Archived Comp: This comp is from a prior TFT set, kept here for when older sets get brought back in set revivals.
Set:16
Sample Size:461,978 ranked games
Tier:All
Last Updated:
This comp has Very Low contested risk and is almost never contested and very easy to collect. The most contested units are Poppy, Akali, Darius due to their popularity and high cost. You should have no trouble hitting these units.
3.83
Avg Placement
14.05%
First Place Rate
60.33%
Top 4 Rate
0.07%
Pick Rate
No Recommended Builds

Strategy Guide

  • Win Condition: 3-Cost Reroll - 3-star as your primary carrySmolder.
  • Reroll Targets: 3-star Smolder and Darius and Jayce. Roll down at level 7 where 3-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
  • Economy: High Cost comp (99g investment). Play strongest board, pivot based on items and units hit.
  • Items: No specific BiS items required - slam components for tempo.
  • Augment Synergies: Look for Economy augments (Rich Get Richer, Golden Egg), Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), Heavyweight trait augments.
3-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Flexible Start
Slam Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 7
Aatrox and Zac are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Kobuko is a 2-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 6. Darius, Jayce and Smolder are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Poppy and Akali are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Aatrox
      Aatrox
    • Zac
      Zac
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Kobuko
      Kobuko
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Darius
      Darius
    • Jayce
      Jayce
    • Smolder
      Smolder
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Poppy
      Poppy
    • Akali
      Akali
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

This is the suggested positioning for the champions in this TFT team comp. Positioning is based on the roles of the units.

Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Aatrox, Zac, Kobuko, Darius, Jayce, Smolder, Akali, Poppy 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: Jayce, Darius, Smolder (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Poppy has the highest 2-star win rate at 73.8%.
Champion
Win Rate: 14.3%
Pick Rate: 5.8%
Win Rate: 62.9%
Pick Rate: 86.8%
Win Rate: 66.7%
Pick Rate: 7.4%
Win Rate: 60.0%
Pick Rate: 4.1%
Win Rate: 59.4%
Pick Rate: 87.6%
Win Rate: 70.0%
Pick Rate: 8.3%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 0.8%
Win Rate: 57.7%
Pick Rate: 86.0%
Win Rate: 81.3%
Pick Rate: 13.2%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 1.7%
Win Rate: 35.7%
Pick Rate: 46.3%
Win Rate: 84.1%
Pick Rate: 52.1%
Win Rate: 33.3%
Pick Rate: 5.0%
Win Rate: 50.7%
Pick Rate: 55.4%
Win Rate: 77.1%
Pick Rate: 39.7%
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Win Rate: 30.4%
Pick Rate: 19.0%
Win Rate: 67.3%
Pick Rate: 81.0%
Win Rate: 47.8%
Pick Rate: 38.0%
Win Rate: 68.0%
Pick Rate: 62.0%
-
Win Rate: 29.7%
Pick Rate: 30.6%
Win Rate: 73.8%
Pick Rate: 69.4%
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Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Aatrox's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 59.6% win rate. Zac's best item is Spirit Visage with a 51.8% win rate. Kobuko's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 60.1% win rate. Darius's best item is Sterak's Gage with a 55.4% win rate. Jayce's best item is Sterak's Gage with a 61.8% win rate. Smolder's best item is Last Whisper with a 70.9% win rate. Akali's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 55.1% win rate. Poppy's best item is Protector's Vow with a 63.9% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Wraith / Heavyweight (6 shared units, 3.62 avg place), Heavyweight / Monster Trainer (7 shared units, 3.64 avg place), and Wraith / Heavyweight (6 shared units, 3.96 avg place).

Playstyle Analysis

Playstyle ArchetypeLate Game Tank

This composition focuses on survivability and scaling, aiming to outlast opponents in extended fights during the late game.

AggressionVery Defensive

This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~98 avg damage per game.

DurabilityVery Durable

Units in this comp are very durableunits survive significantly longer than average in fights.

Power SpikeMid-Late

Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells usually peaks in stages 5-6, balancing mid-game power with late-game potential. Games typically end around round 33.

