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

DefenderTFT Trait Synergies

Set 16
SetSet 16
Matches732,372
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Defender synergizes with 9 traits in TFT Set 16.2. Top pairings: Demacia, Piltover, Zaun. Discover optimal trait combinations for stronger Defender team compositions.

Champions with the Defender trait frequently pair with Demacia, Piltover, and Zaun in TFT Set 16. These 9 synergy traits create powerful combinations when building Defender team compositions. Explore each synergy below to discover which champions overlap and how to optimize your Defender builds.

8 champions have the Demacia trait. These champions synergize with Jarvan IV, Garen: Galio (68.38% WR, 7.31% PR), Lux (58.37% WR, 9.09% PR), Garen (57.51% WR, 11.15% PR), Jarvan IV (54.92% WR, 9.91% PR), Sona (53.90% WR, 7.74% PR), Poppy (53.11% WR, 15.83% PR), Vayne (52.10% WR, 6.51% PR), Xin Zhao (47.48% WR, 12.46% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.6168.38%7.31%
4-4.1258.37%9.09%
1-4.3653.90%7.74%
2-4.3553.11%15.83%
3-4.4652.10%6.51%
2-4.6747.48%12.46%

6 champions have the Piltover trait. These champions synergize with Vi: Seraphine (57.77% WR, 16.43% PR), Vi (52.28% WR, 20.22% PR), Loris (52.28% WR, 10.25% PR), T-Hex (51.32% WR, 1.59% PR), Orianna (49.96% WR, 4.59% PR), Caitlyn (39.65% WR, 3.18% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
4-4.0657.77%16.43%
3-4.4152.28%10.25%
5-4.4551.32%1.59%
2-4.5349.96%4.59%
1-5.0739.65%3.18%

8 champions have the Zaun trait. These champions synergize with Vi: Ziggs (77.71% WR, 5.73% PR), Warwick (62.09% WR, 4.42% PR), Singed (58.12% WR, 7.98% PR), Ekko (55.87% WR, 7.15% PR), Jinx (53.82% WR, 4.75% PR), Blitzcrank (52.78% WR, 5.40% PR), Vi (52.28% WR, 20.22% PR), Dr. Mundo (51.82% WR, 9.40% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.0877.71%5.73%
4-3.9662.09%4.42%
4-4.1458.12%7.98%
2-4.2755.87%7.15%
3-4.3853.82%4.75%
1-4.4352.78%5.40%
3-4.4651.82%9.40%

6 champions have the Ixtal trait. These champions synergize with Neeko: Brock (55.85% WR, 1.24% PR), Nidalee (51.25% WR, 3.95% PR), Neeko (47.46% WR, 15.96% PR), Skarner (46.15% WR, 4.80% PR), Milio (30.18% WR, 3.55% PR), Qiyana (24.62% WR, 2.84% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
7-4.1355.85%1.24%
4-4.4651.25%3.95%
4-4.6246.15%4.80%
3-5.5930.18%3.55%
1-5.9124.62%2.84%

9 champions have the Arcanist trait. These champions synergize with Neeko, Sylas : Sylas (71.17% WR, 0.73% PR), Swain (58.78% WR, 31.04% PR), Lux (58.37% WR, 9.09% PR), Annie (56.96% WR, 2.54% PR), Veigar (55.83% WR, 3.58% PR), Ahri (49.84% WR, 8.39% PR), Kog'Maw (48.10% WR, 7.40% PR), Neeko (47.46% WR, 15.96% PR), Lulu (46.61% WR, 7.34% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
4-4.0158.78%31.04%
4-4.1258.37%9.09%
5-4.1356.96%2.54%
4-4.1155.83%3.58%
3-4.4749.84%8.39%
1-4.5848.10%7.40%
1-4.6546.61%7.34%

8 champions have the Noxus trait. These champions synergize with Darius: Mel (64.59% WR, 2.44% PR), Swain (58.78% WR, 31.04% PR), Ambessa (51.59% WR, 7.07% PR), Darius (50.75% WR, 3.42% PR), Draven (47.39% WR, 6.92% PR), Sion (47.24% WR, 8.87% PR), LeBlanc (46.66% WR, 3.34% PR), Briar (44.62% WR, 6.39% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.7864.59%2.44%
4-4.0158.78%31.04%
4-4.4251.59%7.07%
3-4.6447.39%6.92%
2-4.6747.24%8.87%
3-4.6646.66%3.34%
1-4.8244.62%6.39%

7 champions have the Freljord trait. These champions synergize with Sejuani: Volibear (72.00% WR, 6.65% PR), Braum (55.35% WR, 10.99% PR), Lissandra (53.68% WR, 7.34% PR), Sejuani (49.73% WR, 7.18% PR), Tryndamere (48.34% WR, 2.39% PR), Ashe (46.05% WR, 3.70% PR), Anivia (45.15% WR, 2.88% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.3972.00%6.65%
4-4.2455.35%10.99%
4-4.3453.68%7.34%
2-4.6348.34%2.39%
2-4.7446.05%3.70%
1-4.7945.15%2.88%

10 champions have the Ionia trait. These champions synergize with Kennen : Sett (62.21% WR, 7.26% PR), Yone (61.99% WR, 2.00% PR), Wukong (54.66% WR, 15.45% PR), Yunara (53.70% WR, 10.26% PR), Shen (50.31% WR, 12.02% PR), Ahri (49.84% WR, 8.39% PR), Kennen (48.83% WR, 13.24% PR), Xin Zhao (47.48% WR, 12.46% PR), Yasuo (42.80% WR, 5.28% PR), Jhin (37.13% WR, 3.26% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Win Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.8162.21%7.26%
4-3.8861.99%2.00%
4-4.2354.66%15.45%
4-4.2753.70%10.26%
1-4.4750.31%12.02%
3-4.4749.84%8.39%
2-4.6747.48%12.46%
2-4.8942.80%5.28%
1-5.1937.13%3.26%

1 champion have the Chainbreaker trait. These champions synergize with Sylas : Sylas (71.17% WR, 0.73% PR)

Synergizes with these Defender champions:

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Defender Trait Synergies - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits synergize with Defender in TFT Set 16?

The Defender trait synergizes with 9 different traits in TFT Set 16. The most common synergy traits are Demacia, Piltover, and Zaun, which frequently appear alongside Defender champions in successful team compositions.

What is the best trait to pair with Defender?

Demacia is the strongest trait pairing with Defender in TFT Set 16. This combination creates powerful synergies that enhance both trait bonuses and allows for flexible team building strategies.

How many champions have both Defender and other traits?

Champions with the Defender trait also carry 9 other synergy traits in TFT Set 16. Demacia has the most overlap with 2 shared champions, making it a natural pairing for Defender compositions.

What are the top Defender trait combinations?

The top Defender trait combinations in TFT Set 16 include Demacia, Piltover, and Zaun. These synergies work well together because they share multiple champions and provide complementary bonuses that strengthen your overall team composition.