Blackthorn Rek'Sai Comp

TFT Comp

Best Blackthorn Rek'Sai comp featuring Tristana in TFT Set 18.

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Champions:
Veigar - 1-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Veigar
Rek'Sai - 1-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Rek'Sai
Kobuko - 1-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Kobuko
Teemo - 2-cost TFT Set 18 champion★★★
Teemo
Tristana - 3-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Tristana
Rammus - 3-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Rammus
Fiddlesticks - 3-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Fiddlesticks
Gnar - 5-cost TFT Set 18 champion
Gnar
Traits:
Blackthorn trait icon - TFT Set 18Blackthorn (2)Brawler trait icon - TFT Set 18Brawler (2)Defender trait icon - TFT Set 18Defender (2)Spellweaver trait icon - TFT Set 18Spellweaver (2)
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Set:18
Sample Size:500,000 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
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3.90
Avg Place
10.20%
First Place
61.04%
Top 4 Rate
0.07%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 3.90 placement with a 61.0% top 4 rate and a 10.2% first place rate. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver builds: Fiddlesticks with Bramble Vest, Crownguard, Ionic Spark (76.72% WR, +15.69% difference); Rek'Sai with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmogs Armor (75.24% WR, +14.20% difference); Veigar with Flora Fatalis Emblem, Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet (73.85% WR, +12.81% difference)
Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks
Bramble VestBramble VestCrownguardCrownguardIonic SparkIonic Spark
76.72%
Win Rate
+15.69%
Difference
Rek'Sai
Rek'Sai
Gargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateWarmogs ArmorWarmogs Armor
75.24%
Win Rate
+14.20%
Difference
Veigar
Veigar
Flora Fatalis EmblemFlora Fatalis EmblemBlue BuffBlue BuffJeweled GauntletJeweled Gauntlet
73.85%
Win Rate
+12.81%
Difference
Moderate Contested Risk
This comp has Moderate contested risk and is moderately contested with reasonable availability. The most contested units are Gnar, Tristana, Rammus due to their popularity and high cost.

Top Contested Units

Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks
Severe Contested Risk
Gnar
Gnar
Severe Contested Risk
Rammus
Rammus
Severe Contested Risk
Rek'Sai
Rek'Sai
Moderate Contested Risk
Tristana
Tristana
Low Contested Risk
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Veigar, Rek'Sai and Kobuko are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Teemo is a 2-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 6. Tristana, Rammus and Fiddlesticks are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Gnar is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Veigar
      Veigar
    • Rek'Sai
      Rek'Sai
    • Kobuko
      Kobuko
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Teemo
      Teemo
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Tristana
      Tristana
    • Rammus
      Rammus
    • Fiddlesticks
      Fiddlesticks
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Gnar
      Gnar
    Gold cost icon5 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

