Astral / Bruiser TFT Comp
Strategy Guide
- Win Condition: 2-Cost Reroll - 3-star Lux as your primary carry.
- Reroll Targets: 3-star Lux and Nidalee and Skarner and Varus and Vladimir and Sylas. Roll down at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
- Economy: High Cost comp (114g investment). Save gold early, loss streak for extra gold and first carousel priority.
- Items: No specific BiS items required - slam components for tempo.
- Augment Synergies: Look for Economy augments (Rich Get Richer, Golden Egg), Reroll augments (Three's a Crowd, Pandora's Items), AP damage augments.
- Nidalee
- Skarner
- Vladimir
1 CostReroll Lvl: Level 4
- Lux
2 CostReroll Lvl: Level 6
- Sylas
- Varus
3 CostReroll Lvl: Level 7
- Zoe
5 CostReroll Lvl: Level 10
This is the suggested positioning for the champions in this TFT team comp. Positioning is based on the roles of the units.
Champion | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| - | Win Rate: 75.0% Pick Rate: 26.7% | Win Rate: 81.8% Pick Rate: 73.3% | |
| - | Win Rate: 80.0% Pick Rate: 33.3% | Win Rate: 80.0% Pick Rate: 66.7% | |
| - | Win Rate: 66.7% Pick Rate: 60.0% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 40.0% | |
| - | Win Rate: 0.0% Pick Rate: 6.7% | Win Rate: 85.7% Pick Rate: 93.3% | |
| - | Win Rate: 72.7% Pick Rate: 73.3% | Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 26.7% | |
Win Rate: 100.0% Pick Rate: 6.7% | Win Rate: 60.0% Pick Rate: 33.3% | Win Rate: 88.9% Pick Rate: 60.0% | |
Win Rate: 75.0% Pick Rate: 53.3% | Win Rate: 85.7% Pick Rate: 46.7% | - | |
Win Rate: 60.0% Pick Rate: 33.3% | Win Rate: 90.0% Pick Rate: 66.7% | - |
Top 5 items by win rate for each champion. Nidalee's best item is Infinity Edge with a 70.3% win rate. Skarner's best item is Protector's Vow with a 70.4% win rate. Vladimir's best item is Dragon's Claw with a 67.3% win rate. Lux's best item is Void Staff with a 72.1% win rate. Sylas's best item is Steadfast Heart with a 73.3% win rate. Varus's best item is Infinity Edge with a 78.3% win rate. Zoe's best item is Adaptive Helm with a 80.0% win rate. Aurelion Sol's best item is Void Staff with a 87.9% win rate. Items with low pick rates are excluded.
If contested, consider pivoting to Astral / Bruiser (8 shared units, 2.19 avg place), Astral / Bruiser (7 shared units, 2.75 avg place), and Astral / Bruiser (7 shared units, 2.88 avg place).
Playstyle Analysis
This composition focuses on survivability and scaling, aiming to outlast opponents in extended fights during the late game.
This composition prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. Deals ~145 avg damage per game.
Units in this comp are very durable — units survive significantly longer than average in fights.
Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon usually peaks in stages 5-6, balancing mid-game power with late-game potential. Games typically end around round 35.
This composition has strong "win lobby" potential when it hits its key units and items. Hitting 3-star Lux or Nidalee or Skarner or Varus or Vladimir or Sylas significantly increases your chances of taking first.
Detailed Analysis
Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon is classified as a Late Game Tank composition in TFT Patch 16.2. With a 80.0% win rate and 2.67 average placement, this comp is among the strongest options in the current meta.
Damage Profile: This composition is very defensive — it prioritizes survival and scaling over early aggression. This defensive approach means you may lose some early fights, but you'll have more HP remaining when your comp comes online.
Game Phase Strategy: Focus on economy and leveling to reach your power spike, even if it means taking some early losses.
Stage-by-Stage Guide
Understanding when to level, roll, and transition is crucial for maximizing your success with Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon. This guide breaks down the optimal play pattern for each stage of the game.
