Space Groove / Sniper / Vanguard Comp

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Best Space Groove / Sniper / Vanguard comp featuring Jhin in TFT Set 17.

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Champions:
Nasus - 1-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Nasus
Samira - 3-cost TFT Set 17 champion★★★
Samira
Ornn - 3-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Ornn
Nami - 4-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Nami
Jhin - 5-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Jhin
Blitzcrank - 5-cost TFT Set 17 champion
Blitzcrank
Traits:
Space Groove trait icon - TFT Set 17Space Groove (5)Sniper trait icon - TFT Set 17Sniper (2)Vanguard trait icon - TFT Set 17Vanguard (2)Party Animal trait icon - TFT Set 17Party Animal (1)Eradicator trait icon - TFT Set 17Eradicator (1)
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Set:17
Sample Size:148,134 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:
1.92
Avg Place
50.00%
First Place
91.67%
Top 4 Rate
0.10%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 1.92 placement with a 91.7% top 4 rate and a 50.0% first place rate across 148,134 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator builds: Jhin with Deathblade, Edge of Night, Giant Slayer (100.00% WR, +8.33% difference); Nami with Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Morellonomicon (100.00% WR, +8.33% difference); Ornn with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Steadfast Heart, Spirit Visage (100.00% WR, +8.33% difference)
Jhin
Jhin
DeathbladeDeathbladeEdge of NightEdge of NightGiant SlayerGiant Slayer
100.00%
Win Rate
+8.33%
Difference
Nami
Nami
Jeweled GauntletJeweled GauntletNashor's ToothNashor's ToothMorellonomiconMorellonomicon
100.00%
Win Rate
+8.33%
Difference
Ornn
Ornn
Gargoyle StoneplateGargoyle StoneplateSteadfast HeartSteadfast HeartSpirit VisageSpirit Visage
100.00%
Win Rate
+8.33%
Difference
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 Jhin, Blitzcrank, Nami due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.

Top Contested Units

Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
Severe Contested Risk
Jhin
Jhin
High Contested Risk
Ornn
Ornn
Low Contested Risk
Nasus
Nasus
Low Contested Risk
Nami
Nami
Low Contested Risk
Nasus is a 1-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 4. Samira and Ornn are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Nami is a 4-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10. Jhin and Blitzcrank are 5-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Nasus
      Nasus
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Samira
      Samira
    • Ornn
      Ornn
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Nami
      Nami
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Jhin
      Jhin
    • 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 Nasus.
Reroll Targets
3-star Nasus and Samira. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Economy
Medium Cost comp (63g 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 +8.3% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
B.F. Sword and Chain Vest.
Augment Synergies
Look for Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AD damage augments, Space Groove trait augments.
Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Nasus, Ornn, Samira, Nami, Blitzcrank, Jhin 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: Nasus, Samira (over 25% pick rate at 3-star). Nasus has the highest 2-star win rate at 100.0%.
Nasus
Nasus
100.0%WR
8.3%PR
100.0%WR
50.0%PR
80.0%WR
41.7%PR
Ornn
Ornn
66.7%WR
12.5%PR
93.3%WR
62.5%PR
100.0%WR
25.0%PR
Samira
Samira
N/AWR
N/APR
86.7%WR
62.5%PR
100.0%WR
37.5%PR
Nami
Nami
100.0%WR
8.3%PR
90.9%WR
91.7%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
90.9%WR
91.7%PR
100.0%WR
8.3%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Jhin
Jhin
90.9%WR
91.7%PR
100.0%WR
8.3%PR
N/AWR
N/APR
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Nasus's best item is Bramble Vest with a 59.9% win rate. Ornn's best item is Bramble Vest with a 55.1% win rate. Samira's best item is Giant Slayer with a 55.3% win rate. Nami's best item is Void Staff with a 65.6% win rate. Blitzcrank's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 70.2% win rate. Jhin's best item is Striker's Flail with a 73.4% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
Nasus
Nasus
Bramble Vest59.9%Gargoyle Stoneplate58.4%Spirit Visage57.6%
Ornn
Ornn
Bramble Vest55.1%Protector's Vow54.2%Dragon's Claw53.5%
Samira
Samira
Giant Slayer55.3%Last Whisper54.5%Spear of Shojin53.4%
Nami
Nami
Void Staff65.6%Morellonomicon63.2%Spear of Shojin60.1%
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
Thief's Gloves70.2%Hand Of Justice69.5%Rabadon's Deathcap68.4%
Jhin
Jhin
Striker's Flail73.4%Red Buff71.5%Giant Slayer71.2%
If contested, consider pivoting to Party Animal / Sniper (5 shared units, 2.96 avg place), Sniper / Bastion (5 shared units, 3.25 avg place), and Party Animal / Bastion (5 shared units, 3.67 avg place).
Party Animal / Sniper
2.96 Avg83.4% WR
Shared (5)
Ornn
Ornn
Ornn
Ornn
Samira
Samira
Samira
Samira
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
New (3)
Jax
Jax
Nunu & Willump
Nunu & Willump
Xayah
Xayah
Sniper / Bastion
3.25 Avg76.2% WR
Shared (5)
Nasus
Nasus
Ornn
Ornn
Ornn
Ornn
Samira
Samira
Samira
Samira
New (3)
Jax
Jax
Nunu & Willump
Nunu & Willump
Xayah
Xayah
Party Animal / Bastion
3.67 Avg68.2% WR
Shared (5)
Nasus
Nasus
Ornn
Ornn
Samira
Samira
Nami
Nami
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank
New (3)
Teemo
Teemo
Gwen
Gwen
Rammus
Rammus

