AzirTFT Build
Blackthorn
Executioner
Summoner
3 CostBest Azir build for TFT Set 18 with 56.8% top 4 rate. Top items: Red Buff, Thief's Gloves, and Giant Slayer. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 18 Azir builds: Thief's Gloves (56.80% top four rate, +6.69% difference); Giant Slayer, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet (51.15% top four rate, +1.04% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Nashor's Tooth, Void Staff (47.40% top four rate, -2.71% difference)
Azir Component Priority Order in Set 18
When playing Azir in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. B.F. Sword and Tear Of The Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Azir's highest win rate items and will help you secure consistent top four placements. Focus on slamming items early using these components rather than holding for perfect items, as tempo is crucial for maintaining a healthy economy.
Why These Components for Azir?
Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Azir, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Red Buff, Giant Slayer, Void Staff, which are core items for maximizing Azir's effectiveness.
Needlessly Large Rod is the 2nd priority component for Azir, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Rabadon's Deathcap, Archangel's Staff, which are core items for maximizing Azir's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Azir, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Azir's effectiveness.
Azir Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Azir's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Recurve Bow or Needlessly Large Rod to complete your core items. Don't greed for perfect components—slam items to preserve HP.
- Late Game (Stage 5+): Use any remaining components to build utility items or complete Azir's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Azir in Set 18
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Azir Itemization in Set 18
Azir's optimal items provide +6.7% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.
3 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
Even when itemized, Azir only achieves 4.55 average placement.
Azir is a 3-cost unit that can serve as either a primary carry or support depending on your composition.
Azir Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Azir itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Azir has a base top four rate of 50.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Azir item build achieves a 56.8% top four rate, representing a +6.7% difference from the base rate. 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 3 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Azir achieves 49.4% top four rate (-0.7% vs base) with 4.55 average placement.
Itemized Azir has a 8.7% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Azir
- When Azir fits naturally into your composition's traits
- When you have item components that build Azir's best items
- When higher-cost carries aren't available or are heavily contested
✗When NOT to Itemize Azir
- When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
- When Azir's optimal items don't match your available components
Best Azir Items in TFT Set 18
The best Azir item is Red Buff with a 57.86% win rate (+7.75% vs base), 16.63% first place rate, and 2.77% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 19.74% pick rate and 44.57% win rate. Thief's Gloves has the highest first place rate at 16.63%. The top three Azir items are Red Buff, Thief's Gloves, and Giant Slayer.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | S | 57.86% | +7.75% | 16.63% | 2.77% | 1,611 | ||
 | A | 56.80% | +6.69% | 16.63% | 3.69% | 2,145 | ||
 | B | 51.23% | +1.12% | 14.96% | 5.51% | 3,199 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 49.80% | -0.31% | 14.30% | 3.87% | 2,249 | |
| 5 |  | A | 48.15% | -1.96% | 15.64% | 6.55% | 3,804 | |
| 6 | | B | 47.87% | -2.24% | 14.96% | 4.36% | 2,535 | |
| 7 |  | B | 47.16% | -2.95% | 13.96% | 5.63% | 3,269 | |
| 8 | | B | 46.21% | -3.90% | 13.49% | 4.95% | 2,878 | |
| 9 | | F | 44.57% | -5.54% | 13.37% | 19.74% | 11,466 | |
| 10 | | C | 44.49% | -5.62% | 13.25% | 8.21% | 4,771 | |
| 11 | | C | 37.64% | -12.47% | 14.71% | 3.28% | 1,905 |
Best Azir Artifact Items in TFT Set 18
The best Azir artifact item is Wit's End with a 55.44% win rate (+5.33% vs base), 21.65% first place rate, and 0.16% pick rate. The most popular is Flickerblades with a 0.53% pick rate and 51.50% win rate. The top three Azir artifact items are Wit's End, Gold Collector, and Flickerblades.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| S | 55.44% | +5.33% | 21.65% | 0.16% | 95 | ||
