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Demacia / Defender / Longshot Comp

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Best Demacia / Defender / Longshot comp featuring Vayne in TFT Set 17.

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Champions:
Jarvan IV - 1-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Jarvan IV
Sona - 1-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Sona
Poppy - 2-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Poppy
Xin Zhao - 2-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Xin Zhao
Vayne - 3-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Vayne
Garen - 4-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Garen
Lux - 4-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Lux
Kai'Sa - 4-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Kai'Sa
Galio - 5-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Galio
Traits:
Demacia trait icon - TFT Set 17Demacia (7)Defender trait icon - TFT Set 17Defender (2)Longshot trait icon - TFT Set 17Longshot (2)Heroic trait icon - TFT Set 17Heroic (1)Assimilator trait icon - TFT Set 17Assimilator (1)
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Set:17
Sample Size:308,480 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:
4.00
Avg Place
18.18%
First Place
45.45%
Top 4 Rate
0.21%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 4.00 placement with a 45.5% top 4 rate and a 18.2% first place rate across 308,480 ranked games. A 0.2% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator builds: Jarvan IV with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (100.00% WR, +54.55% difference); Kai'Sa with Giant Slayer, Red Buff, Kraken's Fury (100.00% WR, +54.55% difference); Sona with Adaptive Helm, Blue Buff, Void Staff (100.00% WR, +54.55% difference)
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
Gargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateSpirit VisageSpirit VisageWarmog's ArmorWarmog's Armor
100.00%
Win Rate
+54.55%
Difference
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa
Giant SlayerGiant SlayerRed BuffRed BuffKraken's FuryKraken's Fury
100.00%
Win Rate
+54.55%
Difference
Sona
Sona
Adaptive HelmAdaptive HelmBlue BuffBlue BuffVoid StaffVoid Staff
100.00%
Win Rate
+54.55%
Difference
Low Contested Risk
This comp has Very Low contested risk and is almost never contested and very easy to collect. The most contested units are Galio, Garen, Lux due to their popularity and high cost. You should have no trouble hitting these units.

Top Contested Units

Galio
Galio
Low Contested Risk
Garen
Garen
Low Contested Risk
Lux
Lux
Low Contested Risk
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa
Low Contested Risk
Vayne
Vayne
Low Contested Risk
Jarvan IV and Sona are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Poppy and Xin Zhao are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Vayne is a 3-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 7. Garen, Lux and Kai'Sa are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Galio is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Jarvan IV
      Jarvan IV
    • Sona
      Sona
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Poppy
      Poppy
    • Xin Zhao
      Xin Zhao
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Vayne
      Vayne
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Garen
      Garen
    • Lux
      Lux
    • Kai'Sa
      Kai'Sa
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Galio
      Galio
    Gold cost icon5 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

1-Cost Reroll
Low Contest
Loss Streak
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 5
Win Condition
1-Cost Reroll - 3-star as your primary carry Sona.
Reroll Targets
3-star Sona and Jarvan IV and Poppy and Vayne. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Economy
High Cost comp (90g investment). Save gold early, loss streak for extra gold and first carousel priority.
Items
Best-in-slot items add +54.5% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
Tear Of The Goddess and Recurve Bow.
Augment Synergies
Look for Economy augments (Rich Get Richer, Golden Egg), Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AD damage augments.
Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Jarvan IV, Sona, Poppy , Xin Zhao, Vayne, Garen, Kai'Sa , Lux, Galio 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: Jarvan IV, Sona, Poppy , Vayne (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Lux has the highest 2-star win rate at 100.0%.
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
N/AWR
N/APR
40.0%WR
45.5%PR
50.0%WR
54.5%PR
Sona
Sona
N/AWR
N/APR
40.0%WR
45.5%PR
50.0%WR
54.5%PR
Poppy
Poppy
N/AWR
N/APR
50.0%WR
54.5%PR
40.0%WR
45.5%PR
Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao
N/AWR
N/APR
33.3%WR
81.8%PR
100.0%WR
18.2%PR
Vayne
Vayne
N/AWR
N/APR
50.0%WR
54.5%PR
40.0%WR
45.5%PR
Garen
Garen
100.0%WR
27.3%PR
14.3%WR
63.6%PR
100.0%WR
9.1%PR
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa
100.0%WR
36.4%PR
14.3%WR
63.6%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Lux
Lux
0.0%WR
54.5%PR
100.0%WR
36.4%PR
100.0%WR
9.1%PR
Galio
Galio
45.5%WR
100.0%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
N/AWR
N/APR
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Jarvan IV's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 62.5% win rate. Sona's best item is Spear of Shojin with a 67.7% win rate. Poppy 's best item is Bramble Vest with a 69.6% win rate. Xin Zhao's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 68.6% win rate. Vayne's best item is Kraken's Fury with a 67.6% win rate. Garen's best item is Bramble Vest with a 73.7% win rate. Kai'Sa 's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 64.4% win rate. Lux's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 75.3% win rate. Galio's best item is Ionic Spark with a 88.9% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
Thief's Gloves62.5%Dragon's Claw60.8%Spirit Visage59.7%
Sona
Sona
Spear of Shojin67.7%Nashor's Tooth64.4%Adaptive Helm60.4%
Poppy
Poppy
Bramble Vest69.6%Steadfast Heart67.7%Thief's Gloves67.4%
Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao
Thief's Gloves68.6%Bramble Vest61.1%Warmog's Armor55.0%
Vayne
Vayne
Kraken's Fury67.6%Deathblade67.1%Last Whisper65.0%
Garen
Garen
Bramble Vest73.7%Steadfast Heart72.7%Dragon's Claw71.1%
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa
Hextech Gunblade64.4%Archangel's Staff59.4%Void Staff58.1%
Lux
Lux
Nashor's Tooth75.3%Striker's Flail71.9%Adaptive Helm70.5%
Galio
Galio
Ionic Spark88.9%Bramble Vest88.3%Dragon's Claw84.5%
If contested, consider pivoting to Defender / Demacia (6 shared units, 2.56 avg place), Defender / Demacia (6 shared units, 3.59 avg place), and Defender / Demacia (8 shared units, 4.36 avg place).
Defender / Demacia
2.56 Avg89.4% WR
Shared (6)
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
Poppy
Poppy
Vayne
Vayne
Garen
Garen
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa
New (4)
Kog'Maw
Kog'Maw
Swain
Swain
Taric
Taric
Ziggs
Ziggs
Defender / Demacia
3.59 Avg68.6% WR
Shared (6)
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
Poppy
Poppy
Vayne
Vayne
Garen
Garen
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa
New (3)
Kog'Maw
Kog'Maw
Swain
Swain
Taric
Taric
Defender / Demacia
4.36 Avg50.3% WR
Shared (8)
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV
Poppy
Poppy
Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao
Vayne
Vayne
Garen
Garen
New (1)
Swain
Swain

