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Vanguard TFT Trait Synergies
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Vanguard synergizes with 9 traits in TFT Set 16.21. Top pairings: Riftbeast, Invoker, Elderwood. Discover optimal trait combinations for stronger Vanguard team compositions.
Champions with the Vanguard trait frequently pair with Riftbeast, Invoker, and Elderwood in TFT Set 18. These 9 synergy traits create powerful combinations when building Vanguard team compositions. Explore each synergy below to discover which champions overlap and how to optimize your Vanguard builds.
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10 champions have the Riftbeast trait. These champions synergize with Sentinel: Elder Dragon (66.92% WR, 9.25% PR), Brambleback (58.99% WR, 14.43% PR), Sentinel (56.93% WR, 31.48% PR), Pebbles (54.99% WR, 16.51% PR), Murkwolf (54.93% WR, 13.71% PR), Krug (54.43% WR, 21.09% PR), Gromp (53.38% WR, 6.34% PR), Cinderling (52.83% WR, 10.02% PR), Mama Beak (52.65% WR, 8.09% PR), Scuttlecrab (51.32% WR, 14.60% PR)
Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:
Champion | Cost | Tier | Avg Place | Top 4 Rate | Pick Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | - | 3.54 | 66.92% | 9.25% | |
| 4 | - | 4.05 | 58.99% | 14.43% | |
| 1 | - | 4.26 | 54.99% | 16.51% | |
| 2 | - | 4.26 | 54.93% | 13.71% | |
| 3 | - | 4.29 | 54.43% | 21.09% | |
| 2 | - | 4.36 | 53.38% | 6.34% | |
| 1 | - | 4.39 | 52.83% | 10.02% | |
| 3 | - | 4.39 | 52.65% | 8.09% | |
| 2 | - | 4.45 | 51.32% | 14.60% |
5 champions have the Invoker trait. These champions synergize with Sentinel: Sentinel (56.93% WR, 31.48% PR), Kog'Maw (56.00% WR, 10.47% PR), Pebbles (54.99% WR, 16.51% PR), Teemo (52.72% WR, 11.12% PR), Morgana (49.26% WR, 12.60% PR)
7 champions have the Elderwood trait. These champions synergize with Hecarim: Gnar (67.08% WR, 16.31% PR), Ezreal (55.09% WR, 17.19% PR), Alistar (49.42% WR, 17.46% PR), Hecarim (48.98% WR, 19.35% PR), LeBlanc (48.80% WR, 16.00% PR), Ornn (48.61% WR, 20.94% PR), Xayah (46.46% WR, 11.47% PR)
4 champions have the Fae trait. These champions synergize with Rakan: Lillia (51.67% WR, 10.32% PR), Xayah (46.46% WR, 11.47% PR), Tristana (44.55% WR, 6.68% PR), Rakan (43.67% WR, 10.89% PR)
7 champions have the Juggernaut trait. These champions synergize with Rakan: Maokai (57.11% WR, 12.29% PR), Amumu (54.76% WR, 21.36% PR), Scuttlecrab (51.32% WR, 14.60% PR), Vi (50.67% WR, 16.01% PR), Sejuani (49.88% WR, 13.67% PR), Yorick (46.50% WR, 13.32% PR), Rakan (43.67% WR, 10.89% PR)
3 champions have the Lunar trait. These champions synergize with Diana: Alune (67.44% WR, 11.16% PR), Aphelios (59.13% WR, 16.03% PR), Diana (52.15% WR, 24.98% PR)
6 champions have the Ravager trait. These champions synergize with Diana: Brambleback (58.99% WR, 14.43% PR), Murkwolf (54.93% WR, 13.71% PR), Diana (52.15% WR, 24.98% PR), Akali (44.89% WR, 5.87% PR), Warwick (42.48% WR, 4.08% PR), Camille (33.93% WR, 6.32% PR)
1 champion has the Emerald Aspect trait. These champions synergize with Taric: Taric (63.32% WR, 17.68% PR)
Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:
5 champions have the Coven trait. These champions synergize with Elise: Morgana (49.26% WR, 12.60% PR), Cassiopeia (44.14% WR, 12.12% PR), Elise (37.79% WR, 7.95% PR), Camille (33.93% WR, 6.32% PR), Caitlyn (30.74% WR, 5.10% PR)
Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:
Champion | Cost | Tier | Avg Place | Top 4 Rate | Pick Rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4 | - | 4.52 | 49.26% | 12.60% | |
| 3 | - | 4.79 | 44.14% | 12.12% | |
| 1 | - | 5.37 | 33.93% | 6.32% | |
| 2 | - | 5.52 | 30.74% | 5.10% |
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Vanguard Trait Synergies - Frequently Asked Questions
What traits synergize with Vanguard in TFT Set 18?
The Vanguard trait synergizes with 9 different traits in TFT Set 18. The most common synergy traits are Riftbeast, Invoker, and Elderwood, which frequently appear alongside Vanguard champions in successful team compositions.
What is the best trait to pair with Vanguard?
Riftbeast is the strongest trait pairing with Vanguard in TFT Set 18. This combination creates powerful synergies that enhance both trait bonuses and allows for flexible team building strategies.
How many champions have both Vanguard and other traits?
Champions with the Vanguard trait also carry 9 other synergy traits in TFT Set 18. Riftbeast has the most overlap with 1 shared champions, making it a natural pairing for Vanguard compositions.
What are the top Vanguard trait combinations?
The top Vanguard trait combinations in TFT Set 18 include Riftbeast, Invoker, and Elderwood. These synergies work well together because they share multiple champions and provide complementary bonuses that strengthen your overall team composition.