Red Buff TFT item icon
Avg Place
3.87
1st Place
16.97%
Top 4 Rate
62.25%
Pick Rate
12.39%

Red BuffTFT Item Stats

Set 17
SRecurve Bow iconRecurve BowRecurve Bow iconRecurve Bow
SetSet 17
Matches271,357
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedApr 18, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Attacks and Abilities 1% Burn and 33% Wound enemies for 5 seconds.
Burn: Deals a percent of the target's max Health as true damage every second
Wound: Reduces healing received

Red Buff Performance Statistics

Win Rate62.25%
Pick Rate12.39%
Avg Placement3.87
1st Place Rate16.97%
Total Matches33,634
Total Wins20,937
Tier RatingS
Meta PositionTop Tier

When building Red Buff in TFT Set 17, players most commonly pair it with Guinsoo's Rageblade, Thief's Gloves, Giant Slayer. Based on 2,695 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 Guinsoo's Rageblade is paired with Red Buff in 22% of compositions, achieving an average win rate of 63.8%. Thief's Gloves follows as the second most common pairing at 17% pair rate. These statistics help identify optimal Red Buff build paths in the current TFT Set 17 meta.

How to Build Red Buff Effectively

When planning your Red Buff build in TFT Set 17, 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.

Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular companion item for Red Buff, appearing together in 22% of builds. Consider building Thief's Gloves as your second item choice when Guinsoo's Rageblade 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 17 are Morgana, Shen, Blitzcrank. These champions achieve the highest win rates when equipped with Red Buff, making them ideal carriers for this item.

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Red Buff synergizes best with Bastion, Vanguard, Dark Star traits in TFT Set 17. 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.

Items with Recurve Bow section iconItems with Recurve Bow

60.1% WR25.3% PR
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57.0% WR15.7% PR
54.8% WR18.0% PR
54.5% WR24.3% PR
52.6% WR18.3% PR
51.2% WR52.0% PR
50.0% WR1.1% PR
45.1% WR1.1% PR

When to Build Red Buff

Red Buff is a combined item in TFT Set 17 with a 62.3% win rate and 3.87 average placement. It has a 12.4% pick rate in ranked games and is rated as a Top Tier (S-tier) item in the current meta. Morgana achieves the highest win rate (76.3%) when equipped with Red Buff. This item is most commonly built in Bastion compositions.

Strengths

  • High 62.3% win rate makes Red Buff a top-tier item choice
  • Excellent 3.87 average placement when building Red Buff
  • Strong on multiple carries including Morgana, Shen, Blitzcrank
  • Synergizes well with and compositionsBastionVanguard

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

1

Best Red Buff Champions

Red Buff performs best on . Prioritize building Red Buff when you have these champions in your composition.Morgana (76.3% WR) and Shen (75.3% WR)

2

Optimal Item Pairings

Red Buff is commonly paired with (22% pair rate) and (17% pair rate). Consider these items when planning your carry's build.Guinsoo's RagebladeThief's Gloves

3

Red Buff Trait Synergies

Red Buff appears most frequently in (53%) and (49%) compositions. Build Red Buff when playing these traits for optimal results.BastionVanguard

4

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.Morgana

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Red Buff TFT Item - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Red Buff in TFT Set 17?

Red Buff is a Teamfight Tactics combined item in Set 17 with a 62.25% win rate and 12.39% 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 Morgana, Shen, and Bard.

What is Red Buff's win rate in TFT Set 17?

Red Buff has a 62.25% win rate in TFT Set 17. This Red Buff data is based on 33,634 matches and is updated regularly to reflect the current meta. Red Buff has achieved 20,937 victories with an average placement of 3.87 and a 16.97% first place rate.

Is Red Buff good in TFT Set 17?

Red Buff has a 62.25% win rate and 12.39% pick rate, with an average placement of 3.87. 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 17 are Morgana, Shen, and Bard. 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 12.39% pick rate in TFT Set 17. This moderate pick rate shows Red Buff is a situational but viable choice.

How many games is Red Buff TFT data based on?

Red Buff statistics are based on 33,634 total matches in TFT Set 17. Red Buff has won 20,937 matches and achieved an average placement of 3.87. This large sample size ensures reliable and accurate Red Buff performance metrics.

How do you build Red Buff in TFT?

To build Red Buff in TFT Set 17, 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 Bastion, Vanguard, and Dark Star traits in TFT Set 17. 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 17?

Red Buff is rated as S-tier in TFT Set 17, making it a top-tier and extremely powerful item in the current meta. You should prioritize building Red Buff when you have the components.