Protector / Supreme Cells TFT Comp

33.33%WR
Protector / Supreme Cells F 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, Akali, Darius due to their popularity across multiple comps. You should be able to hit your key units without much competition.

5.17
Avg Placement
0.00%
First Place Rate
33.33%
Top 4 Rate
0.11%
Pick Rate
No Recommended Builds

Strategy Guide

  • Win Condition: 1-Cost Reroll - 3-star Kennen as your primary carry.
  • Reroll Targets: 3-star Kennen and Rakan and Janna and Malphite. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
  • Economy: Medium Cost comp (66g investment). Save gold early, loss streak for extra gold and first carousel priority.
  • Items: No specific BiS items required - slam components for tempo.
  • Augment Synergies: Look for Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), Protector trait augments.
1-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Loss Streak
Slam Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 5

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. Darius and Neeko are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. K'Sante and Akali 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

    • Darius
      Darius
    • Neeko
      Neeko
    Gold3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • K'Sante
      K'Sante
    • Akali
      Akali
    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, Darius, Neeko, Akali, K'Sante at different star levels (1-star, 2-star, 3-star).

Champion
-
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 8.3%
Win Rate: 36.4%
Pick Rate: 91.7%
-
Win Rate: 37.5%
Pick Rate: 66.7%
Win Rate: 25.0%
Pick Rate: 33.3%
-
Win Rate: 28.6%
Pick Rate: 58.3%
Win Rate: 40.0%
Pick Rate: 41.7%
-
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 50.0%
Win Rate: 66.7%
Pick Rate: 50.0%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 25.0%
Win Rate: 44.4%
Pick Rate: 75.0%
-
-
Win Rate: 33.3%
Pick Rate: 75.0%
Win Rate: 33.3%
Pick Rate: 25.0%
Win Rate: 20.0%
Pick Rate: 83.3%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 16.7%
-
Win Rate: 20.0%
Pick Rate: 41.7%
Win Rate: 42.9%
Pick Rate: 58.3%
-

Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Kennen's best item is Warmog's Armor with a 60.0% win rate. Malphite's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 60.3% win rate. Janna's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 56.7% win rate. Rakan's best item is Dragon's Claw with a 65.7% win rate. Darius's best item is Sterak's Gage with a 56.3% win rate. Neeko's best item is Ionic Spark with a 65.2% win rate. Akali's best item is Rabadon's Deathcap with a 55.6% win rate. K'Sante's best item is Evenshroud with a 68.0% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.

Champion
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
Warmog's Armor60.0%
Spirit Visage57.6%
Sunfire Cape57.1%
Thief's Gloves54.5%
Jeweled Gauntlet51.2%
Steadfast Heart60.3%
Bramble Vest52.6%
Warmog's Armor50.4%
Sunfire Cape49.7%
Gargoyle Stoneplate48.6%
Thief's Gloves56.7%
Rabadon's Deathcap50.5%
Archangel's Staff50.0%
Hextech Gunblade47.8%
Spear of Shojin47.4%
Dragon's Claw65.7%
Ionic Spark65.2%
Bramble Vest61.5%
Spirit Visage60.8%
Warmog's Armor59.3%
Sterak's Gage56.3%
Infinity Edge55.5%
Giant Slayer55.1%
Bloodthirster54.8%
Titan's Resolve50.6%
Ionic Spark65.2%
Dragon's Claw63.0%
Crownguard56.4%
Bramble Vest55.1%
Spirit Visage53.5%
Rabadon's Deathcap55.6%
Edge of Night53.4%
Quicksilver49.4%
Nashor's Tooth47.9%
Hand Of Justice46.9%
Evenshroud68.0%
Bramble Vest64.4%
Steadfast Heart61.0%
Thief's Gloves60.8%
Warmog's Armor59.3%

If contested, consider pivoting to Monster Trainer / Mentor (6 shared units, 3.59 avg place), Mentor / Protector (6 shared units, 4.08 avg place), and Edgelord / Mentor (6 shared units, 4.28 avg place).

When to Play Protector / Supreme Cells

Protector / Supreme Cells is a PLATINUM tier composition in TFT Set 16 with a 33.3% win rate and 5.17 average placement. This comp focuses on the Protector trait.

Strengths

  • Kennen and Rakan and Janna and Malphite can be 3-starred for power spikes
  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
  • Balanced composition with clear win conditions

Weaknesses

  • Below average 33.3% win rate requires optimal execution
  • Higher 5.17 average placement indicates inconsistency

Strategic Tips

1
Economy Strategy

Focus on 3-starring Kennen for a 36.4% 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: Protector, Supreme Cells. 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 Kennen (3-Star Win Rate: 36.4%, Pick Rate: 91.7%), Rakan (3-Star Win Rate: 66.7%, Pick Rate: 50.0%), Janna (3-Star Win Rate: 40.0%, Pick Rate: 41.7%), Malphite (3-Star Win Rate: 25.0%, Pick Rate: 33.3%).

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 33.33% and an average placement of 5.17, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Protector / Supreme Cells use?

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

Is Protector / Supreme Cells contested in TFT Set 16?

Protector / 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 Protector / Supreme Cells?

The win condition for Protector / Supreme Cells is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Kennen and Rakan and Janna and Malphite as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Kennen which has a 36.4% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Protector / Supreme Cells?

Yes, Protector / Supreme Cells 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 Kennen (36.4% win rate at 3-star) and Rakan (66.7% win rate at 3-star) and Janna (40.0% win rate at 3-star) and Malphite (25.0% 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 Protector / Supreme Cells cost to build?

Protector / Supreme Cells 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 Protector / Supreme Cells?

Protector / Supreme Cells is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like K'Sante 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 Protector / Supreme Cells?

You should consider pivoting away from Protector / 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 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.