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

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

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

Stage 3Transition
Level to 5 at 3-2
Start slow rolling
Commit or pivot decision

Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Sona by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 5 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 5, 1-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 Sona. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Jarvan IV and Poppy and Vayne. 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 Galio, add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
120gTotal Cost
HighInvestment
Lvl 5Reroll 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 Sona and Jarvan IV and Poppy and Vayne copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Jarvan IV and Sona 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 Sona by Stage 3-2, commit to the reroll strategy. Level to 5 at Stage 3-2 and begin slow rolling. At level 5, 1-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 Sona. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Jarvan IV and Poppy and Vayne. 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 Galio, 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
Galio
Galio Contributor
13.1%
#2
Lux
Lux Contributor
11.2%
#3
Garen
Garen Contributor
11.2%
#4
Kai'Sa
Kai'Sa Contributor
11.1%
#5
Poppy
Poppy Contributor
11.1%
#6
Vayne
Vayne Contributor
10.9%
#7
Jarvan IV
Jarvan IV Contributor
10.6%
#8
Xin Zhao
Xin Zhao Contributor
10.4%
#9
Sona
Sona Contributor
10.3%

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:: Galio contributes 13.1% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.

Other Key Survivors:: Lux (11.2%), Garen (11.2%). 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 Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator

Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator is a SILVER tier composition in TFT Set 17 with a 45.5% win rate and 4.00 average placement. The primary carries are Vayne. This comp focuses on the Demacia trait.

Strengths

  • Excellent 4.00 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Strong 18.2% first place rate for high-rolling games
  • Sona and Jarvan IV and Poppy and Vayne can be 3-starred for power spikes
  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits

Weaknesses

  • Below average 45.5% 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 Sona for a 50.0% win rate power spike.

2

Itemization

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

3

Positioning

Place Galio and Garen in the frontline to protect Vayne in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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A Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Demacia, Defender, Longshot, Heroic, Assimilator. The primary trait is Demacia, which is active on 8 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Sona (3-Star Win Rate: 50.0%, Pick Rate: 54.5%), Jarvan IV (3-Star Win Rate: 50.0%, Pick Rate: 54.5%), Poppy (3-Star Win Rate: 40.0%, Pick Rate: 45.5%), Vayne (3-Star Win Rate: 40.0%, Pick Rate: 45.5%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Vayne in the backline and your tanks like Galio and Garen 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 45.45% and an average placement of 4.00, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator use?

Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator performs best with these item builds: Jarvan IV with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (100.00% win rate, +54.55% difference from comp average); Kai'Sa with Giant Slayer, Red Buff, Kraken's Fury (100.00% win rate, +54.55% difference from comp average); Sona with Adaptive Helm, Blue Buff, Void Staff (100.00% win rate, +54.55% difference from comp average).

Is Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator contested in TFT Set 17?

Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator is relatively uncontested with only a 0.2% pick rate, making it a good choice when you want to avoid fighting for units. You can often hit your key champions like Vayne without much competition.

What is the win condition for Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator?

The win condition for Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Sona and Jarvan IV and Poppy and Vayne as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Sona which has a 50.0% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator?

Yes, Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator is a reroll composition. You should slow roll at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate. Your primary reroll targets are Sona (50.0% win rate at 3-star) and Jarvan IV (50.0% win rate at 3-star) and Poppy (40.0% win rate at 3-star) and Vayne (40.0% 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 Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator cost to build?

Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator is a high cost composition requiring approximately 120 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 Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator?

Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Galio and Garen. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator?

You should consider pivoting away from Demacia / Defender / Longshot / Heroic / Assimilator 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 / Demacia with a 89.4% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.

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