Archived Comp: This comp is from a prior TFT set, kept here for when older sets get brought back in set revivals.

Bruiser Aphelios Comp

Bruiser / Caretaker comp built around Aphelios in TFT Set 16 — 2-cost reroll, 55.0% top 4 across 622 ranked games.

Bruiser Aphelios A Tier
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Tier
A
Top 4 rate
55.0%
Avg place
4.40
1st place
8.8%
Playstyle
2-cost reroll
Games
622

Is Bruiser Aphelios good in TFT Set 16?

622 ranked games
A

Bruiser Aphelios is a 2-cost reroll comp rated A tier in TFT Set 16: it finishes top 4 55.0% of the time with an average place of 4.40 across 622 ranked games. That average place beats 60% of the 51 8-unit boards we track this patch. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.

4.40
Avg Place
8.84%
First Place
54.98%
Top 4 Rate
0.11%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 4.40 placement with a 55.0% top 4 rate and a 8.8% first place rate across 622 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Bruiser / Caretaker builds: Sion with Bramble Vest, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (71.9% top 4, +16.89% vs. the comp average); Aphelios with Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Kraken's Fury (76.7% top 4, +21.76% vs. the comp average); Bard with Archangel's Staff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Spear of Shojin (58.4% top 4, +3.43% vs. the comp average)
Sion
Sion
71.88%
Top 4 Rate
+16.89%
Difference
Severe Contested Risk
This comp has Very High contested risk and is highly contested and may be difficult to complete. The most contested units are Wukong, Kobuko & Yuumi, Dr. Mundo due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.
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Bruiser Aphelios units and star levels

The 8 units of the final board, with how often each finishes at 2 and 3 stars in this comp and the items it holds. Aphelios is the main carry.

Unit2★3★Items
WukongWukong52%0%—
Kobuko & YuumiKobuko & Yuumi70%16%—
Dr. MundoDr. Mundo58%24%—
SionSion 3★15%84%Bramble VestDragon's ClawIonic Spark
ApheliosAphelios Carry 3★19%82%DeathbladeGuinsoo's RagebladeHand Of Justice
Bard Bard Carry 3★19%81%Rabadon's DeathcapNashor's ToothJeweled Gauntlet
IllaoiIllaoi 3★29%70%—
ShenShen 3★28%72%—

Bruiser Aphelios traits

The board activates Bruiser, Caretaker, and Targon. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.

Bruiser Aphelios game plan

2-cost reroll
  1. Early

    Play the strongest early board you hit and save gold until you can commit to Aphelios.

  2. Mid

    Slow roll at level 6 above 50 gold until Sion, Aphelios, Bard , Shen, and Illaoi hit 3 stars, then level up to finish the board.

  3. Items

    Build Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Hand Of Justice on Aphelios.

How to play Bruiser Aphelios · Bruiser Aphelios items and best builds

Bruiser Aphelios variants

The same comp with one or two units swapped — green units are added, red ones are cut.

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Bruiser Aphelios FAQ – TFT Set 16

Is Bruiser Aphelios good in TFT Set 16?

Bruiser Aphelios is a 2-cost reroll comp rated A tier in TFT Set 16: it finishes top 4 55.0% of the time with an average place of 4.40 across 622 ranked games. That average place beats 60% of the 51 8-unit boards we track this patch. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.

Who are the carries in Bruiser Aphelios?

The damage in Bruiser Aphelios comes from Aphelios and Bard . Aphelios is the main carry and should get your first completed items.

What items does Aphelios need in Bruiser Aphelios?

The best tracked build for Aphelios in this comp is Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Hand Of Justice, with a 100.0% top 4 rate over 1 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.

Is Bruiser Aphelios a reroll comp?

Yes. Bruiser Aphelios wants Sion, Aphelios, Bard , Shen, and Illaoi at 3 stars, so slow roll at level 6 with gold above 50 until you hit them.

What traits does Bruiser Aphelios use?

Bruiser Aphelios runs Bruiser, Caretaker, and Targon.

Is Bruiser Aphelios contested?

Rarely. Bruiser Aphelios appears in only 0.11% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.