Crystal Gambit / Protector / Juggernaut / Strategist / Duelist TFT Comp

41.18%WR
Crystal Gambit / Protector / Juggernaut / Strategist / Duelist C tier
Patch:16.1
Set:16
Sample Size:618,563 ranked games
Tier:SILVER
Last Updated:

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

5.29
Avg Placement
11.76%
First Place Rate
41.18%
Top 4 Rate
0.07%
Pick Rate
No Recommended Builds

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: 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), Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AD damage augments.
3-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Flexible Start
Slam Items
Highly Flexible
Reroll Lvl 7

Janna and Vi are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Swain and Udyr are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. K'Sante, Ashe and Jarvan IV are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Zyra is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.

    • Janna
      Janna
    • Vi
      Vi
    Gold2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Swain
      Swain
    • Udyr
      Udyr
    Gold3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • K'Sante
      K'Sante
    • Ashe
      Ashe
    • Jarvan IV
      Jarvan IV
    Gold4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Zyra
      Zyra
    Gold5 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 Janna, Vi, Swain, Udyr, Ashe, Jarvan IV, K'Sante, Zyra at different star levels (1-star, 2-star, 3-star).

Champion
-
Win Rate: 30.8%
Pick Rate: 76.5%
Win Rate: 75.0%
Pick Rate: 23.5%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 5.9%
Win Rate: 33.3%
Pick Rate: 70.6%
Win Rate: 75.0%
Pick Rate: 23.5%
-
Win Rate: 18.2%
Pick Rate: 64.7%
Win Rate: 83.3%
Pick Rate: 35.3%
-
Win Rate: 28.6%
Pick Rate: 82.4%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 17.6%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 23.5%
Win Rate: 53.8%
Pick Rate: 76.5%
-
Win Rate: 14.3%
Pick Rate: 41.2%
Win Rate: 60.0%
Pick Rate: 58.8%
-
Win Rate: 28.6%
Pick Rate: 41.2%
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 58.8%
-
Win Rate: 25.0%
Pick Rate: 70.6%
Win Rate: 80.0%
Pick Rate: 29.4%
-

Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. 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. Zyra's best item is Morellonomicon with a 65.8% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.

Champion
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
Hextech Gunblade57.7%
Void Staff57.6%
Morellonomicon57.5%
Nashor's Tooth57.1%
Giant Slayer55.4%
Spirit Visage56.0%
Evenshroud54.4%
Steadfast Heart51.8%
Sunfire Cape51.3%
Thief's Gloves49.7%
Bramble Vest56.7%
Steadfast Heart54.9%
Spirit Visage51.4%
Dragon's Claw50.9%
Sunfire Cape49.9%
Steadfast Heart61.9%
Bramble Vest58.1%
Thief's Gloves58.1%
Dragon's Claw56.8%
Sterak's Gage56.2%
Kraken's Fury52.1%
Last Whisper50.9%
Giant Slayer48.2%
Deathblade46.5%
Infinity Edge45.4%
Evenshroud76.2%
Protector's Vow72.2%
Steadfast Heart71.3%
Spirit Visage67.3%
Bramble Vest67.2%
Steadfast Heart68.0%
Evenshroud64.1%
Bramble Vest62.9%
Thief's Gloves62.2%
Sunfire Cape61.1%
Morellonomicon65.8%
Rabadon's Deathcap63.0%
Archangel's Staff62.0%
Spear of Shojin60.9%
Void Staff60.8%

If contested, consider pivoting to Bastion / Duelist (8 shared units, 2.86 avg place), Bastion / Stance Master (7 shared units, 3.39 avg place), and Bastion / Duelist (8 shared units, 3.78 avg place).

When to Play Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist

Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist is a SILVER tier composition in TFT Set 16 with a 41.2% win rate and 5.29 average placement. The primary carries are Ashe. This comp focuses on the Crystal Gambit trait.

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 41.2% win rate requires optimal execution
  • Higher 5.29 average placement indicates inconsistency

Strategic Tips

1
Economy Strategy

Focus on 3-starring Swain for a 83.3% win rate power spike.

2
Itemization

Prioritize items for Ashe. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.

3
Positioning

Place K'Sante and Jarvan IV in the frontline to protect Ashe 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: Mentor, Protector, Juggernaut, Crystal Gambit, Rosemother, Strategist, 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: 83.3%, Pick Rate: 35.3%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Ashe in the backline and your tanks like K'Sante and Jarvan IV 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 41.18% and an average placement of 5.29, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist use?

There are currently no specific item builds recommended for Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist. Focus on building your key carries with high win rate items shown in the Top Items section.

Is Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist contested in TFT Set 16?

Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / 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 / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist?

The win condition for Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / 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 83.3% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist?

Yes, Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / 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 (83.3% 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 / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist cost to build?

Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist is a high cost composition requiring approximately 99 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 / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist?

Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Zyra 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 Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / Duelist?

You should consider pivoting away from Mentor / Protector / Juggernaut / Crystal Gambit / Rosemother / Strategist / 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.