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

Challenger Jax Comp

Challenger / N.O.V.A. comp built around Jax in TFT Set 17 — 2-cost reroll, 50.9% top 4 across 26 ranked games.

Challenger Jax C Tier
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Tier
C
Top 4 rate
50.9%
Avg place
4.35
1st place
4.1%
Playstyle
2-cost reroll
Games
26

Is Challenger Jax good in TFT Set 17?

26 ranked games
C

Challenger Jax is a 2-cost reroll comp rated C tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 50.9% of the time with an average place of 4.35 across 26 ranked games. That average place beats 50% of the 49 8-unit boards we track this patch. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.

4.35
Avg Place
4.09%
First Place
50.89%
Top 4 Rate
0.06%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 4.35 placement with a 50.9% top 4 rate and a 4.1% first place rate across 26 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Challenger / N.O.V.A. builds: Jax with Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate (72.5% top 4, +21.62% vs. the comp average); Kindred with Deathblade, Infinity Edge, Red Buff (72.5% top 4, +21.65% vs. the comp average); Miss Fortune with Target-Lock Optics, Deathblade, Infinity Edge (74.9% top 4, +23.98% vs. the comp average)
Jax
Jax
72.51%
Top 4 Rate
+21.62%
Difference
Kindred
Kindred
72.54%
Top 4 Rate
+21.65%
Difference
Moderate Contested Risk
This comp has Moderate contested risk and is moderately contested with reasonable availability. The most contested units are Kindred, Diana, Miss Fortune due to their popularity and high cost.
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Challenger Jax 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. Jax is the main carry.

Unit2★3★Items
KindredKindred Carry54%0%Guinsoo's RagebladeKraken's FurySparring Gloves
DianaDiana77%23%Thief's Gloves
Miss FortuneMiss Fortune85%0%—
Bel'VethBel'Veth 3★50%46%Thief's Gloves
JaxJax Carry 3★46%50%CrownguardGargoyle StoneplateGargoyle Stoneplate
AkaliAkali65%35%—
JinxJinx Carry 3★35%65%DeathbladeRed BuffSpear of Shojin
AatroxAatrox73%8%—

Challenger Jax traits

The board activates Challenger, N.O.V.A., and Marauder. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.

Challenger Jax game plan

2-cost reroll
  1. Early

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

  2. Mid

    Slow roll at level 6 above 50 gold until Jinx, Jax, and Bel'Veth hit 3 stars, then level up to finish the board.

  3. Items

    Build Crownguard, Gargoyle Stoneplate, and Gargoyle Stoneplate on Jax.

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Challenger Jax FAQ – TFT Set 17

Is Challenger Jax good in TFT Set 17?

Challenger Jax is a 2-cost reroll comp rated C tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 50.9% of the time with an average place of 4.35 across 26 ranked games. That average place beats 50% of the 49 8-unit boards we track this patch. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.

Who are the carries in Challenger Jax?

The damage in Challenger Jax comes from Jax, Jinx, and Kindred. Jax is the main carry and should get your first completed items.

What items does Jax need in Challenger Jax?

The best tracked build for Jax in this comp is Crownguard, Gargoyle Stoneplate, and Gargoyle Stoneplate, with a 50.5% top 4 rate over 8 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.

Is Challenger Jax a reroll comp?

Yes. Challenger Jax wants Jinx, Jax, and Bel'Veth at 3 stars, so slow roll at level 6 with gold above 50 until you hit them.

What traits does Challenger Jax use?

Challenger Jax runs Challenger, N.O.V.A., Marauder, Bastion, and Gun Goddess.

Is Challenger Jax contested?

Rarely. Challenger Jax appears in only 0.06% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.