Dark Star Bard Comp
Dark Star Bard in TFT Set 17: 188 ranked games on one board, with its units, items and game plan.
- Tier
- C
- Top 4 rate
- 66.0%
- Avg place
- 3.54
- 1st place
- 18.8%
- Playstyle
- Fast 9
- Games
- 188
Is Dark Star Bard good in TFT Set 17?
188 ranked gamesDark Star Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated C tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 66.0% of the time with an average place of 3.54 across 188 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (18.8% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
This comp averages a 3.54 placement with a 66.0% top 4 rate and a 18.8% first place rate across 188 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.
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Dark Star 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 | 58% | 0% |    |
 Jhin Carry | 59% | 0% |    |
 Karma | 75% | 1% | |
 The Mighty Mech | 74% | 0% | — |
 Tahm Kench | 73% | 0% |  |
 Nunu & Willump | 78% | 0% |   |
 Kai'Sa Carry | 90% | 2% |   |
 Mordekaiser | 86% | 3% | — |
 Cho'Gath | 81% | 7% | — |
Dark Star Bard traits
The board activates Dark Star, Conduit, and Voyager. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.
Dark Star Bard game plan
Fast 9- Early
Open with units like Cho'Gath, The Mighty Mech, Gnar, and Meepsie 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 Dark Star Emblem, Rabadon's Deathcap, and Void Staff on Bard.
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Dark Star Bard FAQ – TFT Set 17
Is Dark Star Bard good in TFT Set 17?
Dark Star Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated C tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 66.0% of the time with an average place of 3.54 across 188 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (18.8% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
Who are the carries in Dark Star Bard?
The damage in Dark Star Bard comes from Bard, Jhin, and Kai'Sa. Bard is the main carry and should get your first completed items.
What items does Bard need in Dark Star Bard?
The best tracked build for Bard in this comp is Dark Star Emblem, Rabadon's Deathcap, and Void Staff, with a 74.8% top 4 rate over 40 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.
Is Dark Star Bard a reroll comp?
No. Dark Star 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 Dark Star Bard use?
Dark Star Bard runs Dark Star, Conduit, Voyager, Brawler, and Vanguard.
Is Dark Star Bard contested?
Rarely. Dark Star Bard appears in only 0.07% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.