is Red Buff with a 55.4% win rate. Brambleback's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 67.1% win rate. Sentinel's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 69.8% win rate. Elder Dragon's best item is Quicksilver with a 76.6% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

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

Focus on building economy while collecting Pebbles and Krug copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Pebbles and Gromp 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 Pebbles 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 Pebbles. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Krug. 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. If you find Elder Dragon, add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
96gTotal 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.

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Stage 2: Early Game

Focus on building economy while collecting Pebbles and Krug copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Pebbles and Gromp 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 Pebbles 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 Pebbles. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Krug. 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. If you find Elder Dragon, add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

When to Play Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast

Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast is a SILVER tier composition in TFT Set 18 with a 56.0% win rate and 4.14 average placement. This comp focuses on the Riftbeast trait.

Strengths

  • High 56.0% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
  • Good 4.14 average placement indicates viability
  • Pebbles and Krug can be 3-starred for power spikes
  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits

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 Pebbles for a 70.0% win rate power spike.

2

Itemization

Prioritize items for your main carry. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.

3

Positioning

Place Elder Dragon and Sentinel in the frontline to protect carries in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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D Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Apex Predator, Invoker, Riftbeast. The primary trait is Riftbeast, which is active on 8 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Pebbles (3-Star Win Rate: 70.0%, Pick Rate: 50.7%), Krug (3-Star Win Rate: 72.5%, Pick Rate: 30.4%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries in the backline and your tanks like Elder Dragon and Sentinel 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 56.01% and an average placement of 4.14, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast use?

Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast performs best with these item builds: Elder Dragon with Deathblade, Infinity Edge, Last Whisper (84.88% win rate, +28.87% difference from comp average); Sentinel with Dragon's Claw, Evenshroud, Protector's Vow (73.24% win rate, +17.23% difference from comp average); Brambleback with Edge of Night, Giant Slayer, Sterak's Gage (77.97% win rate, +21.96% difference from comp average).

Is Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast contested in TFT Set 18?

Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast 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 your carries without much competition.

What is the win condition for Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast?

The win condition for Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Pebbles and Krug as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Pebbles which has a 70.0% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast?

Yes, Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast 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 Pebbles (70.0% win rate at 3-star) and Krug (72.5% 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 Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast cost to build?

Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast is a high cost composition requiring approximately 96 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 Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast?

Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Elder Dragon and Sentinel. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast?

You should consider pivoting away from Apex Predator / Invoker / Riftbeast 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 / Invoker with a 87.2% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.