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5 CostBest Gnar build for TFT Set 18 with 81.4% top 4 rate. Top items: Giant Slayer, Quicksilver, and Sterak's Gage. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 18 Gnar builds: Bloodthirster, Edge of Night, Sterak's Gage (81.36% top four rate, +12.58% difference); Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Titan's Resolve (75.24% top four rate, +6.46% difference); Thief's Gloves (74.46% top four rate, +5.68% difference)
Gnar Component Priority Order in Set 18
When playing Gnar in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Negatron Cloak and Chain Vest are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Gnar'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 Gnar?
B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Gnar, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Sterak's Gage, Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Gnar's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Gnar, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Gnar's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Gnar, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Titan's Resolve, Last Whisper, which are core items for maximizing Gnar's effectiveness.
Gnar Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Gnar's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for B.F. Sword or Sparring Gloves 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 Gnar's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Gnar in Set 18
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Gnar Itemization in Set 18
Gnar's best item build provides +12.6% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Itemized Gnar achieves 3.16 average placement, consistently finishing in top positions.
Itemized Gnar achieves 27.1% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 5-cost champion, Gnar has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Gnar Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Gnar itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Gnar has a base top four rate of 68.8%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Gnar item build achieves a 81.4% top four rate, representing a +12.6% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Gnar achieves 75.2% top four rate (+6.4% vs base) with 3.16 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Gnar achieves a 27.1% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Gnar a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Gnar
- When you find Gnar early and can build around it as your primary carry
- When you have the optimal item components (check the Component Priority section above)
- When the lobby isn't heavily contesting Gnar's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Gnar
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Gnar Items in TFT Set 18
The best Gnar item is Giant Slayer with a 78.57% win rate (+9.79% vs base), 14.96% first place rate, and 3.54% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 10.83% pick rate and 74.43% win rate. Last Whisper has the highest first place rate at 17.07%. The top three Gnar items are Giant Slayer, Quicksilver, and Sterak's Gage.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 78.57% | +9.79% | 14.96% | 3.54% | 3,264 | ||
  | A | 78.07% | +9.29% | 15.79% | 3.53% | 3,252 | ||
 | S | 77.04% | +8.26% | 15.40% | 9.78% | 9,006 | ||
| 4 |  | A | 76.61% | +7.83% | 15.74% | 5.37% | 4,946 | |
| 5 | | B | 74.97% | +6.19% | 13.94% | 8.40% | 7,733 | |
| 6 | | C | 74.43% | +5.65% | 13.01% | 10.83% | 9,973 | |
| 7 | | A | 74.45% | +5.67% | 16.63% | 10.25% | 9,434 | |
| 8 |  | C | 74.47% | +5.69% | 14.12% | 6.15% | 5,661 | |
| 9 | | B | 74.24% | +5.46% | 17.07% | 2.35% | 2,160 | |
| 10 | | C | 72.65% | +3.87% | 15.76% | 2.16% | 1,989 | |
| 11 | | C | 71.29% | +2.51% | 14.27% | 2.90% | 2,670 | |
| 12 |  | F | 67.10% | -1.68% | 13.37% | 2.47% | 2,275 |
Best Gnar Artifact Items in TFT Set 18
The best Gnar artifact item is Zhonya's Paradox with a 75.61% win rate (+6.83% vs base), 15.37% first place rate, and 0.05% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Force with a 0.34% pick rate and 74.98% win rate. Wit's End has the highest first place rate at 21.65%. The top three Gnar artifact items are Zhonya's Paradox, Infinity Force, and Mogul'sMail.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 74.98% | +6.20% | 12.98% | 0.34% | 314 | ||
