Archived Comp: This comp is from a prior TFT set, kept here for when older sets get brought back in set revivals.
Set:17
Sample Size:641,662 ranked games
Tier:SILVER
Last Updated:
3.62
Avg Placement
38.46%
First Place Rate
46.15%
Top 4 Rate
0.13%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 3.62 placement with a 46.2% top 4 rate and a 38.5% first place rate across 641,662 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord builds: Ashe with Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Kraken's Fury (100.00% WR, +53.85% difference); Braum with Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor, Warmog's Armor (100.00% WR, +53.85% difference); Lissandra with Blue Buff, Hextech Gunblade, Jeweled Gauntlet (100.00% WR, +53.85% difference)
This comp has Very Low contested risk and is almost never contested and very easy to collect. The most contested units are Ornn, Volibear , Lissandra due to their popularity and high cost. You should have no trouble hitting these units.
Anivia is a 1-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 4. Ashe and Tryndamere are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Sejuani is a 3-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 7. Lissandra and Braum are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Ornn and Volibear are 5-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Anivia
      Anivia
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Ashe
      Ashe
    • Tryndamere
      Tryndamere
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Sejuani
      Sejuani
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Lissandra
      Lissandra
    • Braum
      Braum
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Ornn
      Ornn
    • Volibear
      Volibear
    Gold cost icon5 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

2-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Loss Streak
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 6
Win Condition
2-Cost Reroll - 3-star as your primary carry Ashe.
Reroll Targets
3-star Ashe and Sejuani. 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
Best-in-slot items add +53.8% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
Giant's Belt and Needlessly Large Rod.
Augment Synergies
Look for Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AD damage augments, Freljord trait augments.

This is the suggested positioning for the champions in this TFT team comp. Positioning is based on the roles of the units.

Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Anivia, Ashe, Tryndamere , Sejuani, Braum, Lissandra, Ornn, Volibear at 1-star, 2-star, and 3-star levels. Use this data to decide which units to prioritize upgrading and when to reroll for 3-star units. Champions worth 3-starring in this comp: Ashe, Sejuani (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Braum has the highest 2-star win rate at 100.0%.
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Anivia's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 54.0% win rate. Ashe's best item is Red Buff with a 59.4% win rate. Tryndamere 's best item is Quicksilver with a 69.5% win rate. Sejuani's best item is Protector's Vow with a 65.7% win rate. Braum's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 69.4% win rate. Lissandra's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 68.0% win rate. Ornn's best item is Protector's Vow with a 76.3% win rate. Volibear 's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 88.9% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Blacksmith / Bruiser (7 shared units, 1.84 avg place), Blacksmith / Bruiser (7 shared units, 2.73 avg place), and Blacksmith / Bruiser (6 shared units, 2.97 avg place).

Playstyle Analysis

Playstyle ArchetypeLate Game Tank

This composition focuses on survivability and scaling, aiming to outlast opponents in extended fights during the late game.

AggressionVery Defensive

This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~129 avg damage per game.

DurabilityVery Durable

Units in this comp are very durableunits survive significantly longer than average in fights.

Power SpikeMid-Late

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord usually peaks in stages 5-6, balancing mid-game power with late-game potential. Games typically end around round 33.

First Place Potential: 38.5%

This composition has strong "win lobby" potential when it hits its key units and items. Hitting 3-star Ashe or Sejuani significantly increases your chances of taking first.

Detailed Analysis

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord is classified as a Late Game Tank composition in TFT Patch 16.10. With a 46.2% win rate and 3.62 average placement, this comp requires precise execution to succeed.

Damage Profile: This composition is very defensiveit 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: Focus on economy and leveling to reach your power spike, even if it means taking some early losses.

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

Stage 2Early Game
Build economy
Collect Ashe copies
Play strongest board

Focus on building economy while collecting Ashe and Sejuani copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Anivia and Ashe as early game frontline. Aim to have 30-40 gold by the Stage 2 carousel.

Stage 3Transition
Level to 6 at 3-2
Start slow rolling
Commit or pivot decision

Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Ashe by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 6 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 6, 2-cost units have the highest appearance rate.

