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Avg Win Rate
49.28%
Champions
6
Comps
13

Vanguard TFT Trait Synergies

Set 17
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Vanguard synergizes with 8 traits in TFT Set 16.21. Top pairings: Anima, Shepherd, Dark Star. Discover optimal trait combinations for stronger Vanguard team compositions.

Champions with the Vanguard trait frequently pair with Anima, Shepherd, and Dark Star in TFT Set 18. These 8 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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5 champions have the Anima trait. These champions synergize with Illaoi: Fiora (61.32% WR, 11.98% PR), Illaoi (49.78% WR, 25.01% PR), Briar (48.57% WR, 13.59% PR), Aurora (44.52% WR, 7.03% PR), Jinx (34.53% WR, 3.87% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Top 4 Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.8961.32%11.98%
1-4.6348.57%13.59%
3-4.8044.52%7.03%
2-5.3434.53%3.87%

6 champions have the Shepherd trait. These champions synergize with Illaoi: Sona (60.86% WR, 8.64% PR), LeBlanc (52.11% WR, 9.34% PR), Teemo (51.88% WR, 10.44% PR), Lissandra (51.77% WR, 20.50% PR), Meepsie (50.85% WR, 24.61% PR), Illaoi (49.78% WR, 25.01% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Top 4 Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.9160.86%8.64%
4-4.3952.11%9.34%
1-4.4251.88%10.44%
1-4.4151.77%20.50%
2-4.4550.85%24.61%

6 champions have the Dark Star trait. These champions synergize with Mordekaiser: Jhin (66.19% WR, 15.22% PR), Kai'Sa (53.73% WR, 19.24% PR), Karma (53.44% WR, 19.96% PR), Lissandra (51.77% WR, 20.50% PR), Mordekaiser (50.30% WR, 31.78% PR), Cho'Gath (50.03% WR, 18.68% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Top 4 Rate
Pick Rate
5-3.6366.19%15.22%
3-4.3153.73%19.24%
4-4.3053.44%19.96%
1-4.4151.77%20.50%
1-4.4850.03%18.68%

7 champions have the Conduit trait. These champions synergize with Mordekaiser: Morgana (65.89% WR, 8.44% PR), Bard (60.46% WR, 10.41% PR), Mordekaiser (50.30% WR, 31.78% PR), Zoe (49.48% WR, 9.33% PR), Aurelion Sol (46.97% WR, 4.28% PR), Viktor (46.27% WR, 6.93% PR), Miss Fortune (0.00% WR, 0.00% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Top 4 Rate
Pick Rate
4-3.6365.89%8.44%
5-3.9460.46%10.41%
2-4.5449.48%9.33%
4-4.6746.97%4.28%
3-4.7046.27%6.93%
3-0.000.00%0.00%

4 champions have the Arbiter trait. These champions synergize with Leona: LeBlanc (52.11% WR, 9.34% PR), Zoe (49.48% WR, 9.33% PR), Leona (47.35% WR, 13.93% PR), Diana (39.63% WR, 4.09% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Top 4 Rate
Pick Rate
4-4.3952.11%9.34%
2-4.5449.48%9.33%
3-5.0239.63%4.09%

1 champion has the Party Animal trait. These champions synergize with Blitzcrank: Blitzcrank (61.00% WR, 13.89% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

7 champions have the Space Groove trait. These champions synergize with Nasus, Blitzcrank: Blitzcrank (61.00% WR, 13.89% PR), Nami (56.39% WR, 9.11% PR), Teemo (51.88% WR, 10.44% PR), Gwen (50.61% WR, 8.31% PR), Nasus (49.18% WR, 11.32% PR), Samira (48.41% WR, 5.30% PR), Ornn (45.64% WR, 9.57% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Top 4 Rate
Pick Rate
4-4.1956.39%9.11%
1-4.4251.88%10.44%
2-4.4750.61%8.31%
3-4.5748.41%5.30%
3-4.7245.64%9.57%

7 champions have the Stargazer trait. These champions synergize with Nunu & Willump: Vex (54.20% WR, 6.31% PR), Twisted Fate (52.29% WR, 11.36% PR), Talon (52.21% WR, 10.49% PR), Xayah (51.24% WR, 9.28% PR), Jax (51.17% WR, 16.88% PR), Nunu & Willump (50.65% WR, 21.87% PR), Lulu (47.72% WR, 5.50% PR)

Synergizes with these Vanguard champions:

Champion
Cost
Tier
Avg Place
Top 4 Rate
Pick Rate
5-4.2354.20%6.31%
1-4.3952.29%11.36%
1-4.4052.21%10.49%
4-4.4051.24%9.28%
2-4.4451.17%16.88%
3-4.6147.72%5.50%
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Vanguard Trait Synergies - Frequently Asked Questions

What traits synergize with Vanguard in TFT Set 18?

The Vanguard trait synergizes with 8 different traits in TFT Set 18. The most common synergy traits are Anima, Shepherd, and Dark Star, which frequently appear alongside Vanguard champions in successful team compositions.

What is the best trait to pair with Vanguard?

Anima 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 8 other synergy traits in TFT Set 18. Space Groove has the most overlap with 2 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 Anima, Shepherd, and Dark Star. These synergies work well together because they share multiple champions and provide complementary bonuses that strengthen your overall team composition.