First Place Potential: 14.0%

This composition has strong "win lobby" potential when it hits its key units and items. Hitting 3-star Smolder or Darius or Jayce significantly increases your chances of taking first.

Detailed Analysis

Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells is classified as a Late Game Tank composition in TFT Patch 16.5. With a 60.3% win rate and 3.83 average placement, this comp is among the strongest options in the current meta.

Damage Profile: This composition is very defensiveit prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. This defensive approach means you may lose some early fights, but you'll have more HP remaining when your comp comes online.

Game Phase Strategy: Focus on economy and leveling to reach your power spike, even if it means taking some early losses.

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

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

Focus on building economy while collecting Smolder and Darius and Jayce copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Aatrox and Zac as early game frontline. Aim to have 30-40 gold by the Stage 2 carousel.

Stage 3Transition
Level to 7 at 3-2
Start slow rolling
Commit or pivot decision

Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Smolder by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 7 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 7, 3-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 Smolder. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Darius and Jayce. 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
117gTotal Cost
HighInvestment
Lvl 7Reroll 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 Smolder and Darius and Jayce copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Aatrox and Zac 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 Smolder by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 7 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 7, 3-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 Smolder. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Darius and Jayce. 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.

Player Damage Analysis

This shows which units survive fights long enough to deal damage to the enemy player in Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells. Units that stay alive longer contribute more player damage — so this reflects both damage output and survivability, helping you identify which units to protect and prioritize.

Damage ProfileSpread Damage

Multiple units survive and contribute player damage. This makes the comp resilient — losing one unit doesn't cripple your damage.

#1
PoppyContributor
13.2%
#2
AatroxContributor
12.6%
#3
JayceContributor
12.6%
#4
KobukoContributor
12.5%
#5
SmolderContributor
12.5%
#6
AkaliContributor
12.4%
#7
DariusContributor
12.1%
#8
ZacContributor
12.0%

Key Takeaways

1
Resilient comp — damage is spread, so losing one unit won't cripple you
2
Flexible positioning — focus on overall board survival rather than protecting one unit
Full Damage Breakdown

Top Survivor:: Poppy contributes 13.2% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.

Other Key Survivors:: Aatrox (12.6%), Jayce (12.6%). These units also survive fights consistently and contribute to your player damage total.

Positioning Tip:: Your damage is spread across multiple units, so you're less reliant on any single unit surviving. This gives you more flexibility in positioning.

When to Play Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells

Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells is a All tier composition in TFT Set 16 with a 60.3% win rate and 3.83 average placement. This comp focuses on the Heavyweight trait.

Strengths

  • High 60.3% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
  • Excellent 3.83 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Solid 14.0% first place rate shows carry potential
  • Smolder and Darius and Jayce 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 Smolder for a 67.3% win rate power spike.

2
Itemization

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

3
Positioning

Place Poppy and Kobuko in the frontline to protect carries in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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S Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Heavyweight, Mentor, Monster Trainer, Supreme Cells. The primary trait is Heavyweight, which is active on 6 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Smolder (3-Star Win Rate: 67.3%, Pick Rate: 81.0%), Darius (3-Star Win Rate: 84.1%, Pick Rate: 52.1%), Jayce (3-Star Win Rate: 77.1%, Pick Rate: 39.7%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries in the backline and your tanks like Poppy and Kobuko 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 60.33% and an average placement of 3.83, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells use?

There are currently no specific item builds recommended for Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells. Focus on building your key carries with high win rate items shown in the Top Items section.

Is Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells contested in TFT Set 16?

Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells 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 Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells?

The win condition for Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells is "3-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Smolder and Darius and Jayce as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Smolder which has a 67.3% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells?

Yes, Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells is a reroll composition. You should slow roll at level 7 where 3-cost units have the highest appearance rate. Your primary reroll targets are Smolder (67.3% win rate at 3-star) and Darius (84.1% win rate at 3-star) and Jayce (77.1% 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 Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells cost to build?

Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells is a high cost composition requiring approximately 117 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 Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells?

Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Poppy and Akali. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells?

You should consider pivoting away from Heavyweight / Mentor / Monster Trainer / Supreme Cells 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 Wraith / Heavyweight with a 67.2% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.