Top First Place Rate TFT Team Compositions

This table highlights TFT team compositions with the highest first place rates, perfect for players looking to maximize their chances of winning games. Top 9-champion Set 16 compositions: Star Forger (89.6% WR, 2.3 avg), Riftscourge (76.5% WR, 2.9 avg), Riftscourge (81.9% WR, 2.7 avg). Star Forger/Defender leads with 89.62% win rate and 2.31 average placement. Riftscourge follows at 76.53% win rate. Analyzing 47 9-comp compositions with real-time performance statistics.

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Primary	Champions	Builds	Traits	Avg	Win	First	Pick
Defender Juggernaut	★★ Vi ★★ Renekton ★★ Seraphine ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Azir ★★ Shyvana ★★ Aurelion Sol Sylas	★★	Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Shurima (2)Arcanist (2)Star Forger (1)Emperor (1)Dragonborn (1)Chainbreaker (1)Targon (1)	2.31 Avg Place	89.62% Win Rate	40.86% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Shyvana ★★ Baron Nashor	★★	Void (9)Juggernaut (2)Longshot (2)Riftscourge (1)Assimilator (1)Dragonborn (1)	2.86 Avg Place	76.53% Win Rate	35.02% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Volibear ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ ★★	Void (9)Bruiser (2)Longshot (2)Riftscourge (1)Assimilator (1)	2.73 Avg Place	81.87% Win Rate	34.46% First Place	0.31% Pick Rate	View
Arcanist	★★ Neeko ★★ Lux ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Annie ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Shyvana ★★ Sylas	★★ ★★	Arcanist (6)Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Dark Child (1)Harvester (1)Dragonborn (1)Chainbreaker (1)Targon (1)	2.98 Avg Place	77.21% Win Rate	33.46% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Invoker	★★ Anivia ★★ Ashe ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra ★★ Ornn ★★ Volibear ★★ Zilean	★★ ★★	Freljord (7)Invoker (4)Bruiser (2)Warden (2)Blacksmith (1)Chronokeeper (1)	2.72 Avg Place	83.13% Win Rate	33.08% First Place	0.20% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Zaun	★★ Ashe ★★ Vi ★★★ Jinx ★★ Loris ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Taric ★★ Warwick Lucian & Senna	★★★ ★★	Freljord (3)Zaun (3)Defender (2)Gunslinger (2)Piltover (2)Quickstriker (2)Warden (2)Soulbound (1)Targon (1)	2.32 Avg Place	90.36% Win Rate	32.40% First Place	0.14% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Wukong ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ ★★	Void (9)Bruiser (2)Longshot (2)Riftscourge (1)Assimilator (1)	2.99 Avg Place	79.48% Win Rate	32.08% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Arcanist Defender	★★ Neeko ★★ Garen ★★ Lux ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Annie ★★ Shyvana ★★ Sylas	★★	Arcanist (6)Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Dark Child (1)Dragonborn (1)Chainbreaker (1)Targon (1)	3.14 Avg Place	74.28% Win Rate	29.42% First Place	0.12% Pick Rate	View
Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath ★★ Rek'Sai ★★ Malzahar ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Swain ★★ Baron Nashor	★★ ★★	Void (9)Juggernaut (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)Riftscourge (1)Assimilator (1)	3.06 Avg Place	76.36% Win Rate	28.46% First Place	0.13% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Draven ★★ Ambessa ★★ Skarner ★★ Swain ★★ Taric ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Kindred ★★ Lucian & Senna ★★ Shyvana	★★ ★★	Noxus (3)Juggernaut (2)Quickstriker (2)Vanquisher (2)Harvester (1)Eternal (1)Dragonborn (1)Soulbound (1)Targon (1)	2.94 Avg Place	78.93% Win Rate	28.37% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Targon	★★ Neeko ★★ Vi ★★ Diana ★★ Seraphine ★★ Swain ★★ Taric Azir Shyvana ★★ Aurelion Sol	★★ ★★	Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Star Forger (1)Emperor (1)Dragonborn (1)Targon (1)	3.31 Avg Place	69.28% Win Rate	28.05% First Place	0.11% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Lulu ★★ Rumble ★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar ★★ Volibear ★★ Ziggs	★★ ★★	Yordle (8)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)	2.90 Avg Place	81.71% Win Rate	27.62% First Place	0.26% Pick Rate	View
