Bastion / Bulwark Comp

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Best Bastion / Bulwark comp featuring Teemo in TFT Set 17.

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Set:17
Sample Size:148,134 ranked games
Tier:All Tiers
Last Updated:
6.25
Avg Place
0.00%
First Place
8.33%
Top 4 Rate
0.07%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 6.25 placement with a 8.3% top 4 rate and a 0.0% first place rate across 148,134 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Bastion / Bulwark builds: Ornn with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (100.00% WR, +91.67% difference); Samira with Kayle's Exaltation, Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer (100.00% WR, +91.67% difference); Nami with Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Spear of Shojin (50.00% WR, +41.67% difference)
High Contested Risk
This comp has High contested risk and is often contested and may require backup plans. The most contested units are Shen, Rammus, Nami due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.
Teemo and Nasus are 1-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 4. Gwen is a 2-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 6. Samira and Ornn are 3-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 7. Rammus and Nami are 4-cost units with an optimal reroll level of 10. Shen is a 5-cost unit with an optimal reroll level of 10.
    • Teemo
      Teemo
    • Nasus
      Nasus
    Gold cost icon1 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 4

    • Gwen
      Gwen
    Gold cost icon2 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 6

    • Samira
      Samira
    • Ornn
      Ornn
    Gold cost icon3 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 7

    • Rammus
      Rammus
    • Nami
      Nami
    Gold cost icon4 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

    • Shen
      Shen
    Gold cost icon5 Cost

    Reroll Lvl: Level 10

Strategy Guide

Vertical Space Groove
Highly Contested
Flexible Start
Hold For BiS Items
Moderate Flexibility
Win Condition
Vertical Space Groove - maximize Space Groove trait for synergy bonuses.
Economy
Medium Cost comp (69g investment). Play strongest board, pivot based on items and units hit.
Contest Warning
Highly Contested - 3 pivot options available.
Items
Best-in-slot items add +91.7% win rate - hold components.
Carousel Priority
Giant's Belt and B.F. Sword.
Augment Synergies
Look for AD damage augments, Space Groove trait augments.
Upgrade priority guide showing win rates and pick rates for Nasus, Teemo, Gwen, Ornn, Samira, Nami, Rammus, Shen 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. Nami has the highest 2-star win rate at 20.0%.
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Nasus's best item is Bloodthirster with a 75.0% win rate. Teemo's best item is Nashor's Tooth with a 66.7% win rate. Gwen's best item is Thief's Gloves with a 47.6% win rate. Ornn's best item is Spirit Visage with a 64.9% win rate. Samira's best item is Blue Buff with a 76.9% win rate. Nami's best item is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 100.0% win rate. Rammus's best item is Crownguard with a 84.6% win rate. Shen's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 100.0% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.

Stage-by-Stage Guide

Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Bastion / Bulwark. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.

Stage 2Early Game
Level to 4
Win streak if strong
Build early board

Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Teemo and Nasus are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.

Stage 3Transition
Level to 6 at 3-2
Roll to stabilize if low HP
Start collecting core units

At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Teemo, Nasus, Gwen.

Stage 4Power Spike
Level to 7 at 4-1
Roll for 2-star core units
Push to 8 at 4-5/5-1

At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Samira, Ornn, Rammus. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Rammus and Nami. This is when the comp reaches full power.

Stage 5+Late Game
Push to level 9 if healthy
Find final upgrades
Position against remaining players

Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Shen to complete your board.Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning to counter their carries.

Economy Summary
69gTotal Cost
MediumInvestment

Maintain interest thresholds when possible, and avoid panic rolling unless your HP is critically low.

Full Written Guide

Stage 2: Early Game

Build the strongest board possible with your available units. Teemo and Nasus are good early game options. Level to 4 at Stage 2-1 or 2-2. Win streak if strong, or loss streak cleanly if weak.

Stage 3: Transition

At Stage 3-2, level to 6 and roll down to stabilize if your board is weak (below 70 HP). Otherwise, save gold and level to 7 at Stage 4-1. Start collecting your key units: Teemo, Nasus, Gwen.

Stage 4: Power Spike

At Stage 4-1, level to 7 and roll for your core 2-stars. Look for Samira, Ornn, Rammus. At Stage 4-5 or 5-1, push to level 8 and roll for 2-star Rammus and Nami. This is when the comp reaches full power.

Stage 5+: Late Game

Look to push to level 9 if you have gold and HP remaining. At level 9, search for Shen to complete your board.Scout the remaining players and adjust positioning 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
Shen
Shen Key Survivor
15.5%
#2
Rammus
Rammus Contributor
14.0%
#3
Nami
Nami Contributor
13.5%
#4
Samira
Samira Contributor
11.9%
#5
Ornn
Ornn Contributor
11.8%
#6
Teemo
Teemo Contributor
11.4%
#7
Gwen
Gwen Contributor
11.1%
#8
Nasus
Nasus Contributor
10.8%

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:: Shen contributes 15.5% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.

Other Key Survivors:: Rammus (14.0%), Nami (13.5%). 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 Bastion / Bulwark

Bastion / Bulwark is a BRONZE tier composition in TFT Set 17 with a 8.3% win rate and 6.25 average placement. The primary carries are Teemo. This comp focuses on the Space Groove trait.

Strengths

  • Strong trait synergies across multiple activated traits
  • Balanced composition with clear win conditions

Weaknesses

  • Below average 8.3% win rate requires optimal execution
  • Higher 6.25 average placement indicates inconsistency
  • Relies on 2-star carries without strong 3-star options

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Level efficiently to find your Teemo at higher levels.

2

Itemization

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

3

Positioning

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

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F Bastion / Bulwark TFT Comp - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits does this comp use?

This composition uses the following traits: Bastion, Bulwark. The primary trait is Space Groove, which is active on 6 units.

What are the carries of this TFT Comp?

The primary carries for this composition are Teemo.

What is the best positioning for this composition?

Place your carries like Teemo in the backline and your tanks like Rammus and Ornn 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 8.33% and an average placement of 6.25, making it a strong contender in the current meta.

What item builds does Bastion / Bulwark use?

Bastion / Bulwark performs best with these item builds: Ornn with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (100.00% win rate, +91.67% difference from comp average); Samira with Kayle's Exaltation, Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer (100.00% win rate, +91.67% difference from comp average); Nami with Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Spear of Shojin (50.00% win rate, +41.67% difference from comp average).

Is Bastion / Bulwark contested in TFT Set 17?

Bastion / Bulwark 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 Teemo without much competition.

What is the win condition for Bastion / Bulwark?

The win condition for Bastion / Bulwark is "Vertical Space Groove". This composition focuses on maximizing the Space Groove trait with 6 units, providing strong synergy bonuses. Position your carries Teemo safely and itemize them properly for maximum damage output.

Should I reroll or level with Bastion / Bulwark?

No, Bastion / Bulwark is not a reroll composition. Instead, focus on leveling efficiently to find your key units at higher levels. Stabilize at level 8 with 2-star units before pushing to level 9.

How much gold does Bastion / Bulwark cost to build?

Bastion / Bulwark is a medium cost composition requiring approximately 69 gold investment to complete. Balance your economy between leveling and rolling. Maintain interest thresholds while staying healthy on HP.

What are the best pivot options for Bastion / Bulwark?

Bastion / Bulwark is moderately flexible with 3 pivot options available. The best pivot options share key units like Shen and Rammus. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.

When should I pivot away from Bastion / Bulwark?

You should consider pivoting away from Bastion / Bulwark 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 Replicator / Rogue with a 79.4% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 3 alternative compositions.