Piltover / Piltover / Defender / Arcanist TFT Comp
Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon builds: Aurelion Sol with Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (100.00% WR, +8.33% difference); Swain with Protector's Vow, Ionic Spark, Spirit Visage (100.00% WR, +8.33% difference); Skarner with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Steadfast Heart, Spirit Visage (100.00% WR, +8.33% difference)
Strategy Guide
- Win Condition: Standard Level 8 - level to 8 and stabilize with 2-star units.
- Economy: High Cost comp (96g investment). Build a strong early board to preserve HP and generate streak gold.
- Items: Best-in-slot items add +8.3% win rate - hold components.
- Carousel Priority: Tear Of The Goddess and Giant's Belt.
- Augment Synergies: Look for Economy augments (Rich Get Richer, Golden Egg), Ixtal trait augments.
- Neeko
- Vi
2 CostReroll Lvl: Level 6
- Seraphine
- Skarner
- Swain
- Taric
4 CostReroll Lvl: Level 10
- Fiddlesticks
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.
Win rates and pick rates for Neeko, Vi, Seraphine, Skarner , Swain, Taric, Fiddlesticks, Aurelion Sol at different star levels (1-star, 2-star, 3-star).
Champion | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Win Rate: 66.7% Pick Rate: 25.0% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 75.0% | - | |
Win Rate: 80.0% Pick Rate: 41.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 58.3% | - | |
| - | Win Rate: 91.7% Pick Rate: 100.0% | - | |
Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 8.3% | Win Rate: 90.9% Pick Rate: 91.7% | - | |
Win Rate: 87.5% Pick Rate: 66.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 33.3% | - | |
Win Rate: 80.0% Pick Rate: 41.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 58.3% | - | |
Win Rate: 91.7% Pick Rate: 100.0% | - | - | |
Win Rate: 87.5% Pick Rate: 66.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 33.3% | - |
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Neeko's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 51.9% win rate. Vi's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 62.1% win rate. Seraphine's best item is Morellonomicon with a 65.0% win rate. Skarner 's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 62.0% win rate. Swain's best item is Ionic Spark with a 69.8% win rate. Taric's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 69.9% win rate. Fiddlesticks's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 82.0% win rate. Aurelion Sol's best item is Adaptive Helm with a 69.7% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
Champion | #1 | #2 | #3 | #4 | #5 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 51.9% |  43.5% |  42.5% |  42.3% |  42.3% | |
 62.1% |  47.9% |  46.6% |  45.4% |  44.9% | |
 65.0% |  63.4% |  59.3% |  59.0% |  55.9% | |
| 62.0% | 61.2% | 58.8% |  57.4% | 54.7% | |
| 69.8% | 69.7% | 68.3% |  67.2% | 67.1% | |
| 69.9% |  69.7% | 68.8% | 67.6% | 65.4% | |
 82.0% | 80.8% |  79.5% | 79.3% |  78.0% | |
| 69.7% | 65.5% |  60.9% |  59.3% | 58.7% |
If contested, consider pivoting to Star Forger / Defender (7 shared units, 2.26 avg place), Star Forger / Defender (6 shared units, 2.31 avg place), and Star Forger / Defender (8 shared units, 2.41 avg place).
Playstyle Analysis
This composition focuses on survivability and scaling, aiming to outlast opponents in extended fights during the late game.
This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~90 avg damage per game.
Units in this comp are very durable — units survive significantly longer than average in fights.
Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon usually peaks in stages 5-6, balancing mid-game power with late-game potential. Games typically end around round 33.
Detailed Analysis
Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon is classified as a Late Game Tank composition in TFT Patch 16.2. With a 91.7% win rate and 3.00 average placement, this comp is among the strongest options 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: 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 Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.
Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Neeko and Vi 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: Neeko, Vi, Seraphine.
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Seraphine, Skarner , Swain. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Seraphine and Skarner . This is when Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon reaches full power.
Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Fiddlesticks 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. Neeko and Vi 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: Neeko, Vi, Seraphine.
Stage 4: Power Spike
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Seraphine, Skarner , Swain. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Seraphine and Skarner . This is when Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / 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 Fiddlesticks 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 Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / 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: Fiddlesticks contributes 15.0% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.
Other Key Survivors: Swain (13.2%), Taric (12.8%). 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 Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon
Strengths
- High 91.7% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
- Excellent 3.00 average placement for reliable top 4
- Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
Weaknesses
- Requires specific items on carries to maximize potential
- Can struggle if key units are contested
Strategic Tips
Level efficiently to find your key carries at higher levels.
Prioritize items for your main carry. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
Place Skarner and Swain in the frontline to protect carries 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: Piltover, Defender, Arcanist, Harvester, Star Forger, Targon.
What are the carries of this TFT Comp?
The primary carries for this composition are .
What is the best positioning for this composition?
Place your carries in the backline and your tanks like Skarner and Swain 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 91.67% and an average placement of 3.00, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon use?
Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon performs best with these item builds: Aurelion Sol with Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (100.00% win rate, +8.33% difference from comp average); Swain with Protector's Vow, Ionic Spark, Spirit Visage (100.00% win rate, +8.33% difference from comp average); Skarner with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Steadfast Heart, Spirit Visage (100.00% win rate, +8.33% difference from comp average).
Is Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon contested in TFT Set 16?
Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / 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 your carries without much competition.
What is the win condition for Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon?
The win condition for Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon is "Standard Level 8". This is a standard composition that aims to stabilize at level 8 with 2-star units before pushing for level 9. Position your carries safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.
Should I reroll or level with Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon?
No, Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / 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 Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon cost to build?
Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon is a high cost composition requiring approximately 96 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 Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon?
Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Aurelion Sol and Fiddlesticks. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.
When should I pivot away from Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / Targon?
You should consider pivoting away from Piltover / Defender / Arcanist / Harvester / Star Forger / 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 Star Forger / Defender with a 87.3% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.