Invoker	★★ Anivia ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra ★★ Taric Ornn ★★ Volibear ★★ Zilean	★★ ★★	Invoker (4)Bruiser (2)Warden (2)Blacksmith (1)Chronokeeper (1)Targon (1)	2.97 Avg Place	79.42% Win Rate	27.56% First Place	0.48% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser Ionia	★★★ Illaoi ★★★ Shen ★★★ Aphelios ★★★ Bard ★★★ Sion ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong Sett Volibear	★★★ ★★★	Bruiser (6)Ionia (3)Caretaker (1)Targon (1)The Boss (1)	2.51 Avg Place	92.57% Win Rate	26.77% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)	2.88 Avg Place	82.23% Win Rate	26.56% First Place	0.10% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser Freljord	★★ Shen ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Lissandra ★★ Taric ★★ Wukong Volibear ★★ Ryze	★★	Bruiser (4)Freljord (3)Ionia (3)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Yordle (2)Rune Mage (1)Targon (1)	3.18 Avg Place	73.72% Win Rate	25.56% First Place	0.31% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Rumble ★★ Poppy ★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Swain ★★ Veigar ★★ Ziggs	★★ ★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)	3.19 Avg Place	75.10% Win Rate	25.03% First Place	0.14% Pick Rate	View
Bilgewater	★★ Nautilus ★★ Miss Fortune ★★ Taric ★★ Wukong ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Lucian & Senna Ornn ★★ Shyvana ★★ Tahm Kench	★★ ★★	Bilgewater (3)Bruiser (2)Gunslinger (2)Juggernaut (2)Warden (2)Blacksmith (1)Glutton (1)Harvester (1)Dragonborn (1)Soulbound (1)Targon (1)	3.10 Avg Place	77.75% Win Rate	24.88% First Place	0.19% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Neeko ★★ Sion ★★★ Darius ★★★ Draven ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★★ LeBlanc ★★ Swain Kindred	★★★ ★★★	Noxus (5)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Quickstriker (2)Arcanist (2)Eternal (1)	2.86 Avg Place	84.57% Win Rate	23.97% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★★ ★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)	3.34 Avg Place	73.08% Win Rate	23.90% First Place	0.45% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz Ziggs	-	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Longshot (2)	3.26 Avg Place	74.39% Win Rate	23.64% First Place	0.24% Pick Rate	View
Freljord Invoker	★★ Anivia ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Sejuani ★★ Braum ★★ Lissandra Ornn ★★ Volibear ★★ Zilean	★★ ★★	Freljord (5)Invoker (4)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Warden (2)Yordle (2)Blacksmith (1)Chronokeeper (1)	3.13 Avg Place	77.24% Win Rate	23.54% First Place	0.10% Pick Rate	View
Targon	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Neeko ★★ Vi ★★★ Leona ★★★ Malzahar ★★★ Zoe ★★ Seraphine ★★ Taric Ryze	★★★ ★★★	Defender (2)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Arcanist (2)Void (2)Rune Mage (1)Targon (1)	2.23 Avg Place	95.74% Win Rate	23.40% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Zaun	★★ Dr. Mundo ★★ Jinx ★★ Singed ★★ Warwick ★★ Wukong ★★ Kindred ★★ Lucian & Senna Shyvana ★★ Ziggs	★★ ★★	Zaun (5)Bruiser (2)Gunslinger (2)Juggernaut (2)Quickstriker (2)Eternal (1)Dragonborn (1)Soulbound (1)	2.83 Avg Place	84.34% Win Rate	22.94% First Place	0.27% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★ Lulu ★★ Rumble ★★ Teemo ★★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar ★★ Wukong ★★ Ziggs	★★ ★★	Yordle (8)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)	3.47 Avg Place	70.14% Win Rate	22.92% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ Ambessa ★★ Swain ★★ Fiddlesticks ★★ Kindred ★★ Mel	★★ ★★	Noxus (7)Juggernaut (2)Quickstriker (2)Vanquisher (2)Harvester (1)Eternal (1)	3.17 Avg Place	78.81% Win Rate	22.22% First Place	0.07% Pick Rate	View
Ionia Slayer	★★ Shen ★★ Neeko ★★ Yasuo ★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone Aatrox Sett	★★ ★★	Ionia (7)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Slayer (2)Arcanist (2)World Ender (1)Darkin (1)The Boss (1)	3.05 Avg Place	80.00% Win Rate	21.29% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Warden Shadow Isles	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Ornn ★★ Thresh	★★ ★★	Warden (5)Shadow Isles (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Vanquisher (2)Blacksmith (1)Harvester (1)	3.11 Avg Place	78.99% Win Rate	20.99% First Place	0.99% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)	3.32 Avg Place	70.03% Win Rate	20.50% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)	3.43 Avg Place	71.58% Win Rate	20.00% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	-	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Longshot (2)	3.37 Avg Place	73.91% Win