Protector / Sorcerer / Star Guardian / Strategist TFT Comp

45.45%WR
Protector / Sorcerer / Star Guardian / Strategist C tier
Patch:16.1
Set:16
Sample Size:618,563 ranked games
Tier:PLATINUM
Last Updated:

This comp has a Very Low contested risk and is rarely contested. The most contested units are likely K'Sante, Ryze, Ahri due to their popularity across multiple comps. You should be able to hit your key units without much competition.

3.73
Avg Placement
9.09%
First Place Rate
45.45%
Top 4 Rate
0.06%
Pick Rate
No Recommended Builds

Strategy Guide

  • Win Condition: 3-Cost Reroll - 3-star Neeko as your primary carry.
  • Reroll Targets: 3-star Neeko and Ahri. Roll down at level 7 where 3-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
  • Economy: High Cost comp (96g 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), AP damage augments.
3-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Flexible Start
Slam Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 7

Kennen and Malphite are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Rakan and Janna are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Ahri and Neeko are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. K'Sante and Ryze are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10.

    • Kennen
      Kennen
    • Malphite
      Malphite
    Gold1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Rakan
      Rakan
    • Janna
      Janna
    Gold2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Ahri
      Ahri
    • Neeko
      Neeko
    Gold3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • K'Sante
      K'Sante
    • Ryze
      Ryze
    Gold4 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.

Win rates and pick rates for Kennen, Malphite, Janna, Rakan, Ahri, Neeko, K'Sante, Ryze at different star levels (1-star, 2-star, 3-star).

Champion
-
Win Rate: 45.5%
Pick Rate: 100.0%
-
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 18.2%
Win Rate: 55.6%
Pick Rate: 81.8%
-
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 9.1%
Win Rate: 55.6%
Pick Rate: 81.8%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 9.1%
Win Rate: 33.3%
Pick Rate: 27.3%
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 72.7%
-
-
Win Rate: 25.0%
Pick Rate: 36.4%
Win Rate: 57.1%
Pick Rate: 63.6%
-
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 18.2%
Win Rate: 55.6%
Pick Rate: 81.8%
Win Rate: 33.3%
Pick Rate: 27.3%
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 72.7%
-
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 36.4%
Win Rate: 42.9%
Pick Rate: 63.6%
-

Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Kennen's best item is Jeweled Gauntlet with a 62.7% win rate. Malphite's best item is Sunfire Cape with a 57.1% win rate. Janna's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 63.8% win rate. Rakan's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 60.1% win rate. Ahri's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 53.5% win rate. Neeko's best item is Protector's Vow with a 62.2% win rate. K'Sante's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 67.8% win rate. Ryze's best item is Giant Slayer with a 68.3% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.

Champion
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
Jeweled Gauntlet62.7%
Nashor's Tooth58.3%
Guinsoo's Rageblade54.9%
Thief's Gloves51.1%
Dragon's Claw42.9%
Sunfire Cape57.1%
Steadfast Heart54.7%
Bramble Vest54.3%
Warmog's Armor52.8%
Gargoyle Stoneplate51.4%
Nashor's Tooth63.8%
Spear of Shojin58.9%
Blue Buff58.9%
Hextech Gunblade58.3%
Void Staff58.3%
Thief's Gloves60.1%
Dragon's Claw58.2%
Steadfast Heart58.0%
Spirit Visage56.6%
Warmog's Armor54.8%
Hextech Gunblade53.5%
Spear of Shojin53.2%
Blue Buff53.2%
Archangel's Staff51.4%
Nashor's Tooth49.8%
Protector's Vow62.2%
Dragon's Claw60.8%
Steadfast Heart60.6%
Spirit Visage59.0%
Sunfire Cape58.2%
Steadfast Heart67.8%
Thief's Gloves61.5%
Warmog's Armor60.1%
Spirit Visage60.1%
Dragon's Claw58.7%
Giant Slayer68.3%
Thief's Gloves66.3%
Void Staff66.0%
Adaptive Helm64.7%
Nashor's Tooth62.5%

If contested, consider pivoting to Monster Trainer / Mentor (7 shared units, 3.59 avg place), Protector (6 shared units, 4.27 avg place), and Edgelord / Mentor (6 shared units, 4.28 avg place).

When to Play Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist

Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist is a PLATINUM tier composition in TFT Set 16 with a 45.5% win rate and 3.73 average placement. This comp focuses on the Protector trait.

Strengths

  • Excellent 3.73 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Neeko and Ahri can be 3-starred for power spikes
  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits

Weaknesses

  • Below average 45.5% win rate requires optimal execution
  • Requires specific items on carries to maximize potential
  • Can struggle if key units are contested

Strategic Tips

1
Economy Strategy

Focus on 3-starring Neeko for a 55.6% win rate power spike.

2
Itemization

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

3
Positioning

Place K'Sante and Neeko in the frontline to protect carries in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Sorcerer, Mentor, Protector, Star Guardian, Strategist. The primary trait is Protector, which is active on 6 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Neeko (3-Star Win Rate: 55.6%, Pick Rate: 81.8%), Ahri (3-Star Win Rate: 57.1%, Pick Rate: 63.6%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries in the backline and your tanks like K'Sante and Neeko 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 45.45% and an average placement of 3.73, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist use?

There are currently no specific item builds recommended for Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist. Focus on building your key carries with high win rate items shown in the Top Items section.

Is Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist contested in TFT Set 16?

Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist 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 Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist?

The win condition for Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist is "3-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Neeko and Ahri as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Neeko which has a 55.6% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist?

Yes, Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist 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 Neeko (55.6% win rate at 3-star) and Ahri (57.1% 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 Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist cost to build?

Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist 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 Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist?

Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like K'Sante and Ryze. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist?

You should consider pivoting away from Sorcerer / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian / Strategist 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 Monster Trainer / Mentor with a 70.5% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.