Vanguard Bard Comp
Vanguard Bard in TFT Set 17: 287 ranked games on one board, with its units, items and game plan.
- Tier
- F
- Top 4 rate
- 55.7%
- Avg place
- 4.26
- 1st place
- 11.8%
- Playstyle
- Fast 9
- Games
- 287
Is Vanguard Bard good in TFT Set 17?
287 ranked gamesVanguard Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated F tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 55.7% of the time with an average place of 4.26 across 287 ranked games. It is a consistent top-4 comp rather than a high-roll one.
This comp averages a 4.26 placement with a 55.7% top 4 rate and a 11.8% first place rate across 287 ranked games. A 0.3% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.
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Vanguard 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 | 59% | 0% |    |
 Sona | 63% | 0% | — |
 Blitzcrank Carry | 52% | 0% |  |
 Vex Carry | 67% | 0% |   |
 Karma | 66% | 0% | — |
 Nunu & Willump | 69% | 1% |   |
 Illaoi | 81% | 0% | — |
 Meepsie | 77% | 1% | — |
 Mordekaiser | 75% | 1% | — |
Vanguard Bard traits
The board activates Vanguard, Shepherd, and Dark Star. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.
Vanguard 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 Jeweled Gauntlet, Giant Slayer, and Rabadon's Deathcap on Bard.
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Vanguard Bard FAQ – TFT Set 17
Is Vanguard Bard good in TFT Set 17?
Vanguard Bard is a Fast 9 comp rated F tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 55.7% of the time with an average place of 4.26 across 287 ranked games. It is a consistent top-4 comp rather than a high-roll one.
Who are the carries in Vanguard Bard?
The damage in Vanguard Bard comes from Bard, Vex, and Blitzcrank. Bard is the main carry and should get your first completed items.
What items does Bard need in Vanguard Bard?
The best tracked build for Bard in this comp is Jeweled Gauntlet, Giant Slayer, and Rabadon's Deathcap, with a 62.8% top 4 rate over 13 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.
Is Vanguard Bard a reroll comp?
No. Vanguard 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 Vanguard Bard use?
Vanguard Bard runs Vanguard, Shepherd, Dark Star, Conduit, and Voyager.
Is Vanguard Bard contested?
Rarely. Vanguard Bard appears in only 0.27% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.