Defender TFT trait icon
Avg Win Rate
53.38%
Champions
9
Comps
27

DefenderTFT Trait Stats

Set 16
SetSet 16
Matches732,372
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Your team gains 12 Armor and Magic Resist. Defenders gain more.
(2) 30 ArmorMR
OverviewChampionsCompsSynergies

The Defender trait in TFT includes 9 champions with an average 53.38% win rate and 10.03% pick rate. Sylas leads with a 71.17% win rate, followed by Garen and Jarvan IV. The trait features two 1 cost champions, two 2 cost champions, three 3 cost champions, one 4 cost champion, one 7 cost champion, with 3 cost being the most common. Average placement is 4.33 across 9 units.

4.33
Average Placement
53.38%
Top 4 Rate
10.03%
Pick Rate

The top performing Defender champions by win rate in TFT. Sylas has a 71.17% win rate, Garen has a 57.51% win rate, Jarvan IV has a 54.92% win rate.

Distribution of Defender champions by cost tier. Two 1 cost champions, two 2 cost champions, three 3 cost champions, one 4 cost champion, one 7 cost champion.

When to Play Defender

Defender is a trait in TFT Set 16 with 9 champions, averaging a 53.4% win rate and 4.33 placement. Sylas is the top Defender champion with a 71.2% win rate.

Strengths

  • Strong 53.4% average win rate across trait champions
  • Good 4.33 average placement indicates viability
  • 9 champions provide flexibility in building the trait
  • Diverse cost spread allows for early and late game flexibility

Weaknesses

  • Large champion pool may lead to contested units
  • Effectiveness depends on hitting the right champions
  • May compete with other traits for the same units

Strategic Tips

1
Early Game

Look for early Defender units to build a foundation for the trait.

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Trait Synergies

Pair Defender with Demacia or Piltover for powerful combinations.

3
Carry Selection

Prioritize Sylas as your carry for the Defender comp.

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Defender TFT Trait - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Defender trait in TFT Set 16?

The Defender trait is a synergy in TFT Set 16 with 9 champions. When you activate this trait by fielding multiple Defender champions, they gain special bonuses. The trait averages a 53.38% win rate and 4.33 placement across all Defender units.

Is Defender good in TFT Set 16?

The Defender trait has an average win rate of 53.38% with a 10.03% pick rate in TFT Set 16. This makes Defender a strong S-tier trait in the current meta. Sylas is the strongest Defender champion with a 71.17% win rate.

How many champions have the Defender trait in TFT?

There are 9 champions with the Defender trait in TFT Set 16. The trait features champions across multiple cost tiers, with 3-cost champions being the most common. This diversity allows for flexible Defender team compositions at different stages of the game.

What is the Defender trait win rate in TFT?

The Defender trait has an average win rate of 53.38% across all 9 champions in TFT Set 16. Champions average a 4.33 placement when played, making Defender a solid trait choice for climbing ranked.