Battle Academia / Bastion TFT Comp

54.55%WR
Battle Academia / Bastion B 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 Yuumi, Leona, Malzahar due to their popularity across multiple comps. You should be able to hit your key units without much competition.

4.55
Avg Placement
0.00%
First Place Rate
54.55%
Top 4 Rate
0.07%
Pick Rate
No Recommended Builds

Strategy Guide

  • Win Condition: 1-Cost Reroll - 3-star Garen as your primary carry.
  • Reroll Targets: 3-star Garen and Katarina and Ezreal. 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), Battle Academia trait augments.
1-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Loss Streak
Slam Items
Highly Flexible
Reroll Lvl 5

Ezreal and Garen are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Rakan and Katarina are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Malzahar and Jayce are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Yuumi and Leona are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10.

    • Ezreal
      Ezreal
    • Garen
      Garen
    Gold1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Rakan
      Rakan
    • Katarina
      Katarina
    Gold2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Malzahar
      Malzahar
    • Jayce
      Jayce
    Gold3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Yuumi
      Yuumi
    • Leona
      Leona
    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 Ezreal, Garen, Katarina, Rakan, Jayce, Malzahar, Leona, Yuumi at different star levels (1-star, 2-star, 3-star).

Champion
-
Win Rate: 28.6%
Pick Rate: 63.6%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 36.4%
-
Win Rate: 40.0%
Pick Rate: 45.5%
Win Rate: 66.7%
Pick Rate: 54.5%
-
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 54.5%
Win Rate: 60.0%
Pick Rate: 45.5%
-
Win Rate: 55.6%
Pick Rate: 81.8%
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 18.2%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 9.1%
Win Rate: 55.6%
Pick Rate: 81.8%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 9.1%
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 18.2%
Win Rate: 55.6%
Pick Rate: 81.8%
-
Win Rate: 60.0%
Pick Rate: 45.5%
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 54.5%
-
Win Rate: 25.0%
Pick Rate: 36.4%
Win Rate: 71.4%
Pick Rate: 63.6%
-

Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Ezreal's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 58.5% win rate. Garen's best item is Bramble Vest with a 60.3% win rate. Katarina's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 53.4% win rate. Rakan's best item is Ionic Spark with a 63.2% win rate. Jayce's best item is Hand Of Justice with a 66.7% win rate. Malzahar's best item is Void Staff with a 57.2% win rate. Leona's best item is Bramble Vest with a 68.4% win rate. Yuumi's best item is Morellonomicon with a 65.4% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.

Champion
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
Nashor's Tooth58.5%
Hextech Gunblade57.4%
Blue Buff54.0%
Guinsoo's Rageblade52.4%
Giant Slayer52.0%
Bramble Vest60.3%
Thief's Gloves59.1%
Bloodthirster56.3%
Warmog's Armor55.2%
Spirit Visage55.2%
Nashor's Tooth53.4%
Hand Of Justice52.5%
Edge of Night52.1%
Bloodthirster51.0%
Jeweled Gauntlet46.4%
Ionic Spark63.2%
Thief's Gloves59.5%
Bramble Vest58.4%
Steadfast Heart57.7%
Sunfire Cape57.1%
Hand Of Justice66.7%
Sterak's Gage61.6%
Warmog's Armor59.2%
Thief's Gloves57.6%
Bloodthirster55.3%
Void Staff57.2%
Morellonomicon56.5%
Rabadon's Deathcap56.0%
Hextech Gunblade53.1%
Nashor's Tooth52.7%
Bramble Vest68.4%
Spirit Visage65.5%
Steadfast Heart64.8%
Dragon's Claw64.2%
Sunfire Cape61.9%
Morellonomicon65.4%
Rabadon's Deathcap63.8%
Giant Slayer61.5%
Void Staff61.3%
Archangel's Staff59.8%

If contested, consider pivoting to Bastion / Battle Academia (6 shared units, 3.24 avg place), Bastion / Battle Academia (7 shared units, 3.56 avg place), and Bastion / Battle Academia (7 shared units, 4.05 avg place).

When to Play Bastion / Battle Academia

Bastion / Battle Academia is a PLATINUM tier composition in TFT Set 16 with a 54.5% win rate and 4.55 average placement. This comp focuses on the Battle Academia trait.

Strengths

  • High 54.5% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
  • Garen and Katarina and Ezreal can be 3-starred for power spikes
  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits

Weaknesses

  • Higher 4.55 average placement indicates inconsistency
  • Requires specific items on carries to maximize potential
  • Can struggle if key units are contested

Strategic Tips

1
Economy Strategy

Focus on 3-starring Garen for a 66.7% win rate power spike.

2
Itemization

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

3
Positioning

Place Leona and Rakan 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: Bastion, Battle Academia. The primary trait is Battle Academia, which is active on 7 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Garen (3-Star Win Rate: 66.7%, Pick Rate: 54.5%), Katarina (3-Star Win Rate: 60.0%, Pick Rate: 45.5%), Ezreal (3-Star Win Rate: 100.0%, Pick Rate: 36.4%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries in the backline and your tanks like Leona and Rakan 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 54.55% and an average placement of 4.55, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Bastion / Battle Academia use?

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

Is Bastion / Battle Academia contested in TFT Set 16?

Bastion / Battle Academia 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 Bastion / Battle Academia?

The win condition for Bastion / Battle Academia is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Garen and Katarina and Ezreal as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Garen which has a 66.7% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Bastion / Battle Academia?

Yes, Bastion / Battle Academia 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 Garen (66.7% win rate at 3-star) and Katarina (60.0% win rate at 3-star) and Ezreal (100.0% 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 Bastion / Battle Academia cost to build?

Bastion / Battle Academia is a high cost composition requiring approximately 84 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 Bastion / Battle Academia?

Bastion / Battle Academia is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Yuumi and Leona. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Bastion / Battle Academia?

You should consider pivoting away from Bastion / Battle Academia 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 / Battle Academia with a 75.8% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.