Rate	18.99% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Teemo ★★★ Tristana ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar	★★	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	4.02 Avg Place	57.78% Win Rate	16.92% First Place	0.30% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista Fiddlesticks Ornn ★★ Thresh	★★ ★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (5)Vanquisher (2)Blacksmith (1)Harvester (1)	3.42 Avg Place	71.79% Win Rate	15.06% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Yordle	★★★ Lulu ★★★ Rumble ★★★ Poppy ★★★ Tristana ★★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Fizz ★★ Veigar Ziggs	-	Yordle (8)Defender (2)Arcanist (2)	3.44 Avg Place	74.15% Win Rate	14.51% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Demacia Longshot	★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Poppy ★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Swain ★★ Taric Galio	★★ ★★	Demacia (5)Longshot (3)Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Arcanist (2)Void (2)Heroic (1)Assimilator (1)Targon (1)	3.66 Avg Place	68.32% Win Rate	14.16% First Place	0.50% Pick Rate	View
Ionia Slayer	★★ Shen ★★ Yasuo ★★ Kennen ★★ Bel'Veth ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone ★★ Yunara ★★ Aatrox Sett	★★ ★★	Ionia (7)Slayer (4)Bruiser (2)World Ender (1)The Boss (1)Darkin (1)	3.92 Avg Place	63.78% Win Rate	13.29% First Place	0.10% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Thresh	★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Vanquisher (2)Harvester (1)	3.64 Avg Place	69.33% Win Rate	12.89% First Place	0.13% Pick Rate	View
Shadow Isles Warden	★★ Viego ★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Ornn Thresh	★★ ★★	Shadow Isles (5)Warden (5)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Blacksmith (1)	4.08 Avg Place	60.34% Win Rate	12.07% First Place	0.12% Pick Rate	View
Ionia	★★ Ahri ★★ Kennen ★★ Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Wukong ★★ Yone ★★ Aatrox ★★ Sett Zilean Sylas	★★ ★★	Ionia (5)Bruiser (2)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Slayer (2)Arcanist (2)Yordle (2)World Ender (1)Chronokeeper (1)Darkin (1)Chainbreaker (1)The Boss (1)	3.30 Avg Place	79.32% Win Rate	11.11% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Bruiser Void	★★ Kog'Maw ★★ Cho'Gath Kobuko & Yuumi ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Rift Herald ★★ Swain ★★ Wukong Volibear Ziggs	★★ ★★	Bruiser (4)Void (4)Longshot (3)Juggernaut (2)Arcanist (2)Yordle (2)Assimilator (1)	3.72 Avg Place	68.81% Win Rate	10.61% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Demacia	★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Sona ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Lux ★★ Swain Galio	★★ ★★	Demacia (7)Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Arcanist (2)Heroic (1)	4.51 Avg Place	46.75% Win Rate	10.06% First Place	0.06% Pick Rate	View
Demacia	★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Lux ★★ Swain Galio	★★ ★★	Demacia (7)Defender (2)Juggernaut (2)Longshot (2)Arcanist (2)Heroic (1)Assimilator (1)	4.12 Avg Place	57.49% Win Rate	9.98% First Place	0.09% Pick Rate	View
Noxus	★★ Briar ★★ Sion ★★ Darius ★★ Draven ★★ LeBlanc ★★ Ambessa ★★ Swain Mel	-	Noxus (7)Juggernaut (2)	4.28 Avg Place	55.45% Win Rate	8.35% First Place	0.08% Pick Rate	View
Warden Shadow Isles	★★ Yorick ★★ Gwen ★★ Loris ★★ Nautilus ★★ Braum ★★ Kalista ★★ Seraphine Fiddlesticks Thresh	★★	Warden (5)Shadow Isles (4)Disruptor (2)Piltover (2)Vanquisher (2)Harvester (1)	4.40 Avg Place	53.56% Win Rate	8.24% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Demacia	★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Sona ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Garen ★★ Lux ★★ Swain Galio Zilean	★★ ★★	Demacia (7)Defender (2)Invoker (2)Juggernaut (2)Arcanist (2)Chronokeeper (1)Heroic (1)	4.75 Avg Place	44.60% Win Rate	6.83% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Bilgewater	★★ Illaoi ★★ Graves ★★ Twisted Fate ★★ Gangplank ★★ Nautilus ★★ Fizz ★★ Miss Fortune Ornn Tahm Kench	-	Bilgewater (7)Bruiser (2)Gunslinger (2)Warden (2)Blacksmith (1)Glutton (1)	5.49 Avg Place	29.12% Win Rate	5.26% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View
Demacia	★★ Jarvan IV ★★ Sona ★★ Poppy ★★ Xin Zhao ★★ Vayne ★★ Garen ★★ Kai'Sa ★★ Lux Galio	★★ ★★	Demacia (7)Defender (2)Longshot (2)Heroic (1)Assimilator (1)	4.88 Avg Place	40.64% Win Rate	4.24% First Place	0.05% Pick Rate	View

