- Avg Place
- 4.01
- 1st Place
- 16.40%
- Top 4 Rate
- 59.11%
Red Buff TFT Item Stats
Recurve BowRecurve Bow- Set
- 18
- Matches
- 623,923
- Tier
- All Tiers
- Rank
- All Ranks
- Last Updated
- Oct 16, 2026 UTC
- Methodology
- Data Methodology
- Author
- Dakota Chinnick
Red Buff Performance Statistics
When building Red Buff in TFT Set 18, players most commonly pair it with Spear of Shojin, Infinity Edge, Void Staff. Based on 3,422 team compositions, these item combinations have proven effective for maximizing your carry's potential. Understanding which items synergize well with Red Buff helps you plan your item builds from the start of each game.
The data shows that Spear of Shojin is paired with Red Buff in 17% of compositions, achieving an average win rate of 63.8%. Infinity Edge follows as the second most common pairing at 14% pair rate. These statistics help identify optimal Red Buff build paths in the current TFT Set 18 meta.
Spear of Shojin
Infinity Edge
Void Staff
Guinsoo's Rageblade
Deathblade
Giant Slayer
Last Whisper
Blue Buff
How to Build Red Buff Effectively
When planning your Red Buff build in TFT Set 18, consider which companion items will maximize your carry's effectiveness. The items listed above are frequently built alongside Red Buff by successful players, indicating strong synergies in the current meta.
Spear of Shojin is the most popular companion item for Red Buff, appearing together in 17% of builds. Consider building Infinity Edge as your second item choice when Spear of Shojin components aren't available.
Remember that optimal item builds depend on your team composition and the champions you're using. Check the Champions tab to see which units perform best with Red Buff and plan your item distribution accordingly.
The best champions for Red Buff in TFT Set 18 are Gnar, Elder Dragon, Kennen. These champions achieve the highest win rates when equipped with Red Buff, making them ideal carriers for this item.
Gnar
Elder Dragon
Kennen
Alune
Lux
Ivern
Red Buff synergizes best with Defender, Brawler, Riftbeast traits in TFT Set 18. Team compositions featuring these traits commonly build Red Buff on their carry champions for optimal performance.
Red Buff is built from Recurve Bow. There are 9 other items that share these components.
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Strengths
- High 59.1% win rate makes Red Buff a top-tier item choice
- Good 4.01 average placement for consistent results with Red Buff
- Strong on multiple carries including Gnar, Elder Dragon, Kennen
- Synergizes well with and compositionsDefenderBrawler
Weaknesses
- Red Buff's effectiveness depends on finding the right champion to equip
- Red Buff may compete with other items for the same components
Strategic Tips
Best Red Buff Champions
Red Buff performs best on . Prioritize building Red Buff when you have these champions in your composition.Gnar (74.2% WR) and Elder Dragon (74.2% WR)
Optimal Item Pairings
Red Buff is commonly paired with (17% pair rate) and (14% pair rate). Consider these items when planning your carry's build.Spear of ShojinInfinity Edge
Red Buff Build Timing
Build Red Buff when you have or similar carries. Don't force Red Buff if better alternatives exist for your current composition.Gnar
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Red Buff TFT Item - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Red Buff in TFT Set 18?
Red Buff is a Teamfight Tactics combined item in Set 18 with a 59.11% win rate and 20.46% pick rate. Attacks and Abilities @BurnPercent@% Burn and @HealingReductionPct@% Wound enemies for @Duration@ seconds. Burn : Deals a percent of the target's max Health as true damage every second Wound : Reduces Red Buff performs best on champions like Gnar, Elder Dragon, and Kennen.
What is Red Buff's win rate in TFT Set 18?
Red Buff has a 59.11% win rate in TFT Set 18. This Red Buff data is based on 127,642 matches and is updated regularly to reflect the current meta. Red Buff has achieved 75,447 victories with an average placement of 4.01 and a 16.40% first place rate.
Is Red Buff good in TFT Set 18?
Red Buff has a 59.11% win rate and 20.46% pick rate, with an average placement of 4.01. Red Buff is rated as S-tier in the current meta. This makes Red Buff a strong item and highly recommended for competitive play.
What champions are best with Red Buff in TFT?
The best champions for Red Buff in TFT Set 18 are Gnar, Elder Dragon, and Kennen. These champions achieve the highest win rates when equipped with Red Buff. Building Red Buff on these champions maximizes your chances of placing top 4.
What is Red Buff's pick rate in TFT?
Red Buff has a 20.46% pick rate in TFT Set 18. This high pick rate indicates Red Buff is a popular and frequently built item in the current meta.
How many games is Red Buff TFT data based on?
Red Buff statistics are based on 127,642 total matches in TFT Set 18. Red Buff finished in the top 4 in 75,447 of them, with an average placement of 4.01. That is a large enough sample for these numbers to be reliable.
How do you build Red Buff in TFT?
To build Red Buff in TFT Set 18, combine Recurve Bow on the same champion. You can get these component items from carousel rounds, PvE drops, or item orbs. Once both components are equipped on a champion, they automatically combine into Red Buff.
What traits work best with Red Buff in TFT?
Red Buff synergizes best with Defender, Brawler, and Riftbeast traits in TFT Set 18. Team compositions featuring these traits commonly build Red Buff on their carry champions. Consider building Red Buff when playing these trait combinations for optimal performance.
What tier is Red Buff in TFT Set 18?
Red Buff is rated as S-tier in TFT Set 18, making it a top-tier and extremely powerful item in the current meta. You should prioritize building Red Buff when you have the components.