Gnar TFT champion portrait - Set 18
Avg Place
3.48
1st Place
30.2%
Top 4
68.3%

GnarTFT Stats

Set 18
Set18
Matches500,000
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedSep 12, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Passive: Gain Rage per second and Rage per attack. \n \nActive: Transform into Mega Gnar and leap into the largest group of enemies within hexes. Then, deal %i:scaleAD% physical damage to enemies within hexes, reduce their Armor and Magic Resist by %i:scaleAP%, and Stun them for second. Mega Gnar gains Health, and replaces his Ability with Grab n' Throw. \n \nGrab n' Throw: Throw the target at the farthest enemy, dealing %i:scaleAD% physical damage to them and %i:scaleAD% physical damage to enemies they pass through. If there's only 1 enemy left, throw them off the battlefield instead.
Severe Contested Risk
Gnar has a Very High contested risk with a 18.23% pick rate. This 5-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Gnar include Brawler/Elderwood, Blackthorn/Brawler, Blossom/Adaptor.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 95% of team compositions, Gnar is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 5-cost unit, Gnar brings strong late-game utility to your team.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Level 9+
5-Cost
High Value
Role
Gnar is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Find Gnar by leveling to 9+. This 5-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Brawler/Greenfather (98.0%), Blackthorn/Brawler (95.8%).
Contest Warning
Gnar has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Gnar is a flexible unit that fits into 15+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Gnar activates Brawler, Elderwood, Sprykin. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Gnar performance analysis shows exceptional win rate (98th percentile) and exceptional average placement (98th percentile). Gnar's six key metrics: win rate (98th percentile), popularity (88th percentile), average placement (98th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Gnar

Gnar is a 5-cost champion in TFT Set 18 with a 68.3% win rate and 3.48 average placement. Gnar has a 18.2% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 68.3% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Excellent 3.48 average placement for consistent top 4
  • Popular meta pick with 18.2% play rate
  • Premium 5-cost unit with powerful late-game impact

Weaknesses

  • High 5-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Save gold early and level to find Gnar at higher levels.

2

Itemization

Gnar works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Gnar with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Gnar Set 18 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gnar good in TFT Set 18?

Gnar is currently a A-tier champion with a 68.33% win rate and 3.48 average placement in TFT Set 18. This makes Gnar a strong pick that ranks 1st among 10 5-cost champions. Gnar activates the Brawler, Elderwood and Sprykin traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Gnar in TFT?

The best items for Gnar in TFT Set 18 are Quicksilver (77.7% win rate), Giant Slayer (77.4% win rate) and Sterak's Gage (76.8% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Bloodthirster, Edge of Night and Sterak's Gage, achieving a 80.7% top 4 rate. Visit the Gnar Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Gnar in TFT Set 18?

The best team compositions featuring Gnar in TFT Set 18 are Brawler/Greenfather (98.0% win rate), Blackthorn/Brawler (95.8% win rate) and Blackthorn/Brawler (93.4% win rate). Gnar is a flexible unit that fits into 15+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Gnar Comps page.

Is Gnar a carry or support in TFT?

Gnar is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 18. As a 5-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Gnar your best items, ideally Bloodthirster, Edge of Night and Sterak's Gage. Level up to find Gnar and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Gnar in TFT?

Gnar has the highest shop odds at level 10 with a 12.5% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 5-cost unit, prioritize leveling to 9+ before rolling to maximize your odds of finding Gnar.

What traits does Gnar have in TFT Set 18?

Gnar has the Brawler, Elderwood and Sprykin traits in TFT Set 18. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Gnar Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Gnar compare to other 5-cost units?

Gnar ranks 1st out of 10 5-cost champions in win rate (68.33%) in TFT Set 18. With a 18.23% pick rate and 3.48 average placement, Gnar is one of the strongest 5-cost option. Similar 5-cost alternatives include Alune, Lux and Ashe.

Is Gnar contested in TFT Set 18?

Gnar has a high pick rate of 18.23%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 18. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Gnar, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.

See Also

Gnar BuildGnar CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items