Elder DragonTFT Comps
Apex Predator
Riftbeast
5 CostThe best Elder Dragon team comp features Brawler , Invoker , Riftbeast , Ravager , Vanguard , Emerald Aspect , and Apex Predator with a 88.76% win rate. The most popular Elder Dragon comp uses Brawler , Invoker , Riftbeast , Ravager , Vanguard , Emerald Aspect , and Apex Predator and is picked 0.69% of the time in TFT Set 18.
Explore the best TFT team compositions featuring Elder Dragon as a core unit in your lineup. Our analysis covers 11 viable team comps that include Elder Dragon, with an average win rate of 73.91% across all compositions. The top performing Elder Dragon comp achieves an impressive 88.76% win rate, built around Brawler, Invoker, Riftbeast traits, while alternative builds leverage Brawler, Invoker. This comprehensive table shows every competitive team composition using Elder Dragon, sorted by win rate to help you find the strongest builds for climbing ranked. Each composition displays the complete champion lineup, optimal item builds for carry units, all active traits with breakpoints, and detailed performance statistics including average placement, win rate, first place rate, and pick rate. Toggle between 8 and 9 champion compositions using the filters above to match your preferred board state.
Avg Place 2.42 | Top 4 88.76% | First Place 36.69% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 2.29 | Top 4 88.17% | First Place 37.20% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 2.27 | Top 4 88.14% | First Place 35.65% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 2.90 | Top 4 75.38% | First Place 38.68% | Moderate Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.11 | Top 4 75.31% | First Place 12.57% | Moderate Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.50 | Top 4 72.36% | First Place 6.29% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.50 | Top 4 72.02% | First Place 8.97% | High Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.74 | Top 4 65.83% | First Place 6.15% | Moderate Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.82 | Top 4 65.71% | First Place 5.94% | Moderate Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 3.83 | Top 4 61.89% | First Place 8.14% | Moderate Contested Risk | |||
Avg Place 4.08 | Top 4 59.41% | First Place 7.39% | Moderate Contested Risk | |||
Elder Dragon Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 18
Riftbeast
Apex Predator
Invoker
Ravager
Brawler
VanguardPrimary Synergies
Elder Dragon excels in compositions that leverage Riftbeast, Apex Predator, Invoker synergies. The Riftbeast trait appears in 100% of Elder Dragon comps with a 80.1% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.
Supporting Traits
Supporting traits like Ravager, Brawler, Vanguard complement Elder Dragon comps by providing additional utility and stat bonuses. These secondary synergies often activate naturally when building your core composition, adding defensive or offensive capabilities without requiring dedicated slots.
How to Play the Best Elder Dragon Comp
Stage 2-3Early Game
Start your game by picking up Pebbles, Murkwolf. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 88.8% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.
Stage 3-4Mid Game
Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Krug. These 3-cost units are crucial for this composition's power spike and help complete key trait breakpoints. Level to 6-7 and stabilize your board.
Stage 4-5Late Game
Elder Dragon is your late game addition. Complete this Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast composition with Brambleback, Sentinel, Gnar, Taric in the late game. These high-cost units are essential for the comp's 88.8% win rate. Level to 8-9 and prioritize 2-starring your carries.
ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Elder Dragon Comp
For optimal Elder Dragon itemization in this Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast comp, prioritize equipping Gnar with Thief's Gloves. Secondary item holders include Elder Dragon (Infinity Edge, Last Whisper, Striker's Flail); Pebbles (Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap); Sentinel (Gargoyle Stoneplate, Protector's Vow, Spirit Visage); Taric (Steadfast Heart, Sunfire Cape, Warmogs Armor); Brambleback (Deathblade, Infinity Edge, Quicksilver); Krug (Adaptive Helm, Evenshroud, Spirit Visage); Murkwolf (Bloodthirster, Giant Slayer, Sterak's Gage). Focus on collecting the right components during carousel rounds and PvE stages to complete these Best in Slot (BiS) items for maximum damage output and survivability.
