Crystal Gambit / Protector / Juggernaut / Duelist TFT Comp
Strategy Guide
- Win Condition: 3-Cost Reroll - 3-star Swain as your primary carry.
- Reroll Targets: 3-star Swain. Roll down at level 7 where 3-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
- Economy: Medium Cost comp (69g 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 Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AD damage augments, Crystal Gambit trait augments.
- Syndra
1 CostReroll Lvl: Level 4
- Janna
- Vi
2 CostReroll Lvl: Level 6
- Swain
- Udyr
3 CostReroll Lvl: Level 7
- Ashe
- Jarvan IV
- K'Sante
4 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: 15.4% Pick Rate: 100.0% | - | |
| - | Win Rate: 16.7% Pick Rate: 92.3% | Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 7.7% | |
| - | Win Rate: 16.7% Pick Rate: 92.3% | Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 7.7% | |
| - | Win Rate: 11.1% Pick Rate: 69.2% | Win Rate: 25.0% Pick Rate: 30.8% | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 7.7% | Win Rate: 16.7% Pick Rate: 92.3% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 46.2% | Win Rate: 28.6% Pick Rate: 53.8% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 53.8% | Win Rate: 33.3% Pick Rate: 46.2% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 46.2% | Win Rate: 28.6% Pick Rate: 53.8% | - |
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Syndra's best item is Void Staff with a 51.7% win rate. Janna's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 57.7% win rate. Vi's best item is Spirit Visage with a 56.0% win rate. Swain's best item is Bramble Vest with a 56.7% win rate. Udyr's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 61.9% win rate. Ashe's best item is Kraken's Fury with a 52.1% win rate. Jarvan IV's best item is Evenshroud with a 76.2% win rate. K'Sante's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 68.0% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Bastion / Duelist (8 shared units, 2.86 avg place), Bastion / Stance Master (6 shared units, 3.39 avg place), and Bastion / Duelist (7 shared units, 3.78 avg place).
Playstyle Analysis
This composition prioritizes survivability above all else, aiming to outlast opponents through superior tankiness and sustain.
This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~46 avg damage per game.
Units in this comp are very durable — units survive significantly longer than average in fights.
Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist aims to dominate early and snowball advantages before late-game comps come online. Games typically end around round 27.
Detailed Analysis
Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist is classified as a Fortress composition in TFT Patch 16.2. With a 15.4% win rate and 6.69 average placement, this comp requires precise execution to succeed.
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: Look to snowball your early advantage through aggressive leveling and maintaining win streaks.
Stage-by-Stage Guide
Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.
Focus on building economy while collecting Swain copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Syndra and Janna as early game frontline. Aim to have 30-40 gold by the Stage 2 carousel.
Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Swain 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.
By Stage 4, you should be close to or have already hit your 3-star Swain. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. Transition to leveling at Stage 4-5 or 5-1.
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.
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 Swain copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Syndra and Janna 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 Swain 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 Swain. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. 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 Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist. 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: Jarvan IV contributes 14.1% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.
Other Key Survivors: K'Sante (13.4%), Syndra (12.4%). 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 Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist
Strengths
- Swain can be 3-starred for power spikes
- Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
- Balanced composition with clear win conditions
Weaknesses
- Below average 15.4% win rate requires optimal execution
- Higher 6.69 average placement indicates inconsistency
Strategic Tips
Focus on 3-starring Swain for a 25.0% win rate power spike.
Prioritize items for Ashe. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
Place Jarvan IV and K'Sante in the frontline to protect Ashe 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: Mentor, Protector, Juggernaut, Crystal Gambit, Duelist. The primary trait is Crystal Gambit, which is active on 5 units.
What are the carries of this TFT Comp?
The primary carries for this composition are Swain (3-Star Win Rate: 25.0%, Pick Rate: 30.8%).
What is the best positioning for this composition?
Place your carries like Ashe in the backline and your tanks like Jarvan IV and K'Sante 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 15.38% and an average placement of 6.69, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist use?
There are currently no specific item builds recommended for Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist. Focus on building your key carries with high win rate items shown in the Top Items section.
Is Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist contested in TFT Set 16?
Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist 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 Ashe without much competition.
What is the win condition for Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist?
The win condition for Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist is "3-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Swain as the primary carry. Focus on 3-starring Swain which has a 25.0% win rate when upgraded.
Should I reroll or level with Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist?
Yes, Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist 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 Swain (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 Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist cost to build?
Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist 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 Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist?
Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Ashe and Jarvan IV. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.
When should I pivot away from Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist?
You should consider pivoting away from Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Duelist 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 Bastion / Duelist with a 77.7% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.