Archived Comp: This comp is from a prior TFT set, kept here for when older sets get brought back in set revivals.

Defender Poppy Comp

Defender / Juggernaut comp built around Poppy in TFT Set 16 — 1-cost reroll, 52.2% top 4 across 23 ranked games.

Defender Poppy S Tier
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Tier
S
Top 4 rate
52.2%
Avg place
4.09
1st place
21.7%
Playstyle
1-cost reroll
Games
23

Is Defender Poppy good in TFT Set 16?

23 ranked games
S

Defender Poppy is a 1-cost reroll comp rated S tier in TFT Set 16: it finishes top 4 52.2% of the time with an average place of 4.09 across 23 ranked games. That average place beats 75% of the 85 8-unit boards we track this patch. It also wins the lobby often (21.7% first places), so it rewards a strong start.

4.09
Avg Place
21.74%
First Place
52.17%
Top 4 Rate
0.05%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 4.09 placement with a 52.2% top 4 rate and a 21.7% first place rate across 23 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Defender / Juggernaut builds: Kennen with Juggernaut Emblem, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (100.0% top 4, +47.83% vs. the comp average); Kobuko & Yuumi with Juggernaut Emblem, Protector's Vow, Sunfire Cape (100.0% top 4, +47.83% vs. the comp average); Lulu with Dawncore, Rabadon's Deathcap, Spear of Shojin (100.0% top 4, +47.83% vs. the comp average)
Severe Contested Risk
This comp has Very High contested risk and is highly contested and may be difficult to complete. The most contested units are Swain, Kennen , Kobuko & Yuumi due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.
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Defender Poppy units and star levels

The 8 units of the final board, with how often each finishes at 2 and 3 stars in this comp and the items it holds. Poppy is the main carry.

Unit2★3★Items
SwainSwain57%0%Yordle EmblemGargoyle StoneplateThe Darkin Aegis
Kennen Kennen 61%39%Juggernaut EmblemWarmog's ArmorSpirit Visage
Kobuko & YuumiKobuko & Yuumi65%22%Thief's GlovesGiant SlayerSunfire Cape
TristanaTristana Carry 3★26%74%Guinsoo's RagebladeKraken's FuryHand Of Justice
TeemoTeemo Carry 3★35%65%Rabadon's DeathcapMorellonomiconJeweled Gauntlet
Poppy Poppy Carry 3★39%61%Edge of NightSunfire CapeEdge of Night
RumbleRumble 3★13%87%Void StaffGuinsoo's RagebladeGiant Slayer
LuluLulu 3★17%70%Jeweled GauntletHextech GunbladeVoid Staff

Defender Poppy traits

The board activates Defender, Juggernaut, and Arcanist. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.

Defender Poppy game plan

1-cost reroll
  1. Early

    Play the strongest early board you hit and save gold until you can commit to Poppy .

  2. Mid

    Slow roll at level 5 above 50 gold until Rumble, Tristana, Lulu, Teemo, and Poppy hit 3 stars, then level up to finish the board.

  3. Items

    Build Edge of Night, Sunfire Cape, and Edge of Night on Poppy .

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Defender Poppy variants

The same comp with one or two units swapped — green units are added, red ones are cut.

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Defender Poppy FAQ – TFT Set 16

Is Defender Poppy good in TFT Set 16?

Defender Poppy is a 1-cost reroll comp rated S tier in TFT Set 16: it finishes top 4 52.2% of the time with an average place of 4.09 across 23 ranked games. That average place beats 75% of the 85 8-unit boards we track this patch. It also wins the lobby often (21.7% first places), so it rewards a strong start.

Who are the carries in Defender Poppy ?

The damage in Defender Poppy comes from Poppy , Teemo, and Tristana. Poppy is the main carry and should get your first completed items.

What items does Poppy need in Defender Poppy ?

The best tracked build for Poppy in this comp is Edge of Night, Sunfire Cape, and Edge of Night, with a 100.0% top 4 rate over 2 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.

Is Defender Poppy a reroll comp?

Yes. Defender Poppy wants Rumble, Tristana, Lulu, Teemo, and Poppy at 3 stars, so slow roll at level 5 with gold above 50 until you hit them.

What traits does Defender Poppy use?

Defender Poppy runs Defender, Juggernaut, and Arcanist.

Is Defender Poppy contested?

Rarely. Defender Poppy appears in only 0.05% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.