Set:16
Sample Size:734,119 ranked games
Tier:EMERALD
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This comp has a Very Low contested risk and is rarely contested. The most contested units are likely Ornn, Lissandra, Braum due to their popularity across multiple comps. You should be able to hit your key units without much competition.
5.48
Avg Placement
2.36%
First Place Rate
32.28%
Top 4 Rate
0.12%
Pick Rate
Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden builds: Lissandra with Morellonomicon, Spear of Shojin, Void Staff (25.00% WR, -7.28% difference); Braum with Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (11.11% WR, -21.17% difference); Seraphine with Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Nashor's Tooth (19.15% WR, -13.13% difference)

Strategy Guide

  • Win Condition: Vertical Piltover - maximize Piltover trait for synergy bonuses.
  • Economy: High Cost comp (81g investment). Play strongest board, pivot based on items and units hit.
  • Items: Item flexibility is high - slam for early tempo.
  • Augment Synergies: Look for Economy augments (Rich Get Richer, Golden Egg), Piltover trait augments.
Vertical Piltover
Low Contest
Flexible Start
Slam Items
Highly Flexible
Vi and Orianna are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Sejuani and Loris are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Lissandra, Braum and Seraphine are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Ornn is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Vi
      Vi
    • Orianna
      Orianna
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Sejuani
      Sejuani
    • Loris
      Loris
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Lissandra
      Lissandra
    • Braum
      Braum
    • Seraphine
      Seraphine
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Ornn
      Ornn
    Gold cost icon5 Cost

    Reroll 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.

Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Orianna , Vi, Loris, Sejuani, Braum, Lissandra, Seraphine, Ornn 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. Ornn has the highest 2-star win rate at 83.3%.
Champion
Win Rate: 25.0%
Pick Rate: 18.9%
Win Rate: 31.3%
Pick Rate: 78.0%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 3.1%
Win Rate: 30.6%
Pick Rate: 28.3%
Win Rate: 33.0%
Pick Rate: 71.7%
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Win Rate: 25.0%
Pick Rate: 9.4%
Win Rate: 30.6%
Pick Rate: 87.4%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 3.1%
Win Rate: 38.5%
Pick Rate: 10.2%
Win Rate: 30.8%
Pick Rate: 81.9%
Win Rate: 40.0%
Pick Rate: 7.9%
Win Rate: 7.7%
Pick Rate: 20.5%
Win Rate: 36.7%
Pick Rate: 77.2%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 2.4%
Win Rate: 4.2%
Pick Rate: 18.9%
Win Rate: 38.0%
Pick Rate: 78.7%
Win Rate: 66.7%
Pick Rate: 2.4%
Win Rate: 3.8%
Pick Rate: 20.5%
Win Rate: 39.0%
Pick Rate: 78.7%
Win Rate: 100.0%
Pick Rate: 0.8%
Win Rate: 29.8%
Pick Rate: 95.3%
Win Rate: 83.3%
Pick Rate: 4.7%
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Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Orianna 's best item is Adaptive Helm with a 50.0% win rate. Vi's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 51.1% win rate. Loris's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 58.6% win rate. Sejuani's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 62.1% win rate. Braum's best item is Bramble Vest with a 64.6% win rate. Lissandra's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 58.7% win rate. Seraphine's best item is Morellonomicon with a 58.3% win rate. Ornn's best item is Protector's Vow with a 75.8% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Defender / Emperor (7 shared units, 2.81 avg place), Blacksmith / Defender (8 shared units, 3.50 avg place), and Defender / Emperor (7 shared units, 4.41 avg place).

Playstyle Analysis

Playstyle ArchetypeFortress

This composition prioritizes survivability above all else, aiming to outlast opponents through superior tankiness and sustain.

AggressionVery Defensive

This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~80 avg damage per game.

DurabilityVery Durable

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

Power SpikeMid Game

Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden reaches full power in stages 4-5, aiming to close out before opponents scale. Games typically end around round 30.

Detailed Analysis

Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden is classified as a Fortress composition in TFT Patch 16.3. With a 32.3% win rate and 5.48 average placement, this comp requires precise execution to succeed.

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 Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

Stage 2Early Game
Level to 4
Win streak if strong
Build early board

Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Vi and Orianna 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 3Transition
Level to 6 at 3-2
Roll to stabilize if low HP
Start collecting core units

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: Vi, Orianna , Sejuani.

Stage 4Power Spike
Level to 7 at 4-1
Roll for 2-star core units
Push to 8 at 4-5/5-1

At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Sejuani, Loris, Lissandra. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Lissandra and Braum. This is when Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden reaches full power.

Stage 5+Late Game
Push to level 9 if healthy
Find final upgrades
Position against remaining players

Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Ornn to complete your board. Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
81gTotal Cost
HighInvestment

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. Vi and Orianna 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: Vi, Orianna , Sejuani.

Stage 4: Power Spike

At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Sejuani, Loris, Lissandra. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Lissandra and Braum. This is when Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden 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 Ornn 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 Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden. 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.

Damage ProfileSpread Damage

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

#1
OrnnContributor
14.0%
#2
BraumContributor
13.0%
#3
SeraphineContributor
13.0%
#4
SejuaniContributor
12.7%
#5
LorisContributor
12.6%
#6
LissandraContributor
12.4%
#7
ViContributor
12.0%
#8
Orianna Contributor
10.5%

Key Takeaways

1
Resilient comp — damage is spread, so losing one unit won't cripple you
2
Flexible positioning — focus on overall board survival rather than protecting one unit
Full Damage Breakdown

Top Survivor: Ornn contributes 14.0% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.

Other Key Survivors: Braum (13.0%), Seraphine (13.0%). 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 Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden

Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden is a EMERALD tier composition in TFT Set 16 with a 32.3% win rate and 5.48 average placement. This comp focuses on the Piltover trait.

Strengths

  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
  • Balanced composition with clear win conditions

Weaknesses

  • Below average 32.3% win rate requires optimal execution
  • Higher 5.48 average placement indicates inconsistency

Strategic Tips

1
Economy Strategy

Level efficiently to find your key carries at higher levels.

2
Itemization

Prioritize items for your main carry. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.

3
Positioning

Place Ornn and Braum 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: Freljord, Piltover, Defender, Invoker, Blacksmith, Warden. The primary trait is Piltover, which is active on 4 units.

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 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 32.28% and an average placement of 5.48, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

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

Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden performs best with these item builds: Lissandra with Morellonomicon, Spear of Shojin, Void Staff (25.00% win rate, -7.28% difference from comp average); Braum with Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (11.11% win rate, -21.17% difference from comp average); Seraphine with Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Nashor's Tooth (19.15% win rate, -13.13% difference from comp average).

Is Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden contested in TFT Set 16?

Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden 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 Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden?

The win condition for Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden is "Vertical Piltover". This composition focuses on maximizing the Piltover trait with 4 units, providing strong synergy bonuses. Position your carries safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.

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

No, Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden 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 Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden cost to build?

Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden is a high cost composition requiring approximately 81 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 Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden?

Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Ornn and Lissandra. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

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

You should consider pivoting away from Freljord / Piltover / Defender / Invoker / Blacksmith / Warden 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 Defender / Emperor with a 85.1% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.