Stage 4Power Spike
Hit 3-star carry
Stop rolling, start leveling
Add high-cost units

By Stage 4, you should be close to or have already hit your 3-star Ashe. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Sejuani. Transition to leveling at Stage 4-5 or 5-1.

Stage 5+Late Game
Add remaining upgrades
Scout and position
Find legendaries if possible

Your 3-star carry should be online and dealing massive damage. Focus on adding your remaining high-cost units and finding optimal positioning against the remaining players. If you find Ornn or Volibear , add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
108gTotal Cost
HighInvestment
Lvl 6Reroll At

This is a high economy investment that requires disciplined gold management during your reroll phase. Slow roll above 50 gold until you hit your 3-star targets.

Full Written Guide

Stage 2: Early Game

Focus on building economy while collecting Ashe and Sejuani copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Anivia and Ashe as early game frontline. Aim to have 30-40 gold by the Stage 2 carousel.

Stage 3: Transition

Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Ashe by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 6 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 6, 2-cost units have the highest appearance rate.

Stage 4: Power Spike

By Stage 4, you should be close to or have already hit your 3-star Ashe. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Sejuani. Transition to leveling at Stage 4-5 or 5-1.

Stage 5+: Late Game

Your 3-star carry should be online and dealing massive damage. Focus on adding your remaining high-cost units and finding optimal positioning against the remaining players. If you find Ornn or Volibear , add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

Player Damage Analysis

Damage ProfileSpread Damage

Multiple units survive and contribute player damage. This makes the comp resilient — losing one unit doesn't cripple your damage.

#1
Volibear
Volibear Key Survivor
15.5%
#2
Ornn
Ornn Contributor
13.6%
#3
Braum
Braum Contributor
12.6%
#4
Tryndamere
Tryndamere Contributor
12.0%
#5
Lissandra
Lissandra Contributor
11.9%
#6
Ashe
Ashe Contributor
11.8%
#7
Sejuani
Sejuani Contributor
11.7%
#8
Anivia
Anivia Contributor
10.9%

Key Takeaways

Resilient comp
— damage is spread, so losing one unit won't cripple you
Flexible positioning
— focus on overall board survival rather than protecting one unit
Full Damage Breakdown

Top Survivor:: Volibear contributes 15.5% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.

Other Key Survivors:: Ornn (13.6%), Braum (12.6%). 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 Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord is a SILVER tier composition in TFT Set 17 with a 46.2% win rate and 3.62 average placement. The primary carries are Ashe. This comp focuses on the Freljord trait.

Strengths

  • Excellent 3.62 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Strong 38.5% first place rate for high-rolling games
  • Ashe and Sejuani can be 3-starred for power spikes
  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits

Weaknesses

  • Below average 46.2% win rate requires optimal execution
  • Requires specific items on carries to maximize potential
  • Can struggle if key units are contested

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Focus on 3-starring Ashe for a 16.7% win rate power spike.

2

Itemization

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

3

Positioning

Place Ornn and Braum in the frontline to protect Ashe in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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A Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Blacksmith, Warden, Invoker, Freljord. The primary trait is Freljord, which is active on 8 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Ashe (3-Star Win Rate: 16.7%, Pick Rate: 46.2%), Sejuani (3-Star Win Rate: 25.0%, Pick Rate: 30.8%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Ashe in the backline and your tanks like Ornn and Braum 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 46.15% and an average placement of 3.62, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord use?

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord performs best with these item builds: Ashe with Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Kraken's Fury (100.00% win rate, +53.85% difference from comp average); Braum with Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor, Warmog's Armor (100.00% win rate, +53.85% difference from comp average); Lissandra with Blue Buff, Hextech Gunblade, Jeweled Gauntlet (100.00% win rate, +53.85% difference from comp average).

Is Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord contested in TFT Set 17?

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord 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 Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord?

The win condition for Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord is "2-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Ashe and Sejuani as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Ashe which has a 16.7% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord?

Yes, Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord 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 Ashe (16.7% win rate at 3-star) and Sejuani (25.0% 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 Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord cost to build?

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord is a high cost composition requiring approximately 108 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 Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord?

Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Ornn and Volibear . If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord?

You should consider pivoting away from Blacksmith / Warden / Invoker / Freljord 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 Blacksmith / Bruiser with a 94.0% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.