Death's Defiance TFT item icon
Avg Place
4.13
1st Place
14.12%
Top 4 Rate
56.49%
Pick Rate
0.66%

Death's DefianceTFT Item Stats

Set 17
SetSet 17
Matches346,564
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 31, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
50% of the damage the holder receives is instead dealt over 4 seconds as non-lethal damage.
[Unique - only 1 per champion]
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Death's Defiance Performance Statistics

Win Rate56.49%
Pick Rate0.66%
Avg Placement4.13
1st Place Rate14.12%
Total Matches2,287
Total Wins1,292
Tier RatingB
Meta PositionMid Tier

When building Death's Defiance in TFT Set 17, players most commonly pair it with Edge of Night, Sterak's Gage, Giant Slayer. Based on 328 team compositions, these item combinations have proven effective for maximizing your carry's potential. Understanding which items synergize well with Death's Defiance helps you plan your item builds from the start of each game.

The data shows that Edge of Night is paired with Death's Defiance in 23% of compositions, achieving an average win rate of 63.8%. Sterak's Gage follows as the second most common pairing at 21% pair rate. These statistics help identify optimal Death's Defiance build paths in the current TFT Set 17 meta.

How to Build Death's Defiance Effectively

When planning your Death's Defiance build in TFT Set 17, consider which companion items will maximize your carry's effectiveness. The items listed above are frequently built alongside Death's Defiance by successful players, indicating strong synergies in the current meta.

Edge of Night is the most popular companion item for Death's Defiance, appearing together in 23% of builds. Consider building Sterak's Gage as your second item choice when Edge of Night 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 Death's Defiance and plan your item distribution accordingly.

The best champions for Death's Defiance in TFT Set 17 are Pyke, Fiora, Zed. These champions achieve the highest win rates when equipped with Death's Defiance, making them ideal carriers for this item.

View all 15 champions for Death's Defiance

Death's Defiance synergizes best with Bastion, Brawler, N.O.V.A. traits in TFT Set 17. Team compositions featuring these traits commonly build Death's Defiance on their carry champions for optimal performance.

When to Build Death's Defiance

Death's Defiance is a combined item in TFT Set 17 with a 56.5% win rate and 4.13 average placement. It has a 0.7% pick rate in ranked games and is rated as a Mid Tier (B-tier) item in the current meta. Pyke achieves the highest win rate (66.7%) when equipped with Death's Defiance. This item is most commonly built in Bastion compositions.

Strengths

  • High 56.5% win rate makes Death's Defiance a top-tier item choice
  • Good 4.13 average placement for consistent results with Death's Defiance
  • Strong on multiple carries including Pyke, Fiora, Zed
  • Synergizes well with and compositionsBastionBrawler

Weaknesses

  • Lower pick rate suggests Death's Defiance is niche or meta-dependent
  • Death's Defiance's effectiveness depends on finding the right champion to equip
  • Death's Defiance may compete with other items for the same components

Strategic Tips

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Best Death's Defiance Champions

Death's Defiance performs best on . Prioritize building Death's Defiance when you have these champions in your composition.Pyke (66.7% WR) and Fiora (66.0% WR)

2

Optimal Item Pairings

Death's Defiance is commonly paired with (23% pair rate) and (21% pair rate). Consider these items when planning your carry's build.Edge of NightSterak's Gage

3

Death's Defiance Trait Synergies

Death's Defiance appears most frequently in (51%) and (51%) compositions. Build Death's Defiance when playing these traits for optimal results.BastionBrawler

4

Death's Defiance Build Timing

Build Death's Defiance when you have or similar carries. Don't force Death's Defiance if better alternatives exist for your current composition.Pyke

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Death's Defiance TFT Item - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Death's Defiance in TFT Set 17?

Death's Defiance is a Teamfight Tactics combined item in Set 17 with a 56.49% win rate and 0.66% pick rate. @IgnorePainPercent@% of the damage the holder receives is instead dealt over @BleedDuration@ seconds as non-lethal damage. [Unique - only 1 per champion]

What is Death's Defiance's win rate in TFT Set 17?

Death's Defiance has a 56.49% win rate in TFT Set 17. This Death's Defiance data is based on 2,287 matches and is updated regularly to reflect the current meta. Death's Defiance has achieved 1,292 victories with an average placement of 4.13 and a 14.12% first place rate.

Is Death's Defiance good in TFT Set 17?

Death's Defiance has a 56.49% win rate and 0.66% pick rate, with an average placement of 4.13. Death's Defiance is rated as B-tier in the current meta. This makes Death's Defiance a strong item and highly recommended for competitive play.

What champions are best with Death's Defiance in TFT?

Death's Defiance can be built on various champions depending on your composition. Check the Champions tab for detailed statistics on which champions perform best with Death's Defiance.

What is Death's Defiance's pick rate in TFT?

Death's Defiance has a 0.66% pick rate in TFT Set 17. This lower pick rate suggests Death's Defiance is a niche item used in specific compositions.

How many games is Death's Defiance TFT data based on?

Death's Defiance statistics are based on 2,287 total matches in TFT Set 17. Death's Defiance has won 1,292 matches and achieved an average placement of 4.13. This large sample size ensures reliable and accurate Death's Defiance performance metrics.

What traits work best with Death's Defiance in TFT?

Death's Defiance synergizes best with Bastion, Brawler, and N.O.V.A. traits in TFT Set 17. Team compositions featuring these traits commonly build Death's Defiance on their carry champions. Consider building Death's Defiance when playing these trait combinations for optimal performance.

What tier is Death's Defiance in TFT Set 17?

Death's Defiance is rated as B-tier in TFT Set 17, making it a mid-tier and solid item in the current meta. Consider Death's Defiance when it fits your composition and champion needs.