Bruiser Aphelios Comp
Bruiser / Ionia comp built around Aphelios in TFT Set 16 — 2-cost reroll, 91.9% top 4 across 308 ranked games.
- Tier
- A
- Top 4 rate
- 91.9%
- Avg place
- 2.56
- 1st place
- 24.4%
- Playstyle
- 2-cost reroll
- Games
- 308
Is Bruiser Aphelios good in TFT Set 16?
308 ranked gamesBruiser Aphelios is a 2-cost reroll comp rated A tier in TFT Set 16: it finishes top 4 91.9% of the time with an average place of 2.56 across 308 ranked games. That average place beats 87% of the 58 9-unit boards we track this patch. It also wins the lobby often (24.4% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
This comp averages a 2.56 placement with a 91.9% top 4 rate and a 24.4% first place rate across 308 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.
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Bruiser Aphelios units and star levels
The 9 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.
| Unit | 2★ | 3★ | Items |
|---|---|---|---|
 Sett | 36% | 0% | — |
 Volibear Carry | 42% | 0% |    |
 Wukong | 81% | 2% | — |
 Kobuko & Yuumi | 82% | 15% | — |
 Sion 3★ | 5% | 95% |    |
 Aphelios Carry 3★ | 5% | 95% |    |
 Bard Carry 3★ | 8% | 92% |   |
 Illaoi 3★ | 20% | 80% | — |
 Shen 3★ | 16% | 84% | — |
Bruiser Aphelios traits
The board activates Bruiser, Ionia, and Caretaker. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.
Bruiser Aphelios game plan
2-cost reroll- Early
Play the strongest early board you hit and save gold until you can commit to Aphelios.
- Mid
Slow roll at level 6 above 50 gold until Aphelios, Sion, Bard , Shen, and Illaoi hit 3 stars, then level up to finish the board.
- Items
Build Giant Slayer, Kraken's Fury, and Guinsoo's Rageblade 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 91.9% of the time with an average place of 2.56 across 308 ranked games. That average place beats 87% of the 58 9-unit boards we track this patch. It also wins the lobby often (24.4% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
Who are the carries in Bruiser Aphelios?
The damage in Bruiser Aphelios comes from Aphelios, Bard , and Volibear . 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 Giant Slayer, Kraken's Fury, and Guinsoo's Rageblade, with a 100.0% top 4 rate over 6 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.
Is Bruiser Aphelios a reroll comp?
Yes. Bruiser Aphelios wants Aphelios, Sion, 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, Ionia, Caretaker, Targon, and The Boss.
Is Bruiser Aphelios contested?
Rarely. Bruiser Aphelios appears in only 0.05% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.