Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter Comp

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Best Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter comp featuring LeBlanc in TFT Set 17.

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Champions:
Teemo - 1-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Teemo
Nasus - 1-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Nasus
Leona - 1-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Leona
Zoe - 2-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Zoe
Mordekaiser - 2-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Mordekaiser
Illaoi - 3-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Illaoi
Nunu & Willump - 4-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Nunu & Willump
LeBlanc - 4-cost TFT Set 17 champion
LeBlanc
Blitzcrank - 5-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Blitzcrank
Traits:
Vanguard trait icon - TFT Set 17Vanguard (6)Space Groove trait icon - TFT Set 17Space Groove (3)Shepherd trait icon - TFT Set 17Shepherd (3)Arbiter trait icon - TFT Set 17Arbiter (3)Conduit trait icon - TFT Set 17Conduit (2)Party Animal trait icon - TFT Set 17Party Animal (1)
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Set:17
Sample Size:676,359 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:
2.25
Avg Place
38.41%
First Place
92.72%
Top 4 Rate
0.46%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 2.25 placement with a 92.7% top 4 rate and a 38.4% first place rate across 676,359 ranked games. A 0.5% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal builds: Teemo with Archangel's Staff, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Giant Slayer (100.00% WR, +7.28% difference); Leona with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmog's Armor (95.08% WR, +2.37% difference)
Teemo
Teemo
Archangel's StaffArchangel's StaffGuinsoo's RagebladeGuinsoo's RagebladeGiant SlayerGiant Slayer
100.00%
Win Rate
+7.28%
Difference
Leona
Leona
Gargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateWarmog's ArmorWarmog's Armor
95.08%
Win Rate
+2.37%
Difference
High Contested Risk
This comp has High contested risk and is often contested and may require backup plans. The most contested units are Blitzcrank, Nunu & Willump, LeBlanc due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.

Top Contested Units

Mordekaiser
Mordekaiser
Severe Contested Risk
Illaoi
Illaoi
Severe Contested Risk
Nunu & Willump
Nunu & Willump
Severe Contested Risk
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
Moderate Contested Risk
Leona
Leona
Moderate Contested Risk
Teemo, Nasus and Leona are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Zoe and Mordekaiser are 2-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 6. Illaoi is a 3-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 7. Nunu & Willump and LeBlanc are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Blitzcrank is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Teemo
      Teemo
    • Nasus
      Nasus
    • Leona
      Leona
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Zoe
      Zoe
    • Mordekaiser
      Mordekaiser
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Illaoi
      Illaoi
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Nunu & Willump
      Nunu & Willump
    • LeBlanc
      LeBlanc
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Blitzcrank
      Blitzcrank
    Gold cost icon5 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

1-Cost Reroll
Highly Contested
Loss Streak
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Reroll Lvl 5
Win Condition
1-Cost Reroll - 3-star as your primary carry Leona.
Reroll Targets
3-star Leona and Teemo and Nasus. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Economy
High Cost comp (87g investment). Save gold early, loss streak for extra gold and first carousel priority.
Contest Warning
Highly Contested - 3 pivot options available.
Items
Best-in-slot items add +7.3% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
Needlessly Large Rod 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 TFT17_Summon, Leona, Nasus, Teemo, Mordekaiser, Zoe, Illaoi, LeBlanc, Nunu & Willump, Blitzcrank 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: Leona, Nasus, Teemo (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Blitzcrank has the highest 2-star win rate at 100.0%.
TFT17_Summon
TFT17_Summon
92.7%WR
100.0%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
N/AWR
N/APR
Leona
Leona
N/AWR
N/APR
75.0%WR
7.9%PR
94.2%WR
92.1%PR
Nasus
Nasus
N/AWR
N/APR
85.4%WR
27.2%PR
95.5%WR
72.8%PR
Teemo
Teemo
100.0%WR
1.3%PR
83.3%WR
7.9%PR
93.4%WR
90.7%PR
Mordekaiser
Mordekaiser
100.0%WR
5.3%PR
91.7%WR
87.4%PR
100.0%WR
7.3%PR
Zoe
Zoe
100.0%WR
4.0%PR
93.2%WR
77.5%PR
89.3%WR
18.5%PR
Illaoi
Illaoi
100.0%WR
4.6%PR
92.2%WR
93.4%PR
100.0%WR
2.0%PR
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
92.3%WR
17.2%PR
92.7%WR
82.1%PR
100.0%WR
0.7%PR
Nunu & Willump
Nunu & Willump
90.6%WR
35.1%PR
93.9%WR
64.9%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
89.1%WR
66.9%PR
100.0%WR
33.1%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Leona's best item is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 52.7% win rate. Nasus's best item is Warmog's Armor with a 64.2% win rate. Teemo's best item is Hextech Gunblade with a 58.8% win rate. Mordekaiser's best item is Bramble Vest with a 61.4% win rate. Zoe's best item is Morellonomicon with a 64.3% win rate. Illaoi's best item is Protector's Vow with a 62.9% win rate. LeBlanc's best item is Archangel's Staff with a 62.6% win rate. Nunu & Willump's best item is Adaptive Helm with a 64.6% win rate. Blitzcrank's best item is Giant Slayer with a 90.0% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
Leona
Leona
Gargoyle Stoneplate52.7%Steadfast Heart50.8%Warmog's Armor49.2%
Nasus
Nasus
Warmog's Armor64.2%Bramble Vest63.4%Spirit Visage58.5%
Teemo
Teemo
Hextech Gunblade58.8%Void Staff58.3%Archangel's Staff57.3%
Mordekaiser
Mordekaiser
Bramble Vest61.4%Dragon's Claw58.5%Steadfast Heart57.8%
Zoe
Zoe
Morellonomicon64.3%Adaptive Helm63.6%Hextech Gunblade61.0%
Illaoi
Illaoi
Protector's Vow62.9%Steadfast Heart61.1%Dragon's Claw61.0%
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
Archangel's Staff62.6%Giant Slayer59.5%Guinsoo's Rageblade57.8%
Nunu & Willump
Nunu & Willump
Adaptive Helm64.6%Protector's Vow64.5%Crownguard63.3%
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
Giant Slayer90.0%Rabadon's Deathcap84.1%Warmog's Armor82.8%
If contested, consider pivoting to Arbiter / Replicator (6 shared units, 3.95 avg place), Arbiter / Dark Star (6 shared units, 4.85 avg place), and Arbiter / Dark Star (6 shared units, 5.57 avg place).
Arbiter / Replicator
3.95 Avg63.4% WR
Shared (6)
Leona
Leona
Nasus
Nasus
Teemo
Teemo
Mordekaiser
Mordekaiser
Zoe
Zoe
New (2)
Lissandra
Lissandra
Nami
Nami
Arbiter / Dark Star
4.85 Avg42.5% WR
Shared (6)
Leona
Leona
Mordekaiser
Mordekaiser
Zoe
Zoe
Illaoi
Illaoi
LeBlanc
LeBlanc
New (2)
Meepsie
Meepsie
Karma
Karma
Arbiter / Dark Star
5.57 Avg24.8% WR
Shared (6)
Leona
Leona
Nasus
Nasus
Teemo
Teemo
Mordekaiser
Mordekaiser
Zoe
Zoe
New (1)
Lissandra
Lissandra

