Shepherd Bard Comp
Shepherd Bard in TFT Set 17: 29 ranked games on one board, with its units, items and game plan.
- Tier
- F
- Top 4 rate
- 6.9%
- Avg place
- 6.14
- 1st place
- 0.0%
- Playstyle
- Fast 9
- Games
- 29
Is Shepherd Bard good in TFT Set 17?
29 ranked gamesShepherd Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated F tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 6.9% of the time with an average place of 6.14 across 29 ranked games. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.
This comp averages a 6.14 placement with a 6.9% top 4 rate and a 0.0% first place rate across 29 ranked games. A 0.1% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.
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Shepherd Bard units and star levels
The 8 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 | 7% | 0% |    |
 Sona Carry | 7% | 0% |   |
 Karma Carry | 69% | 0% |  |
 Nunu & Willump | 48% | 0% |    |
 Illaoi | 86% | 7% |   |
 Rhaast | 83% | 0% | — |
 Meepsie | 86% | 0% | — |
 Mordekaiser | 86% | 0% | — |
Shepherd Bard traits
The board activates Shepherd, Dark Star, and Conduit. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.
Shepherd Bard game plan
Fast 9- Early
Play the strongest early board you hit and save gold until you can commit to Bard.
- Mid
Push to level 9 and roll down there to find Bard and the rest of the board.
- Items
Build Rabadon's Deathcap, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Giant Slayer on Bard.
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Shepherd Bard FAQ – TFT Set 17
Is Shepherd Bard good in TFT Set 17?
Shepherd Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated F tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 6.9% of the time with an average place of 6.14 across 29 ranked games. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.
Who are the carries in Shepherd Bard?
The damage in Shepherd Bard comes from Bard, Sona, and Karma. Bard is the main carry and should get your first completed items.
What items does Bard need in Shepherd Bard?
The best tracked build for Bard in this comp is Rabadon's Deathcap, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Giant Slayer, with a 0.0% top 4 rate over 2 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.
Is Shepherd Bard a reroll comp?
No. Shepherd 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 Shepherd Bard use?
Shepherd Bard runs Shepherd, Dark Star, Conduit, Voyager, and Vanguard.
Is Shepherd Bard contested?
Rarely. Shepherd Bard appears in only 0.06% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.