Bastion Bard Comp
Bastion Bard in TFT Set 17: 20 ranked games on one board, with its units, items and game plan.
- Tier
- S
- Top 4 rate
- 60.0%
- Avg place
- 4.40
- 1st place
- 20.0%
- Playstyle
- Fast 9
- Games
- 20
Is Bastion Bard good in TFT Set 17?
20 ranked gamesBastion Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated S tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 60.0% of the time with an average place of 4.40 across 20 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (20.0% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
This comp averages a 4.40 placement with a 60.0% top 4 rate and a 20.0% first place rate across 20 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.
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Bastion Bard units and star levels
The 9 units of the final board, with how often each finishes at 2 and 3 stars in this comp and the items it holds. Bard is the main carry.
| Unit | 2★ | 3★ | Items |
|---|---|---|---|
 Bard Carry | 70% | 0% |   |
 Graves Carry | 60% | 0% |    |
 Shen Carry | 60% | 0% |    |
 Rammus | 60% | 0% |  |
 Ornn | 60% | 0% | — |
 Jax | 80% | 0% | — |
 Poppy | 70% | 0% | — |
 Aatrox | 70% | 0% | — |
 Caitlyn | 80% | 0% | — |
Bastion Bard traits
The board activates Bastion, Meeple, and N.O.V.A.. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.
Bastion Bard game plan
Fast 9- Early
Open with units like Aatrox, Caitlyn, Jax, and Talon and stay healthy until your carries show up.
- Mid
Push to level 9 and roll down there to find Bard and the rest of the board.
- Items
Build Jeweled Gauntlet, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Adaptive Helm on Bard.
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Bastion Bard FAQ – TFT Set 17
Is Bastion Bard good in TFT Set 17?
Bastion Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated S tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 60.0% of the time with an average place of 4.40 across 20 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (20.0% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
Who are the carries in Bastion Bard?
The damage in Bastion Bard comes from Bard, Graves, and Shen. Bard is the main carry and should get your first completed items.
What items does Bard need in Bastion Bard?
The best tracked build for Bard in this comp is Jeweled Gauntlet, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Adaptive Helm, with a 100.0% top 4 rate over 2 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.
Is Bastion Bard a reroll comp?
No. Bastion Bard is a Fast 9 comp: level up and roll down at level 9 to find your 4- and 5-cost units at 2 stars.
What traits does Bastion Bard use?
Bastion Bard runs Bastion, Meeple, N.O.V.A., Bulwark, and Space Groove.
Is Bastion Bard contested?
Rarely. Bastion Bard appears in only 0.09% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.