Focus on building economy while collecting Lux and Nidalee and Skarner and Varus and Vladimir and Sylas copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Nidalee and Skarner 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 Lux 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 Lux. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Nidalee and Skarner and Varus and Vladimir and Sylas. 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. If you find Zoe, add them for extra power. 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 Lux and Nidalee and Skarner and Varus and Vladimir and Sylas copies. Play your strongest board with any 2-star units you hit naturally. Look for Nidalee and Skarner 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 Lux 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 Lux. Once you 3-star your primary carry, stop rolling and begin leveling. If resources allow, continue rolling for 3-star Nidalee and Skarner and Varus and Vladimir and Sylas. 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 Zoe, add them for extra power. Scout remaining players and position to counter their carries.
Player Damage Analysis
This shows which units survive fights long enough to deal damage to the enemy player in Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon. Units that stay alive longer contribute more player damage — so this reflects both damage output and survivability, helping you identify which units to protect and prioritize.
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: Aurelion Sol contributes 14.8% of total player damage. This unit reliably survives to deal player damage, though other units also contribute meaningfully.
Other Key Survivors: Zoe (13.7%), Sylas (12.7%). 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 Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon
Strengths
- High 80.0% win rate makes this a top-tier composition
- Excellent 2.67 average placement for reliable top 4
- Strong 26.7% first place rate for high-rolling games
- Lux and Nidalee and Skarner and Varus and Vladimir and Sylas 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
Focus on 3-starring Lux for a 85.7% win rate power spike.
Prioritize items for your main carry. Check the Top Items section for optimal builds.
Place Sylas and Skarner in the frontline to protect carries in the backline. Use the positioning board above as a guide.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What traits does this comp use?
This composition uses the following traits: Astral, Bruiser, Spell Thief, Dragon. The primary trait is Astral, which is active on 6 units.
What are the carries of this TFT Comp?
The primary carries for this composition are Lux (3-Star Win Rate: 85.7%, Pick Rate: 93.3%), Nidalee (3-Star Win Rate: 81.8%, Pick Rate: 73.3%), Skarner (3-Star Win Rate: 80.0%, Pick Rate: 66.7%), Varus (3-Star Win Rate: 88.9%, Pick Rate: 60.0%), Vladimir (3-Star Win Rate: 100.0%, Pick Rate: 40.0%), Sylas (3-Star Win Rate: 100.0%, Pick Rate: 26.7%).
What is the best positioning for this composition?
Place your carries in the backline and your tanks like Sylas and Skarner 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 80.00% and an average placement of 2.67, making it a strong contender in the current meta.
What item builds does Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon use?
There are currently no specific item builds recommended for Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon. Focus on building your key carries with high win rate items shown in the Top Items section.
Is Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon contested in TFT Set 16?
Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon is relatively uncontested with only a 0.2% pick rate, making it a good choice when you want to avoid fighting for units. You can often hit your key champions like your carries without much competition.
What is the win condition for Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon?
The win condition for Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon is "2-Cost Reroll". This is a reroll composition that focuses on 3-starring Lux and Nidalee and Skarner and Varus and Vladimir and Sylas as the primary carrys. Focus on 3-starring Lux which has a 85.7% win rate when upgraded.
Should I reroll or level with Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon?
Yes, Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon 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 Lux (85.7% win rate at 3-star) and Nidalee (81.8% win rate at 3-star) and Skarner (80.0% win rate at 3-star) and Varus (88.9% win rate at 3-star) and Vladimir (100.0% win rate at 3-star) and Sylas (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 Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon cost to build?
Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon is a high cost composition requiring approximately 138 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 Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon?
Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon is highly flexible with 4 similar compositions available for pivoting. The best pivot options share key units like Aurelion Sol and Zoe. If you're contested, look at similar compositions that use these same champions with different supporting units.
When should I pivot away from Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon?
You should consider pivoting away from Astral / Bruiser / Spell Thief / Dragon 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 Astral / Bruiser with a 93.6% win rate. Scout your lobby at stage 2-1 and 3-2 to decide. Check the Pivot Suggestions section above for 4 alternative compositions.