Protector / Edgelord / Star Guardian TFT Comp

41.18%WR
Protector / Edgelord / Star Guardian F 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 K'Sante, Neeko, Yasuo due to their popularity across multiple comps. You should be able to hit your key units without much competition.

5.29
Avg Placement
5.88%
First Place Rate
41.18%
Top 4 Rate
0.07%
Pick Rate
No Recommended Builds

Strategy Guide

  • Win Condition: 2-Cost Reroll - 3-star Xayah as your primary carry.
  • Reroll Targets: 3-star Xayah and Rakan and Janna. Roll down at level 6 where 2-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
  • Economy: Medium Cost comp (78g 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), AD damage augments, Protector trait augments.
2-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Loss Streak
Slam Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 6

Kennen and Malphite are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Rakan, Xayah and Janna are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Neeko and Yasuo are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. K'Sante is a 4-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.

    • Kennen
      Kennen
    • Malphite
      Malphite
    Gold1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Rakan
      Rakan
    • Xayah
      Xayah
    • Janna
      Janna
    Gold2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Neeko
      Neeko
    • Yasuo
      Yasuo
    Gold3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

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

Champion
-
Win Rate: 41.2%
Pick Rate: 100.0%
-
-
Win Rate: 43.8%
Pick Rate: 94.1%
-
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 5.9%
Win Rate: 27.3%
Pick Rate: 64.7%
Win Rate: 80.0%
Pick Rate: 29.4%
-
Win Rate: 25.0%
Pick Rate: 47.1%
Win Rate: 55.6%
Pick Rate: 52.9%
-
Win Rate: 28.6%
Pick Rate: 41.2%
Win Rate: 50.0%
Pick Rate: 58.8%
-
Win Rate: 42.9%
Pick Rate: 82.4%
Win Rate: 33.3%
Pick Rate: 17.6%
Win Rate: 0.0%
Pick Rate: 5.9%
Win Rate: 40.0%
Pick Rate: 88.2%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 5.9%
Win Rate: 14.3%
Pick Rate: 41.2%
Win Rate: 60.0%
Pick Rate: 58.8%
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Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Kennen's best item is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 57.6% win rate. Malphite's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 59.4% win rate. Janna's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 57.7% win rate. Rakan's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 64.2% win rate. Xayah's best item is Kraken's Fury with a 60.0% win rate. Neeko's best item is Ionic Spark with a 63.2% win rate. Yasuo's best item is Edge of Night with a 58.0% win rate. K'Sante's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 68.0% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.

Champion
#1
#2
#3
#4
#5
Guinsoo's Rageblade57.6%
Jeweled Gauntlet52.1%
Thief's Gloves49.4%
Bramble Vest49.4%
Spirit Visage43.1%
Steadfast Heart59.4%
Bramble Vest54.3%
Gargoyle Stoneplate53.4%
Warmog's Armor53.0%
Spirit Visage52.3%
Hextech Gunblade57.7%
Void Staff57.6%
Morellonomicon57.5%
Nashor's Tooth57.1%
Giant Slayer55.4%
Thief's Gloves64.2%
Steadfast Heart62.7%
Ionic Spark62.0%
Sunfire Cape57.0%
Bramble Vest56.8%
Kraken's Fury60.0%
Last Whisper53.7%
Red Buff52.8%
Infinity Edge51.9%
Guinsoo's Rageblade51.3%
Ionic Spark63.2%
Steadfast Heart62.6%
Protector's Vow59.8%
Dragon's Claw59.1%
Sunfire Cape57.7%
Edge of Night58.0%
Thief's Gloves53.8%
Infinity Edge53.8%
Titan's Resolve52.7%
Sterak's Gage51.4%
Steadfast Heart68.0%
Evenshroud64.1%
Bramble Vest62.9%
Thief's Gloves62.2%
Sunfire Cape61.1%

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 Protector (6 shared units, 4.27 avg place).

When to Play Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian

Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is a SILVER tier composition in TFT Set 16 with a 41.2% win rate and 5.29 average placement. The primary carries are Xayah. This comp focuses on the Protector trait.

Strengths

  • Xayah and Rakan and Janna 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 Xayah for a 50.0% win rate power spike.

2
Itemization

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

3
Positioning

Place K'Sante and Neeko in the frontline to protect Xayah 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: Edgelord, Mentor, Protector, Star Guardian. 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 Xayah (3-Star Win Rate: 50.0%, Pick Rate: 58.8%), Rakan (3-Star Win Rate: 55.6%, Pick Rate: 52.9%), Janna (3-Star Win Rate: 80.0%, Pick Rate: 29.4%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Xayah 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 41.18% and an average placement of 5.29, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian use?

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

Is Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian contested in TFT Set 16?

Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian 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 Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?

The win condition for Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is "2-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Xayah and Rakan and Janna as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Xayah which has a 50.0% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?

Yes, Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is a reroll composition. You should slow roll at level 6 where 2-cost units have the highest appearance rate. Your primary reroll targets are Xayah (50.0% win rate at 3-star) and Rakan (55.6% win rate at 3-star) and Janna (80.0% 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 Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian cost to build?

Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is a high cost composition requiring approximately 90 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 Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?

Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like K'Sante and Neeko. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?

You should consider pivoting away from Edgelord / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian 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.