| D | 75.61% | +6.83% | 15.37% | 0.05% | 48 | ||
| D | 74.67% | +5.89% | 16.19% | 0.07% | 69 | ||
| 4 | C | 70.48% | +1.70% | 14.44% | 0.24% | 225 | |
| 5 | F | 69.56% | +0.78% | 12.76% | 0.24% | 224 | |
| 6 | C | 71.63% | +2.85% | 15.92% | 0.08% | 73 | |
| 7 | C | 74.39% | +5.61% | 16.49% | 0.03% | 25 | |
| 8 | F | 74.87% | +6.09% | 13.38% | 0.02% | 18 | |
| 9 | F | 69.20% | +0.42% | 14.16% | 0.10% | 88 | |
| 10 | S | 69.03% | +0.25% | 21.65% | 0.07% | 68 | |
| 11 | B | 67.77% | -1.01% | 16.35% | 0.09% | 83 | |
| 12 | A | 72.54% | +3.76% | 17.86% | 0.02% | 18 | |
| 13 | D | 67.63% | -1.15% | 15.73% | 0.03% | 30 | |
| 14 | S | 66.44% | -2.34% | 21.48% | 0.04% | 37 | |
| 15 | C | 68.50% | -0.28% | 15.03% | 0.02% | 22 | |
| 16 | D | 63.07% | -5.71% | 16.71% | 0.06% | 53 | |
| 17 | C | 69.73% | +0.95% | 14.97% | 0.02% | 14 | |
| 18 | D | 65.25% | -3.53% | 14.45% | 0.03% | 32 | |
| 19 | D | 62.42% | -6.36% | 15.96% | 0.05% | 49 | |
| 20 | C | 65.76% | -3.02% | 15.62% | 0.03% | 27 | |
| 21 | D | 68.93% | +0.15% | 14.33% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 22 | C | 60.35% | -8.43% | 15.24% | 0.03% | 30 |
Best Gnar Radiant Items in TFT Set 18
The best Gnar radiant item is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 72.84% win rate (+4.06% vs base), 15.51% first place rate, and 0.33% pick rate. The top three Gnar radiant items are Radiant Thief's Gloves, Radiant Titan's Resolve, and Radiant Sterak's Gage.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 72.84% | +4.06% | 15.51% | 0.33% | 302 | ||
| C | 70.15% | +1.37% | 12.99% | 0.04% | 38 | ||
| D | 69.53% | +0.75% | 10.84% | 0.04% | 40 | ||
| 4 | F | 65.76% | -3.02% | 12.25% | 0.03% | 27 | |
| 5 | D | 67.89% | -0.89% | 14.69% | 0.02% | 18 | |
| 6 | F | 58.18% | -10.60% | 10.75% | 0.07% | 63 | |
| 7 | B | 65.49% | -3.29% | 16.80% | 0.02% | 15 | |
| 8 | C | 55.77% | -13.01% | 17.60% | 0.01% | 13 |
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Gnar Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gnar's best build in Set 18?
The best Gnar build in TFT Set 18 features Bloodthirster, Edge of Night, and Sterak's Gage as core items. This build has a 81.36% win rate and is picked 0.23% of the time. First place rate: 28.20%, avg placement: 2.88.
What is the best item for Gnar?
Giant Slayer is the best item for Gnar with a 78.57% win rate and 3.54% pick rate across 3,264 matches.
Which item is most popular on Gnar?
Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Gnar with a 10.83% pick rate. It has a 74.43% win rate across 9,973 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Gnar?
The top 3 items for Gnar are Giant Slayer, Quicksilver, and Sterak's Gage. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Gnar's kit.
How many matches do the Gnar item builds have?
The Gnar item build data is based on 62,363 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Giant Slayer on Gnar?
Giant Slayer is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 78.57% win rate on Gnar.
What components should I prioritize for Gnar in TFT Set 18?
Priority components for Gnar are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Gnar's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Gnar in TFT?
On carousel for Gnar TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for Gnar's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Gnar in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Gnar is a strong item holder with a 81.4% win rate when properly itemized. Gnar should be a priority for your items in Gnar comps.
Is Gnar a good item holder in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Gnar is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 68.8% to 81.4%. Gnar scales well with items.
What is Gnar's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?
Gnar's top 4 rate when itemized is 75.2%. With proper items, Gnar significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Gnar emblem?
The best emblem for Gnar is Rapidfire Emblem with a 76.49% win rate. This emblem activates the Rapidfire trait on Gnar, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Gnar radiant item?
The top radiant item for Gnar is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 72.84% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Gnar artifact?
The best artifact for Gnar is Zhonya's Paradox with a 75.61% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Gnar's kit.