TFT Set 16 Meta Analysis

This page displays 47 team compositions sorted by first place rate to find compositions with the highest potential to win lobbies, based on 38.6K games analyzed from ranked matches. The current meta shows an average win rate of 72.2% and average placement of 3.37 across all tracked compositions.

Top Performing Compositions

The highest win rate composition is Defender/Disruptor with Zoe as the primary carry, achieving a 95.7% win rate. Following closely is Bruiser/Caretaker at 92.6% win rate, and Defender/Freljord at 90.4%. These compositions represent the strongest options in the current meta for players looking to maximize their LP gains.

Playstyle Breakdown

Understanding how each composition plays helps you choose the right one for your game state:

Defender/Disruptor (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Zoe
Bruiser/Caretaker (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Aphelios
Defender/Freljord (Late Game): scales into late game with consistent top 4 finishes — build around Jinx

Best for Winning Lobbies

If your goal is to win first place rather than just top 4, consider Star Forger/Defender which achieves first place in 40.9% of games. With only a 0.1% pick rate, this composition is rarely contested.

Hidden Gems - Uncontested Picks

These compositions have above-average win rates but low pick rates, making them excellent choices when your primary composition is contested:

Defender/Disruptor: 95.7% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Bruiser/Caretaker: 92.6% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate
Defender/Freljord: 90.4% win rate with only 0.1% pick rate

Meta Contestation

The most popular composition is Blacksmith/Harvester with a 1.0% pick rate, and it maintains a strong 79.0% win rate despite high contestation. Defender/Demacia follows at 0.5% pick rate. When multiple players contest the same composition, consider pivoting to less popular alternatives to improve your odds.

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TFT Team Comps - Set 16 FAQ

What is the best TFT comp in TFT Set 16?

The best TFT comp in TFT Set 16 is Defender/Disruptor with Zoe as the primary carry, achieving a 95.7% win rate and 2.23 average placement. This composition is effective for climbing ranked and consistently places in top 4.

How do I play the Defender/Disruptor comp?

To play Defender/Disruptor, focus on building around Zoe as your main carry. Look for Zoe and supporting units early, prioritize items that synergize with your carry, and aim to hit your power spike by level 7-8. This comp has a 0.1% pick rate, making it a relatively uncontested option.

What comps are good for climbing in TFT Set 16?

For consistent LP gains in TFT Set 16, Defender/Disruptor offers the best average placement at 2.23. Other reliable options include Star Forger/Defender (2.31 avg) and Defender/Freljord (2.32 avg). Consistent comps minimize bottom 4 finishes and provide steady climbing.

What is the easiest TFT comp to play?

Defender/Disruptor is a great option for players looking for an easier climb. With a 95.7% win rate but only 0.1% pick rate, you're unlikely to be contested, making the game easier to navigate. Low contestation means you can naturally find your units without having to force pivots.

When should I force a comp vs flex in TFT Set 16?

In TFT Set 16, Blacksmith/Harvester has a 1.0% pick rate, meaning it's heavily contested. If you see others going for it, consider flexing into alternatives like Defender/Disruptor. Force a comp when you hit early units and items, or when it's uncontested. Flex when you see 2+ players competing for the same units.

Which TFT comp wins lobbies most often in TFT Set 16?

Star Forger/Defender achieves first place in 40.9% of games, making it the best comp for winning lobbies outright. Riftscourge/Juggernaut follows at 35.0% first place rate. If your goal is to win rather than just top 4, prioritize these high-ceiling compositions.

When should I play for first place vs top 4?

Play for first when you have a high-ceiling comp like Star Forger/Defender (40.9% first rate) and hit your power spike with optimal items. Play for top 4 when you're contested, have suboptimal items, or need to preserve LP. In ranked, consistent top 4s often climb faster than coinflipping for first.