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

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

Focus on building economy while collecting Leona and Teemo and Nasus copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Teemo and Nasus 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 Leona 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 Leona. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Teemo and Nasus. 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 Blitzcrank, add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
87gTotal 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 Leona and Teemo and Nasus copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Teemo and Nasus 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 Leona 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 Leona. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Teemo and Nasus. 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 Blitzcrank, 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
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank Contributor
13.6%
#2
Nunu & Willump
Nunu & Willump Contributor
11.8%
#3
Mordekaiser
Mordekaiser Contributor
11.1%
#4
LeBlanc
LeBlanc Contributor
11.0%
#5
Teemo
Teemo Contributor
10.9%
#6
Illaoi
Illaoi Contributor
10.8%
#7
Nasus
Nasus Contributor
10.6%
#8
Zoe
Zoe Contributor
10.3%
#9
Leona
Leona Contributor
10.0%

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:: Blitzcrank contributes 13.6% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.

Other Key Survivors:: Nunu & Willump (11.8%), Mordekaiser (11.1%). 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 Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal

Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal is a SILVER tier composition in TFT Set 17 with a 92.7% win rate and 2.25 average placement. The primary carries are LeBlanc and Teemo. This comp focuses on the Vanguard trait.

Strengths

  • High 92.7% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
  • Excellent 2.25 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Strong 38.4% first place rate for high-rolling games
  • Leona and Teemo and Nasus 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

1

Economy Strategy

Focus on 3-starring Leona for a 94.2% win rate power spike.

2

Itemization

Prioritize items for LeBlanc and Teemo. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.

3

Positioning

Place Nunu & Willump and Illaoi in the frontline to protect LeBlanc and Teemo in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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A Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Conduit, Vanguard, Space Groove, Shepherd, Arbiter, Party Animal. The primary trait is Vanguard, which is active on 6 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Leona (3-Star Win Rate: 94.2%, Pick Rate: 92.1%), Teemo (3-Star Win Rate: 93.4%, Pick Rate: 90.7%), Nasus (3-Star Win Rate: 95.5%, Pick Rate: 72.8%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like LeBlanc and Teemo in the backline and your tanks like Nunu & Willump and Illaoi 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 92.72% and an average placement of 2.25, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal use?

Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal performs best with these item builds: Teemo with Archangel's Staff, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Giant Slayer (100.00% win rate, +7.28% difference from comp average); Leona with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmog's Armor (95.08% win rate, +2.37% difference from comp average).

Is Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal contested in TFT Set 17?

Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal is relatively uncontested with only a 0.5% pick rate, making it a good choice when you want to avoid fighting for units. You can often hit your key champions like LeBlanc and Teemo without much competition.

What is the win condition for Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal?

The win condition for Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Leona and Teemo and Nasus as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Leona which has a 94.2% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal?

Yes, Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal 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 Leona (94.2% win rate at 3-star) and Teemo (93.4% win rate at 3-star) and Nasus (95.5% 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 Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal cost to build?

Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal is a high cost composition requiring approximately 87 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 Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal?

Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Blitzcrank and Nunu & Willump. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal?

You should consider pivoting away from Conduit / Vanguard / Space Groove / Shepherd / Arbiter / Party Animal 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 Arbiter / Replicator with a 63.4% 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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