Stage-by-Stage Guide

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

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

Focus on building economy while collecting Nasus and Samira copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for 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 Nasus 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 Nasus. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Samira. 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 Jhin or 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 Nasus and Samira copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for 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 Nasus 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 Nasus. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Samira. 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 Jhin or 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
Jhin
Jhin Key Survivor
19.0%
#2
Blitzcrank
Blitzcrank Key Survivor
18.3%
#3
Nami
Nami Key Survivor
16.8%
#4
Samira
Samira Key Survivor
15.7%
#5
Ornn
Ornn Key Survivor
15.2%
#6
Nasus
Nasus Key Survivor
15.1%

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:: Jhin contributes 19.0% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.

Other Key Survivors:: Blitzcrank (18.3%), Nami (16.8%). 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 Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator

Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator is a PLATINUM tier composition in TFT Set 17 with a 91.7% win rate and 1.92 average placement. The primary carries are Jhin. This comp focuses on the Space Groove trait.

Strengths

  • High 91.7% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
  • Excellent 1.92 average placement for reliable top 4
  • Strong 50.0% first place rate for high-rolling games
  • Nasus and Samira 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 Nasus for a 80.0% win rate power spike.

2

Itemization

Prioritize items for Jhin. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.

3

Positioning

Place Ornn and Nasus in the frontline to protect Jhin in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.

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A Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Sniper, Vanguard, Space Groove, Party Animal, Eradicator. The primary trait is Space Groove, which is active on 5 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Nasus (3-Star Win Rate: 80.0%, Pick Rate: 41.7%), Samira (3-Star Win Rate: 100.0%, Pick Rate: 37.5%).

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Jhin in the backline and your tanks like Ornn and Nasus 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 91.67% and an average placement of 1.92, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator use?

Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator performs best with these item builds: Jhin with Deathblade, Edge of Night, Giant Slayer (100.00% win rate, +8.33% difference from comp average); Nami with Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Morellonomicon (100.00% win rate, +8.33% difference from comp average); Ornn with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Steadfast Heart, Spirit Visage (100.00% win rate, +8.33% difference from comp average).

Is Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator contested in TFT Set 17?

Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator 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 Jhin without much competition.

What is the win condition for Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator?

The win condition for Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator is "1-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Nasus and Samira as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Nasus which has a 80.0% win rate when upgraded.

Should I reroll or level with Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator?

Yes, Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator 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 Nasus (80.0% win rate at 3-star) and Samira (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 Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator cost to build?

Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator 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 Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator?

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

When should I pivot away from Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator?

You should consider pivoting away from Sniper / Vanguard / Space Groove / Party Animal / Eradicator 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 Party Animal / Sniper with a 83.4% 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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