| S | 51.50% | +1.39% | 21.48% | 0.53% | 310 | ||
| D | 46.32% | -3.79% | 14.33% | 0.42% | 246 | ||
| 4 | D | 45.10% | -5.01% | 14.45% | 0.27% | 158 | |
| 5 | C | 53.32% | +3.21% | 16.49% | 0.04% | 21 | |
| 6 | B | 48.63% | -1.48% | 16.35% | 0.08% | 46 | |
| 7 | C | 41.94% | -8.17% | 14.53% | 0.23% | 136 | |
| 8 | D | 44.55% | -5.56% | 12.98% | 0.10% | 57 | |
| 9 | C | 45.04% | -5.07% | 15.92% | 0.08% | 45 | |
| 10 | D | 41.29% | -8.82% | 12.90% | 0.13% | 78 | |
| 11 | B | 39.57% | -10.54% | 15.78% | 0.15% | 85 | |
| 12 | A | 41.45% | -8.66% | 15.11% | 0.07% | 39 | |
| 13 | D | 36.14% | -13.97% | 15.96% | 0.11% | 65 | |
| 14 | D | 38.84% | -11.27% | 15.73% | 0.06% | 33 | |
| 15 | B | 35.96% | -14.15% | 16.26% | 0.08% | 46 | |
| 16 | D | 37.77% | -12.34% | 13.80% | 0.06% | 32 | |
| 17 | D | 45.91% | -4.20% | 15.37% | 0.02% | 11 | |
| 18 | D | 37.12% | -12.99% | 16.71% | 0.06% | 33 |
Best Azir Radiant Items in TFT Set 18
The best Azir radiant item is Radiant Giant Slayer with a 48.02% win rate (-2.09% vs base), 16.80% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 0.21% pick rate and 41.74% win rate. Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade has the highest first place rate at 17.60%. The top three Azir radiant items are Radiant Giant Slayer, Radiant Hextech Gunblade, and Radiant Nashor's Tooth.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 41.74% | -8.37% | 17.60% | 0.21% | 120 | ||
| B | 48.02% | -2.09% | 16.80% | 0.04% | 24 | ||
| B | 41.82% | -8.29% | 15.51% | 0.08% | 48 | ||
| 4 | F | 44.01% | -6.10% | 13.60% | 0.06% | 33 | |
| 5 | D | 43.80% | -6.31% | 12.78% | 0.05% | 31 | |
| 6 | D | 43.03% | -7.08% | 15.05% | 0.06% | 32 | |
| 7 | C | 41.17% | -8.94% | 16.12% | 0.06% | 37 | |
| 8 | F | 44.94% | -5.17% | 13.23% | 0.02% | 14 | |
| 9 | F | 37.29% | -12.82% | 10.39% | 0.04% | 22 | |
| 10 | D | 37.58% | -12.53% | 12.78% | 0.02% | 11 |
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Azir Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Azir's best build in Set 18?
The best Azir build in TFT Set 18 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 56.80% win rate and is picked 3.69% of the time. First place rate: 12.95%, avg placement: 4.20.
What is the best item for Azir?
Red Buff is the best item for Azir with a 57.86% win rate and 2.77% pick rate across 1,611 matches.
Which item is most popular on Azir?
Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Azir with a 19.74% pick rate. It has a 44.57% win rate across 11,466 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Azir?
The top 3 items for Azir are Red Buff, Thief's Gloves, and Giant Slayer. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Azir's kit.
How many matches do the Azir item builds have?
The Azir item build data is based on 41,233 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Red Buff on Azir?
Red Buff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 57.86% win rate on Azir.
What components should I prioritize for Azir in TFT Set 18?
Priority components for Azir are Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, and Sparring Gloves. These components build into Azir's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Azir in TFT?
On carousel for Azir TFT builds, prioritize Recurve Bow. These components are essential for Azir's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Azir in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Azir is a strong item holder with a 56.8% win rate when properly itemized. Azir should be a priority for your items in Azir comps.
Is Azir a good item holder in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Azir is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 50.1% to 56.8%. Azir scales well with items.
What is Azir's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?
Azir's top 4 rate when itemized is 49.4%. With proper items, Azir matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Azir emblem?
The best emblem for Azir is Inferno Emblem with a 59.94% win rate. This emblem activates the Inferno trait on Azir, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Azir radiant item?
The top radiant item for Azir is Radiant Striker's Flail with a 50.09% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Azir artifact?
The best artifact for Azir is Wit's End with a 55.44% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Azir's kit.