N.O.V.A. Shen Comp
N.O.V.A. Shen in TFT Set 17: 78 ranked games on one board, with its units, items and game plan.
- Tier
- D
- Top 4 rate
- 68.2%
- Avg place
- 3.42
- 1st place
- 19.8%
- Playstyle
- 2-cost reroll
- Games
- 78
Is N.O.V.A. Shen good in TFT Set 17?
78 ranked gamesN.O.V.A. Shen is a 2-cost reroll comp rated D tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 68.2% of the time with an average place of 3.42 across 78 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (19.8% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
This comp averages a 3.42 placement with a 68.2% top 4 rate and a 19.8% first place rate across 78 ranked games. A 0.2% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.
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N.O.V.A. Shen 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. Shen is the main carry.
| Unit | 2★ | 3★ | Items |
|---|---|---|---|
 Shen Carry | 30% | 0% |  |
 Kindred Carry | 92% | 1% |    |
 Tahm Kench | 85% | 1% | |
 Morgana | 81% | 4% |    |
 Maokai | 81% | 5% | — |
 Bel'Veth | 85% | 6% | — |
 Akali Carry 3★ | 68% | 31% |    |
 Aatrox | 85% | 3% | — |
 Caitlyn | 82% | 5% | — |
N.O.V.A. Shen traits
The board activates N.O.V.A., Challenger, and Bastion. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.
N.O.V.A. Shen game plan
2-cost reroll- Early
Open with units like Aatrox, Akali, Caitlyn, and Gragas and stay healthy until your carries show up.
- Mid
Slow roll at level 6 above 50 gold until Akali hit 3 stars, then level up to finish the board.
- Items
Build Thief's Gloves on Shen.
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N.O.V.A. Shen FAQ – TFT Set 17
Is N.O.V.A. Shen good in TFT Set 17?
N.O.V.A. Shen is a 2-cost reroll comp rated D tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 68.2% of the time with an average place of 3.42 across 78 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (19.8% first places), so it rewards a strong start.
Who are the carries in N.O.V.A. Shen?
The damage in N.O.V.A. Shen comes from Shen, Kindred, and Akali. Shen is the main carry and should get your first completed items.
What items does Shen need in N.O.V.A. Shen?
The best tracked build for Shen in this comp is Thief's Gloves, with a 75.9% top 4 rate over 8 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.
Is N.O.V.A. Shen a reroll comp?
Yes. N.O.V.A. Shen wants Akali at 3 stars, so slow roll at level 6 with gold above 50 until you hit them.
What traits does N.O.V.A. Shen use?
N.O.V.A. Shen runs N.O.V.A., Challenger, Bastion, Marauder, and Brawler.
Is N.O.V.A. Shen contested?
Rarely. N.O.V.A. Shen appears in only 0.17% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.