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Vanguard Hecarim Comp

Vanguard Hecarim in TFT Set 18: 26 ranked games on one board, with its units, items and game plan.

Vanguard Hecarim B Tier
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Tier
B
Top 4 rate
58.0%
Avg place
3.31
1st place
16.4%
Playstyle
3-cost reroll
Games
26

Is Vanguard Hecarim good in TFT Set 18?

26 ranked games
B

Vanguard Hecarim is a 3-cost reroll comp rated B tier in TFT Set 18: it finishes top 4 58.0% of the time with an average place of 3.31 across 26 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (16.4% first places), so it rewards a strong start.

3.31
Avg Place
16.39%
First Place
58.02%
Top 4 Rate
0.19%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 3.31 placement with a 58.0% top 4 rate and a 16.4% first place rate across 26 ranked games. A 0.2% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

Vanguard / Riftbeast builds: Rengar with Edge of Night, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Titan's Resolve (61.4% top 4, +3.37% vs. the comp average); Sentinel with Dragon's Claw, Protector's Vow, Protector's Vow (68.7% top 4, +10.64% vs. the comp average); Taric with Thief's Gloves (68.8% top 4, +10.79% vs. the comp average)
Taric
Taric
68.81%
Top 4 Rate
+10.79%
Difference
High Contested Risk
This comp has High contested risk and is often contested and may require backup plans. The most contested units are Taric, Sentinel, Aphelios due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.
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Vanguard Hecarim 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. Hecarim is the main carry.

Unit2★3★Items
TaricTaric12%0%—
SentinelSentinel58%0%Void GauntletBramble VestProtector's Vow
ApheliosAphelios58%0%—
BramblebackBrambleback62%4%Thief's Gloves
HecarimHecarim Carry 3★39%54%Protector's VowSunfire CapeWarmog's Armor
DianaDiana 3★46%50%Thief's Gloves
RengarRengar 3★12%89%Edge of NightGuinsoo's RagebladeTitan's Resolve
Mama BeakMama Beak Carry 3★54%46%Guinsoo's RagebladeKraken's FuryLast Whisper

Vanguard Hecarim traits

The board activates Vanguard, Riftbeast, and Rapidfire. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.

Vanguard Hecarim game plan

3-cost reroll
  1. Early

    Play the strongest early board you hit and save gold until you can commit to Hecarim.

  2. Mid

    Slow roll at level 7 above 50 gold until Rengar, Hecarim, Diana, and Mama Beak hit 3 stars, then level up to finish the board.

  3. Items

    Build Protector's Vow, Sunfire Cape, and Warmog's Armor on Hecarim.

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Vanguard Hecarim FAQ – TFT Set 18

Is Vanguard Hecarim good in TFT Set 18?

Vanguard Hecarim is a 3-cost reroll comp rated B tier in TFT Set 18: it finishes top 4 58.0% of the time with an average place of 3.31 across 26 ranked games. It also wins the lobby often (16.4% first places), so it rewards a strong start.

Who are the carries in Vanguard Hecarim?

The damage in Vanguard Hecarim comes from Hecarim and Mama Beak. Hecarim is the main carry and should get your first completed items.

What items does Hecarim need in Vanguard Hecarim?

The best tracked build for Hecarim in this comp is Protector's Vow, Sunfire Cape, and Warmog's Armor, with a 59.8% top 4 rate over 3 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.

Is Vanguard Hecarim a reroll comp?

Yes. Vanguard Hecarim wants Rengar, Hecarim, Diana, and Mama Beak at 3 stars, so slow roll at level 7 with gold above 50 until you hit them.

What traits does Vanguard Hecarim use?

Vanguard Hecarim runs Vanguard, Riftbeast, Rapidfire, Lunar, and Ravager.

Is Vanguard Hecarim contested?

Rarely. Vanguard Hecarim appears in only 0.19% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.