PriorityTop Components to Look for on Carousel
When playing this Elder Dragon Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast comp, prioritize Sparring Gloves, Giant's Belt, B.F. Sword, Tear Of The Goddess during carousel rounds and PvE stages. Sparring Gloves is the most valuable component, appearing in 9 of the core items for this composition. Early carousel priority should focus on these key components to ensure you can complete your carry items by mid-game. If contested, look for completed items or flexible components that can pivot into multiple BiS options.
Pivot Suggestions
When playing Elder Dragon in TFT Set 18, the Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast composition with a 88.8% win rate is often the strongest choice. However, in competitive lobbies, other players may contest key units, making it difficult to 2-star your carries. Knowing when and how to pivot to alternative Elder Dragon team comps is essential for maintaining a top 4 placement. Below are the best pivot compositions that share core units with the optimal Elder Dragon build, allowing for a smooth transition without sacrificing too much board strength.
Pivot Option 1: Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast
This Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast composition shares 75% of its units with the best Elder Dragon comp, achieving a 88.2% win rate. You'll need to sell Brambleback, Murkwolf from your board and replace them with Cinderling, Scuttlecrab. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Elder Dragon's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
Pivot Option 2: Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast
This Brawler/Invoker/Riftbeast composition shares 75% of its units with the best Elder Dragon comp, achieving a 88.1% win rate. You'll need to sell Murkwolf, Taric from your board and replace them with Cinderling, Scuttlecrab. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Elder Dragon's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
Pivot Option 3: Invoker/Riftbeast/Apex Predator
This Invoker/Riftbeast/Apex Predator composition shares 63% of its units with the best Elder Dragon comp, achieving a 75.3% win rate. You'll need to sell Gnar, Murkwolf, Taric from your board and replace them with Cinderling, Gromp, Scuttlecrab. Best executed during Stage 4 when you have economy to find the new pieces. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Elder Dragon's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
When to Pivot Your Elder Dragon TFT Comp
Recognizing when to pivot is just as important as knowing what to pivot to. Scout your lobby early and often - if you see 2 or more players building the same Elder Dragon composition, consider transitioning to one of these alternative builds. The best time to pivot is typically during Stage 3-4, before you've fully committed your gold and items to the contested build. Remember that a completed pivot comp with 2-star units will almost always outperform a contested comp stuck at 1-star. Use these Elder Dragon pivot strategies to adapt to your lobby and secure consistent top 4 finishes in TFT Set 18.
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Elder Dragon Set 18 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest win rate Elder Dragon team comp?
The highest win rate Elder Dragon team comp features Elder Dragon, Gnar, Pebbles, Brambleback, Krug, Murkwolf, Sentinel, and Taric with a 88.76% win rate. This comp utilizes the Brawler, Invoker, Riftbeast, Ravager, Vanguard, Emerald Aspect, and Apex Predator traits and is picked 0.69% of the time.
Which Elder Dragon team comp is most popular?
The most popular Elder Dragon team comp uses Elder Dragon, Gnar, Pebbles, Brambleback, Krug, Murkwolf, Sentinel, and Taric with a pick rate of 0.69%. This composition features the Brawler, Invoker, Riftbeast, Ravager, Vanguard, Emerald Aspect, and Apex Predator traits and has a 88.76% win rate.
Which Elder Dragon TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?
The Elder Dragon comp with the highest first place rate includes Elder Dragon, Ivern, Kennen, Maokai, Amumu, Draven, Sentinel, and Taric and achieves first place 38.68% of the time. This comp uses the Greenfather, Inferno, Old Growth, Riftbeast, Vanguard, Emerald Aspect, Juggernaut, Bounty Seeker, and Apex Predator traits and has a 75.38% overall win rate.
Which Elder Dragon comp has the best average placement?
The Elder Dragon comp with the best average placement features Elder Dragon, Gnar, Pebbles, Brambleback, Krug, Murkwolf, Sentinel, and Taric with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Brawler, Invoker, Riftbeast, Ravager, Vanguard, Emerald Aspect, and Apex Predator traits and maintains a 88.76% win rate.
What are the most common TFT traits used in Elder Dragon TFT comps?
The most common traits found in Elder Dragon comps are Riftbeast, Apex Predator, Invoker, Ravager, and Brawler. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Elder Dragon team compositions and provide strong synergies with Elder Dragon's abilities and playstyle.