1-Cost Reroll
Moderately Contested
Loss Streak
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 5
Win Condition
1-Cost Reroll - 3-star as your primary carry Veigar.
Reroll Targets
3-star Veigar and Kobuko and Rek'Sai and Teemo. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Economy
Medium Cost comp (75g investment). Save gold early, loss streak for extra gold and first carousel priority.
Contest Warning
Moderately Contested - 3 pivot options available.
Items
Best-in-slot items add +15.7% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
D A_ Component_ Chain Vest and D A_ Component_ Needlessly Large Rod.
Augment Synergies
Look for Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AD damage augments, Sprykin trait augments.
Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Kobuko, Rek'Sai, Veigar, Teemo, Fiddlesticks, Rammus, Tristana, Gnar 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: Kobuko, Rek'Sai, Veigar, Teemo (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Gnar has the highest 2-star win rate at 68.3%.
Kobuko
Kobuko
44.8%WR
1.2%PR
50.7%WR
36.2%PR
67.5%WR
62.6%PR
Rek'Sai
Rek'Sai
48.0%WR
0.8%PR
50.7%WR
37.0%PR
66.9%WR
61.3%PR
Veigar
Veigar
40.8%WR
0.8%PR
43.1%WR
23.5%PR
67.4%WR
74.9%PR
Teemo
Teemo
50.8%WR
6.2%PR
53.6%WR
54.7%PR
71.7%WR
39.1%PR
Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks
34.3%WR
11.5%PR
62.5%WR
79.8%PR
77.9%WR
8.6%PR
Rammus
Rammus
41.6%WR
8.6%PR
58.9%WR
76.5%PR
78.6%WR
14.8%PR
Tristana
Tristana
53.9%WR
34.6%PR
62.9%WR
59.7%PR
68.1%WR
5.8%PR
Gnar
Gnar
60.1%WR
95.5%PR
68.3%WR
4.5%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Kobuko's best item is Spirit Visage with a 56.1% win rate. Rek'Sai's best item is Warmogs Armor with a 56.1% win rate. Veigar's best item is Blue Buff with a 56.5% win rate. Teemo's best item is Morellonomicon with a 63.6% win rate. Fiddlesticks's best item is Adaptive Helm with a 61.9% win rate. Rammus's best item is Protector's Vow with a 63.2% win rate. Tristana's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 55.0% win rate. Gnar's best item is Quicksilver with a 77.6% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
Kobuko
Kobuko
Spirit Visage56.1%Dragon's Claw55.5%Thief's Gloves55.3%
Rek'Sai
Rek'Sai
Warmogs Armor56.1%Steadfast Heart55.7%Bramble Vest55.5%
Veigar
Veigar
Blue Buff56.5%Hextech Gunblade56.5%Jeweled Gauntlet55.0%
Teemo
Teemo
Morellonomicon63.6%Void Staff63.3%Red Buff62.1%
Fiddlesticks
Fiddlesticks
Adaptive Helm61.9%Crownguard61.2%Ionic Spark61.0%
Rammus
Rammus
Protector's Vow63.2%Ionic Spark63.0%Bramble Vest62.7%
Tristana
Tristana
Hextech Gunblade55.0%Giant Slayer54.7%Red Buff53.5%
Gnar
Gnar
Quicksilver77.6%Giant Slayer77.5%Sterak's Gage76.8%
If contested, consider pivoting to Blackthorn / Brawler (7 shared units, 1.97 avg place), Blackthorn / Brawler (7 shared units, 3.10 avg place), and Blackthorn / Brawler (7 shared units, 3.97 avg place).
Blackthorn / Brawler
1.97 Avg95.8% WR
Shared (7)
Kobuko
Kobuko
Rek'Sai
Rek'Sai
Veigar
Veigar
Teemo
Teemo
Rammus
Rammus
New (2)
Sett
Sett
Ivern
Ivern
Blackthorn / Brawler
3.10 Avg80.3% WR
Shared (7)
Kobuko
Kobuko
Rek'Sai
Rek'Sai
Veigar
Veigar
Teemo
Teemo
Rammus
Rammus
New (1)
Sett
Sett
Blackthorn / Brawler
3.97 Avg63.4% WR
Shared (7)
Kobuko
Kobuko
Rek'Sai
Rek'Sai
Veigar
Veigar
Teemo
Teemo
Rammus
Rammus
New (1)
Sett
Sett

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

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

Focus on building economy while collecting Veigar and Kobuko and Rek'Sai and Teemo copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Veigar and Rek'Sai 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 Veigar 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 Veigar. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Kobuko and Rek'Sai and Teemo. 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 Gnar, add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
87gTotal 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 Veigar and Kobuko and Rek'Sai and Teemo copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Veigar and Rek'Sai 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 Veigar 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 Veigar. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Kobuko and Rek'Sai and Teemo. 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 Gnar, add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

When to Play Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver

Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver is a All tier composition in TFT Set 18 with a 61.0% win rate and 3.90 average placement. The primary carries are Tristana. This comp focuses on the Sprykin trait.

Strengths

  • High 61.0% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
  • Excellent 3.90 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Veigar and Kobuko and Rek'Sai and Teemo 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 Veigar for a 67.4% win rate power spike.

2

Itemization

Prioritize items for Tristana. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.

3

Positioning

Place Rammus and Fiddlesticks in the frontline to protect Tristana in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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C Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Blackthorn, Brawler, Defender, Spellweaver. The primary trait is Sprykin, which is active on 6 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Veigar (3-Star Win Rate: 67.4%, Pick Rate: 74.9%), Kobuko (3-Star Win Rate: 67.5%, Pick Rate: 62.6%), Rek'Sai (3-Star Win Rate: 66.9%, Pick Rate: 61.3%), Teemo (3-Star Win Rate: 71.7%, Pick Rate: 39.1%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Tristana in the backline and your tanks like Rammus and Fiddlesticks 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 61.04% and an average placement of 3.90, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver use?

Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver performs best with these item builds: Fiddlesticks with Bramble Vest, Crownguard, Ionic Spark (76.72% win rate, +15.69% difference from comp average); Rek'Sai with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmogs Armor (75.24% win rate, +14.20% difference from comp average); Veigar with Flora Fatalis Emblem, Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet (73.85% win rate, +12.81% difference from comp average).

Is Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver contested in TFT Set 18?

Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver 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 Tristana without much competition.

What is the win condition for Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver?

The win condition for Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Veigar and Kobuko and Rek'Sai and Teemo as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Veigar which has a 67.4% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver?

Yes, Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver 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 Veigar (67.4% win rate at 3-star) and Kobuko (67.5% win rate at 3-star) and Rek'Sai (66.9% win rate at 3-star) and Teemo (71.7% 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 Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver cost to build?

Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver is a high cost composition requiring approximately 87 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 Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver?

Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Gnar and Tristana. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver?

You should consider pivoting away from Blackthorn / Brawler / Defender / Spellweaver 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 Blackthorn / Brawler with a 95.8% 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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