Challenger / Primordian Comp
TFT Comp
Best Challenger / Primordian comp featuring Kindred in TFT Set 17.
This comp averages a 3.00 placement with a 90.9% top 4 rate and a 27.3% first place rate across 82,208 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.
- Rek'Sai
- Briar
1 CostReroll Lvl: Level 4
- Jinx
- Bel'Veth
- Akali
2 CostReroll Lvl: Level 6
- Rhaast
- Maokai
- Diana
3 CostReroll Lvl: Level 7
- Kindred
4 CostReroll Lvl: Level 10
Strategy Guide
Stage-by-Stage Guide
Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.
Focus on building economy while collecting Rek'Sai and Bel'Veth and Briar and Jinx and Akali copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Rek'Sai and Briar as early game frontline. Aim to have 30-40 gold by the Stage 2 carousel.
Stage 3 is your key decision point. If you've collected 5+ copies of Rek'Sai 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.
By Stage 4, you should be close to or have already hit your 3-star Rek'Sai. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Bel'Veth and Briar and Jinx and Akali. Transition to leveling at Stage 4-5 or 5-1.
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. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.
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 Rek'Sai and Bel'Veth and Briar and Jinx and Akali copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Rek'Sai and Briar 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 Rek'Sai 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 Rek'Sai. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Bel'Veth and Briar and Jinx and Akali. 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. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.
Player Damage Analysis
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:: Rhaast contributes 12.7% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.
Other Key Survivors:: Kindred (12.4%), Maokai (11.6%). 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 N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger
Strengths
- High 90.9% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
- Excellent 3.00 average placement for reliable top 4
- Strong 27.3% first place rate for high-rolling games
- Rek'Sai and Bel'Veth and Briar and Jinx and Akali can be 3-starred for power spikes
Weaknesses
- Requires specific items on carries to maximize potential
- Can struggle if key units are contested
Strategic Tips
Economy Strategy
Focus on 3-starring Rek'Sai for a 90.9% win rate power spike.
Itemization
Prioritize items for Kindred and Jinx. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
Positioning
Place Rhaast and Maokai in the frontline to protect Kindred and Jinx in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.
Help us maintain accuracy! If you notice incorrect stats, missing data, or any issues, your feedback directly improves the quality of our data for the entire community.
S N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions
What traits does this comp use?
This composition uses the following traits: N.O.V.A., Brawler, Marauder, Primordian, Redeemer, Challenger. The primary trait is Challenger, which is active on 4 units.
What are the carries of this TFT Comp?
The primary carries for this composition are Rek'Sai (3-Star Win Rate: 90.9%, Pick Rate: 100.0%), Bel'Veth (3-Star Win Rate: 100.0%, Pick Rate: 90.9%), Briar (3-Star Win Rate: 85.7%, Pick Rate: 63.6%), Jinx (3-Star Win Rate: 100.0%, Pick Rate: 54.5%), Akali (3-Star Win Rate: 100.0%, Pick Rate: 45.5%).
What is the best positioning for this composition?
Place your carries like Kindred and Jinx in the backline and your tanks like Rhaast and Maokai 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 90.91% and an average placement of 3.00, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger use?
N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger performs best with these item builds: Bel'Veth with Bloodthirster, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Titan's Resolve (100.00% win rate, +9.09% difference from comp average); Maokai with Radiant Ionic Spark, Radiant Sterak's Gage, Steadfast Heart (100.00% win rate, +9.09% difference from comp average); Rek'Sai with Leaky Prototype, Tactician's Crown, Protector's Vow (100.00% win rate, +9.09% difference from comp average).
Is N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger contested in TFT Set 17?
N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger 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 Kindred and Jinx without much competition.
What is the win condition for N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger?
The win condition for N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Rek'Sai and Bel'Veth and Briar and Jinx and Akali as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Rek'Sai which has a 90.9% win rate when upgraded.
Should I reroll or level with N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger?
Yes, N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger 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 Rek'Sai (90.9% win rate at 3-star) and Bel'Veth (100.0% win rate at 3-star) and Briar (85.7% win rate at 3-star) and Jinx (100.0% win rate at 3-star) and Akali (100.0% 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 N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger cost to build?
N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger is a high cost composition requiring approximately 111 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 N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger?
N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Kindred and Rhaast. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.
When should I pivot away from N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger?
You should consider pivoting away from N.O.V.A. / Brawler / Marauder / Primordian / Redeemer / Challenger 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 Challenger / Rogue with a 92.0% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.