Star Guardian / Heavyweight / Protector TFT Comp
Strategy Guide
- Win Condition: Vertical Star Guardian - maximize Star Guardian trait for synergy bonuses.
- Economy: Medium Cost comp (75g 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 AD damage augments, Star Guardian trait augments.
Rell is a 1-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 4. Xayah and Kobuko are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Neeko is a 3-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 7. K'Sante, Jinx and Poppy are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Seraphine is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
- Rell
1 CostReroll Lvl: Level 4
- Xayah
- Kobuko
2 CostReroll Lvl: Level 6
- Neeko
3 CostReroll Lvl: Level 7
- K'Sante
- Jinx
- Poppy
4 CostReroll Lvl: Level 10
- Seraphine
5 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: 27.3% Pick Rate: 84.6% | Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 15.4% | |
| - | Win Rate: 30.8% Pick Rate: 100.0% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 7.7% | Win Rate: 33.3% Pick Rate: 92.3% | - | |
Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 7.7% | Win Rate: 25.0% Pick Rate: 92.3% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 23.1% | Win Rate: 40.0% Pick Rate: 76.9% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 38.5% | Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 61.5% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 38.5% | Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 61.5% | - | |
Win Rate: 27.3% Pick Rate: 84.6% | Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 15.4% | - |
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Rell's best item is Ionic Spark with a 70.2% win rate. Kobuko's best item is Protector's Vow with a 67.1% win rate. Xayah's best item is Last Whisper with a 57.1% win rate. Neeko's best item is Ionic Spark with a 65.2% win rate. Jinx's best item is Red Buff with a 66.1% win rate. K'Sante's best item is Evenshroud with a 68.0% win rate. Poppy's best item is Protector's Vow with a 63.0% win rate. Seraphine's best item is Adaptive Helm with a 71.3% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Wraith / Heavyweight (8 shared units, 3.43 avg place), Protector / Prodigy (7 shared units, 3.46 avg place), and Bastion / Prodigy (6 shared units, 3.54 avg place).
When to Play Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian
Strengths
- Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
- Balanced composition with clear win conditions
Weaknesses
- Below average 30.8% win rate requires optimal execution
- Higher 5.31 average placement indicates inconsistency
- Relies on 2-star carries without strong 3-star options
Strategic Tips
Level efficiently to find your Xayah at higher levels.
Prioritize items for Xayah. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
Place K'Sante and Poppy 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: Heavyweight, Mentor, Protector, Star Guardian. The primary trait is Star Guardian, which is active on 6 units.
What are the carries of this TFT Comp?
The primary carries for this composition are Xayah.
What is the best positioning for this composition?
Place your carries like Xayah in the backline and your tanks like K'Sante and Poppy 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 30.77% and an average placement of 5.31, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian use?
There are currently no specific item builds recommended for Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian. Focus on building your key carries with high win rate items shown in the Top Items section.
Is Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian contested in TFT Set 16?
Heavyweight / 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 Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?
The win condition for Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is "Vertical Star Guardian". This composition focuses on maximizing the Star Guardian trait with 6 units, providing strong synergy bonuses. Position your carries Xayah safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.
Should I reroll or level with Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?
No, Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is not a reroll composition. Instead, focus on leveling efficiently to find your key units at higher levels. Stabilize at level 8 with 2-star units before pushing to level 9.
How much gold does Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian cost to build?
Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is a medium cost composition requiring approximately 75 gold investment to complete. Balance your economy between leveling and rolling. Maintain interest thresholds while staying healthy on HP.
What are the best pivot options for Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?
Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Seraphine 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 Heavyweight / Mentor / Protector / Star Guardian?
You should consider pivoting away from Heavyweight / 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 Wraith / Heavyweight with a 72.9% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.