Strategy Guide
- Win Condition: Vertical Star Guardian - maximize Star Guardian trait for synergy bonuses.
- Economy: High Cost comp (81g 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), Star Guardian trait augments.
Syndra and Rell are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Xayah is a 2-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 6. Ahri and Neeko are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. K'Sante, Jinx and Poppy are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Seraphine is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
- Syndra
- Rell
1 CostReroll Lvl: Level 4
- Xayah
2 CostReroll Lvl: Level 6
- Ahri
- Neeko
3 CostReroll Lvl: Level 7
- K'Sante
- Jinx
- Poppy
4 CostReroll Lvl: Level 10
- Seraphine
5 CostReroll 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.
Champion | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| - | Win Rate: 81.8% Pick Rate: 91.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | |
Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | Win Rate: 81.8% Pick Rate: 91.7% | - | |
Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 16.7% | Win Rate: 77.8% Pick Rate: 75.0% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | |
Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | Win Rate: 80.0% Pick Rate: 83.3% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | |
| - | Win Rate: 88.9% Pick Rate: 75.0% | Win Rate: 66.7% Pick Rate: 25.0% | |
Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 16.7% | Win Rate: 75.0% Pick Rate: 66.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 16.7% | |
Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 33.3% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 66.7% | - | |
Win Rate: 66.7% Pick Rate: 25.0% | Win Rate: 83.3% Pick Rate: 50.0% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 25.0% | |
Win Rate: 66.7% Pick Rate: 50.0% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 50.0% | - |
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Rell's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 63.4% win rate. Syndra's best item is Rabadon's Deathcap with a 51.5% win rate. Xayah's best item is Kraken's Fury with a 59.5% win rate. Ahri's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 66.4% win rate. Neeko's best item is Ionic Spark with a 63.6% win rate. Jinx's best item is Kraken's Fury with a 62.7% win rate. K'Sante's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 69.6% win rate. Poppy's best item is Spirit Visage with a 67.2% win rate. Seraphine's best item is Void Staff with a 74.3% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Wraith / Heavyweight (7 shared units, 3.43 avg place), Bastion / The Champ (8 shared units, 3.53 avg place), and Bastion / Prodigy (8 shared units, 3.54 avg place).
Playstyle Analysis
This composition focuses on survivability and scaling, aiming to outlast opponents in extended fights during the late game.
This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~116 avg damage per game.
Units in this comp are very durable — units survive significantly longer than average in fights.
Prodigy / Protector usually peaks in stages 5-6, balancing mid-game power with late-game potential. Games typically end around round 34.
This composition has strong "win lobby" potential when it hits its key units and items. Finding the right items for Xayah is key to converting top 4 finishes into first places.
Detailed Analysis
Prodigy / Protector is classified as a Late Game Tank composition in TFT Patch 16.2. With a 83.3% win rate and 2.50 average placement, this comp is among the strongest options in the current meta.
Damage Profile: This composition is very defensive — it 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 Prodigy / Protector. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.
Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Syndra and Rell are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.
At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Syndra, Rell, Xayah.
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Ahri, Neeko, K'Sante. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star K'Sante and Jinx. This is when Prodigy / Protector reaches full power.
Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Seraphine to complete your board. Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.
Maintain interest thresholds when possible, and avoid panic rolling unless your HP is critically low.
Full Written Guide
Stage 2: Early Game
Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Syndra and Rell are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.
Stage 3: Transition
At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Syndra, Rell, Xayah.
Stage 4: Power Spike
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Ahri, Neeko, K'Sante. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star K'Sante and Jinx. This is when Prodigy / Protector reaches full power.
Stage 5+: Late Game
Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Seraphine to complete your board. Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.
Player Damage Analysis
This shows which units survive fights long enough to deal damage to the enemy player in Prodigy / Protector. 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.
Multiple units survive and contribute player damage. This makes the comp resilient — losing one unit doesn't cripple your damage.
Key Takeaways
Full Damage Breakdown
Top Survivor: Seraphine contributes 12.6% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.
Other Key Survivors: Poppy (11.4%), Jinx (11.4%). 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 Prodigy / Protector
Strengths
- High 83.3% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
- Excellent 2.50 average placement for reliable top 4
- Strong 41.7% first place rate for high-rolling games
- Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
Weaknesses
- Relies on 2-star carries without strong 3-star options
- Requires specific items on carries to maximize potential
- Can struggle if key units are contested
Strategic Tips
Level efficiently to find your Xayah at higher levels.
Prioritize items for Xayah. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
Place K'Sante and Poppy in the frontline to protect Xayah in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What traits does this comp use?
This composition uses the following traits: Prodigy, Protector. The primary trait is Star Guardian, which is active on 8 units.
What are the carries of this TFT Comp?
The primary carries for this composition are Xayah.
What is the best positioning for this composition?
Place your carries like Xayah in the backline and your tanks like K'Sante and Poppy 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 83.33% and an average placement of 2.50, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does Prodigy / Protector use?
There are currently no specific item builds recommended for Prodigy / Protector. Focus on building your key carries with high win rate items shown in the Top Items section.
Is Prodigy / Protector contested in TFT Set 16?
Prodigy / Protector 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 Xayah without much competition.
What is the win condition for Prodigy / Protector?
The win condition for Prodigy / Protector is "Vertical Star Guardian". This composition focuses on maximizing the Star Guardian trait with 8 units, providing strong synergy bonuses. Position your carries Xayah safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.
Should I reroll or level with Prodigy / Protector?
No, Prodigy / Protector is not a reroll composition. Instead, focus on leveling efficiently to find your key units at higher levels. Stabilize at level 8 with 2-star units before pushing to level 9.
How much gold does Prodigy / Protector cost to build?
Prodigy / Protector is a high cost composition requiring approximately 81 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 Prodigy / Protector?
Prodigy / Protector is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Seraphine and K'Sante. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.
When should I pivot away from Prodigy / Protector?
You should consider pivoting away from Prodigy / Protector 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 72.9% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.