Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist TFT Comp
Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic builds: Lux with Hextech Gunblade, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (85.71% WR, +40.00% difference); Garen with Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (40.00% WR, -5.71% difference); Poppy with Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage, Thief's Gloves (0.00% WR, -45.71% difference)
Strategy Guide
- Win Condition: Vertical Demacia - maximize Demacia trait for synergy bonuses.
- Economy: Medium Cost comp (78g investment). Play strongest board, pivot based on items and units hit.
- Items: Best-in-slot items add +40.0% win rate - hold components.
- Carousel Priority: Needlessly Large Rod and B.F. Sword.
- Augment Synergies: Look for AD damage augments, Demacia trait augments.
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 Swain 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
- Sona
1 CostReroll Lvl: Level 4
- Poppy
- Xin Zhao
2 CostReroll Lvl: Level 6
- Vayne
3 CostReroll Lvl: Level 7
- Garen
- Lux
- Swain
4 CostReroll Lvl: Level 10
- Galio
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.
Champion | |||
|---|---|---|---|
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 2.9% | Win Rate: 41.4% Pick Rate: 82.9% | Win Rate: 80.0% Pick Rate: 14.3% | |
Win Rate: 25.0% Pick Rate: 5.7% | Win Rate: 43.6% Pick Rate: 78.6% | Win Rate: 63.6% Pick Rate: 15.7% | |
Win Rate: 42.9% Pick Rate: 10.0% | Win Rate: 46.8% Pick Rate: 88.6% | Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 1.4% | |
Win Rate: 50.0% Pick Rate: 5.7% | Win Rate: 42.6% Pick Rate: 87.1% | Win Rate: 80.0% Pick Rate: 7.1% | |
Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 2.9% | Win Rate: 43.8% Pick Rate: 91.4% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 5.7% | |
Win Rate: 5.9% Pick Rate: 24.3% | Win Rate: 58.5% Pick Rate: 75.7% | - | |
Win Rate: 7.1% Pick Rate: 20.0% | Win Rate: 55.4% Pick Rate: 80.0% | - | |
Win Rate: 22.6% Pick Rate: 44.3% | Win Rate: 64.1% Pick Rate: 55.7% | - | |
Win Rate: 36.7% Pick Rate: 85.7% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 14.3% | - |
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Jarvan IV's best item is Dragon's Claw with a 62.1% win rate. Sona's best item is Morellonomicon with a 57.9% win rate. Poppy 's best item is Bramble Vest with a 63.4% win rate. Xin Zhao's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 56.3% win rate. Vayne's best item is Deathblade with a 62.5% win rate. Garen's best item is Spirit Visage with a 68.4% win rate. Lux's best item is Striker's Flail with a 66.8% win rate. Swain's best item is Bramble Vest with a 69.3% win rate. Galio's best item is Bramble Vest with a 85.1% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Blacksmith / Chronokeeper (8 shared units, 2.83 avg place), Chronokeeper / Defender (8 shared units, 3.58 avg place), and Defender / Demacia (8 shared units, 3.61 avg place).
Playstyle Analysis
This composition prioritizes survivability above all else, aiming to outlast opponents through superior tankiness and sustain.
This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~87 avg damage per game.
Units in this comp are very durable — units survive significantly longer than average in fights.
Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic reaches full power in stages 4-5, aiming to close out before opponents scale. Games typically end around round 31.
Detailed Analysis
Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic is classified as a Fortress composition in TFT Patch 16.2. With a 45.7% win rate and 4.86 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 Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.
Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Jarvan IV and Sona 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: Jarvan IV, Sona, Poppy .
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Vayne, Garen, Lux. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Garen and Lux. This is when Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic reaches full power.
Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Galio 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. Jarvan IV and Sona 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: Jarvan IV, Sona, Poppy .
Stage 4: Power Spike
At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Vayne, Garen, Lux. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Garen and Lux. This is when Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic 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 Galio 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 Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic. 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: 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: Swain (11.4%), Lux (11.3%). 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 / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic
Strengths
- Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
- Balanced composition with clear win conditions
Weaknesses
- Below average 45.7% win rate requires optimal execution
- Higher 4.86 average placement indicates inconsistency
- Relies on 2-star carries without strong 3-star options
Strategic Tips
Level efficiently to find your Vayne at higher levels.
Prioritize items for Vayne. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
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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Frequently Asked Questions
What traits does this comp use?
This composition uses the following traits: Demacia, Defender, Juggernaut, Arcanist, Heroic. 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 Vayne.
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 45.71% and an average placement of 4.86, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic use?
Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic performs best with these item builds: Lux with Hextech Gunblade, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (85.71% win rate, +40.00% difference from comp average); Garen with Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (40.00% win rate, -5.71% difference from comp average); Poppy with Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage, Thief's Gloves (0.00% win rate, -45.71% difference from comp average).
Is Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic contested in TFT Set 16?
Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic 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 / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic?
The win condition for Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic is "Vertical Demacia". This composition focuses on maximizing the Demacia trait with 8 units, providing strong synergy bonuses. Position your carries Vayne safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.
Should I reroll or level with Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic?
No, Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic 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 Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic cost to build?
Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic is a medium cost composition requiring approximately 78 gold investment to complete. Balance your economy between leveling and rolling. Maintain interest thresholds while staying healthy on HP.
What are the best pivot options for Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic?
Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic is highly flexible with 5 similar compositions available for pivoting. 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 / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic?
You should consider pivoting away from Demacia / Defender / Juggernaut / Arcanist / Heroic 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 Blacksmith / Chronokeeper with a 85.8% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 5 alternative compositions.