Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist TFT Comp
Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon builds: Ahri with Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Giant Slayer (100.00% WR, +50.00% difference); Sett with Thief's Gloves (100.00% WR, +50.00% difference); Taric with Giant's Belt, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (100.00% WR, +50.00% difference)
Strategy Guide
- Win Condition: Vertical Ionia - maximize Ionia trait for synergy bonuses.
- Economy: High Cost comp (84g investment). Play strongest board, pivot based on items and units hit.
- Items: Best-in-slot items add +50.0% win rate - hold components.
- Carousel Priority: Tear Of The Goddess and Sparring Gloves.
- Augment Synergies: Look for Economy augments (Rich Get Richer, Golden Egg), AD damage augments, Ionia trait augments.
- Shen
1 CostReroll Lvl: Level 4
- Ahri
- Draven
3 CostReroll Lvl: Level 7
- Swain
- Taric
- Wukong
- Yunara
4 CostReroll Lvl: Level 10
- Sett
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 | |||
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Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 33.3% | Win Rate: 71.4% Pick Rate: 58.3% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 25.0% | Win Rate: 66.7% Pick Rate: 75.0% | - | |
Win Rate: 33.3% Pick Rate: 25.0% | Win Rate: 55.6% Pick Rate: 75.0% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 25.0% | Win Rate: 66.7% Pick Rate: 75.0% | - | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 16.7% | Win Rate: 60.0% Pick Rate: 83.3% | - | |
| - | Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 100.0% | - | |
| - | Win Rate: 45.5% Pick Rate: 91.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | |
Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 100.0% | - | - |
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Shen's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 61.9% win rate. Ahri's best item is Spear of Shojin with a 56.7% win rate. Draven's best item is Kraken's Fury with a 63.3% win rate. Swain's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 70.1% win rate. Taric's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 72.2% win rate. Wukong's best item is Dragon's Claw with a 68.7% win rate. Yunara's best item is Kraken's Fury with a 61.2% win rate. Sett's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 82.4% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Bruiser / Harvester (6 shared units, 1.76 avg place), Bruiser / Ionia (6 shared units, 2.60 avg place), and Bruiser / Ionia (7 shared units, 2.66 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 ~81 avg damage per game.
Units in this comp are very durable — units survive significantly longer than average in fights.
Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon reaches full power in stages 4-5, aiming to close out before opponents scale. Games typically end around round 30.
Detailed Analysis
Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon is classified as a Fortress composition in TFT Patch 16.2. With a 50.0% win rate and 4.75 average placement, this comp performs solidly in the current meta.
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: Balance your economy with board strength to stay healthy while scaling into your mid-game power spike.
Stage-by-Stage Guide
Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.
Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Shen are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.
At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Shen, Ahri, Draven.
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Ahri, Draven, Swain. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Swain and Taric. This is when Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon reaches full power.
Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Sett to complete your board. Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.
Maintain interest thresholds when possible, and avoid panic rolling unless your HP is critically low.
Full Written Guide
Stage 2: Early Game
Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Shen are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.
Stage 3: Transition
At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Shen, Ahri, Draven.
Stage 4: Power Spike
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Ahri, Draven, Swain. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Swain and Taric. This is when Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon reaches full power.
Stage 5+: Late Game
Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Sett to complete your board. Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.
Player Damage Analysis
This shows which units survive fights long enough to deal damage to the enemy player in Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon. 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: Sett contributes 14.6% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.
Other Key Survivors: Swain (13.0%), Wukong (12.9%). 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 Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon
Strengths
- Solid 50.0% win rate for consistent climbing
- Multiple carry options provide flexibility in itemization
- Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
Weaknesses
- Higher 4.75 average placement indicates inconsistency
- Relies on 2-star carries without strong 3-star options
Strategic Tips
Level efficiently to find your Yunara and Draven at higher levels.
Prioritize items for Yunara and Draven. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
Place Swain and Taric in the frontline to protect Yunara and Draven 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: Ionia, Bruiser, Quickstriker, Arcanist, The Boss, Targon. The primary trait is Ionia, which is active on 5 units.
What are the carries of this TFT Comp?
What is the best positioning for this composition?
Place your carries like Yunara and Draven in the backline and your tanks like Swain and Taric 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 50.00% and an average placement of 4.75, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon use?
Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon performs best with these item builds: Ahri with Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Giant Slayer (100.00% win rate, +50.00% difference from comp average); Sett with Thief's Gloves (100.00% win rate, +50.00% difference from comp average); Taric with Giant's Belt, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (100.00% win rate, +50.00% difference from comp average).
Is Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon contested in TFT Set 16?
Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon 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 Yunara and Draven without much competition.
What is the win condition for Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon?
The win condition for Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon is "Vertical Ionia". This composition focuses on maximizing the Ionia trait with 5 units, providing strong synergy bonuses. Position your carries Yunara, Draven safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.
Should I reroll or level with Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon?
No, Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon 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 Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon cost to build?
Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon 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 Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon?
Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Sett and Swain. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.
When should I pivot away from Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon?
You should consider pivoting away from Ionia / Bruiser / Quickstriker / Arcanist / The Boss / Targon 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 Bruiser / Harvester with a 95.7% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.