Hecarim TFT champion portrait - Set 18
Avg Place
4.49
1st Place
29.5%
Top 4
49.7%

HecarimTFT Stats

Set 18
Set18
Matches500,000
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedSep 12, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Gain Armor and Magic Resist for 3 seconds and restore %i:scaleAP% Health over the duration. Launch spectral riders at the nearest enemies, dealing %i:scaleAP% magic damage and Stunning them for seconds.
Severe Contested Risk
Hecarim has a Very High contested risk with a 18.40% pick rate. This 3-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Hecarim include Defender/Elderwood, Brawler/Defender, Elderwood/Lunar.
Flexible Role
This unit can be played as either carry or support depending on the comp

Hecarim is flexible and can be played as either a carry or support depending on your team composition. If itemizing as carry, consider Steadfast Heart, Evenshroud and Sunfire Cape.

Strategy Guide

Flex
Highly Contested
Prioritize BiS
Flexible
Roll Lvl 7
3-Cost
Below Avg
Role
Hecarim is flexible and can be itemized as a carry or played for utility depending on your comp.
Leveling
Roll at level 7 for optimal odds to find Hecarim. Balance economy with rolling.
Items
Best-in-slot build is Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmogs Armor with a 59.5% top 4 rate (+9.8% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Defender/Elderwood (94.7%), Defender/Elderwood (89.8%).
Contest Warning
Hecarim has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Hecarim is a flexible unit that fits into 8+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Hecarim activates Elderwood, Vanguard. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Hecarim performance analysis shows exceptional popularity (89th percentile) and below average average placement (38th percentile). Hecarim's six key metrics: win rate (34th percentile), popularity (89th percentile), average placement (38th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Hecarim

Hecarim is a 3-cost champion in TFT Set 18 with a 49.7% win rate and 4.49 average placement. Hecarim has a 18.4% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Good 4.49 average placement for climbing
  • Popular meta pick with 18.4% play rate
  • Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions

Weaknesses

  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Balance economy and rolling to hit Hecarim at the right timing.

2

Itemization

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

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Hecarim with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Hecarim Set 18 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hecarim good in TFT Set 18?

Hecarim is currently a D-tier champion with a 49.68% win rate and 4.49 average placement in TFT Set 18. This makes Hecarim a niche pick that ranks 11th among 14 3-cost champions. Hecarim activates the Elderwood and Vanguard traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Hecarim in TFT?

The best items for Hecarim in TFT Set 18 are Steadfast Heart (57.7% win rate), Evenshroud (57.4% win rate) and Sunfire Cape (56.9% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate and Warmogs Armor, achieving a 59.5% top 4 rate. Visit the Hecarim Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Hecarim in TFT Set 18?

The best team compositions featuring Hecarim in TFT Set 18 are Defender/Elderwood (94.7% win rate), Defender/Elderwood (89.8% win rate) and Defender/Elderwood (87.3% win rate). Hecarim is a flexible unit that fits into 8+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Hecarim Comps page.

Is Hecarim a carry or support in TFT?

Hecarim is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 18. As a 3-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Hecarim your best items, ideally Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate and Warmogs Armor. Level up to find Hecarim and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Hecarim in TFT?

Hecarim has the highest shop odds at level 7 with a 14.29% chance to appear in each shop slot. Balance your economy with rolling at level 7-8 to find copies of Hecarim.

What traits does Hecarim have in TFT Set 18?

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

How does Hecarim compare to other 3-cost units?

Hecarim ranks 11th out of 14 3-cost champions in win rate (49.68%) in TFT Set 18. With a 18.40% pick rate and 4.49 average placement, Hecarim is a situational 3-cost option. Similar 3-cost alternatives include Azir, Tristana and Diana.

Is Hecarim contested in TFT Set 18?

Hecarim has a high pick rate of 18.40%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 18. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Hecarim, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.

See Also

Hecarim BuildHecarim CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items