Master Yi TFT champion portrait - Set 18
Avg Place
4.55
1st Place
17.8%
Top 4
48.9%

Master YiTFT Comps

Set 18
Set18
Matches500,000
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedSep 5, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology

The best Master Yi team comp features Blossom , Adaptor , Primal , Caustic , and Juggernaut with a 82.65% win rate. The most popular Master Yi comp uses Blossom , Brawler , Adaptor , Primal , Caustic , and Juggernaut and is picked 1.21% of the time in TFT Set 18.

Explore the best TFT team compositions featuring Master Yi as a core unit in your lineup. Our analysis covers 2 viable team comps that include Master Yi, with an average win rate of 78.32% across all compositions. The top performing Master Yi comp achieves an impressive 82.65% win rate, built around Blossom, Adaptor, Primal traits, while alternative builds leverage Blossom, Brawler. This comprehensive table shows every competitive team composition using Master Yi, 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.

744 gamesPick Rate0.21%
2.86
Avg Place
82.65%
Top 4 Rate
23.14%
First Place
High Contested Risk
4,298 gamesPick Rate1.21%
3.35
Avg Place
73.98%
Top 4 Rate
16.88%
First Place
Moderate Contested Risk

Master Yi Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 18

BlossomBlossom
100%75.3% WR
AdaptorAdaptor
100%75.3% WR
PrimalPrimal
100%75.3% WR
CausticCaustic
100%75.3% WR
JuggernautJuggernaut
100%75.3% WR
BrawlerBrawler
50%74.0% WR

Primary Synergies

Master Yi excels in compositions that leverage Blossom, Adaptor, Primal synergies. The Blossom trait appears in 100% of Master Yi comps with a 75.3% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.

Supporting Traits

Supporting traits like Caustic, Juggernaut, Brawler complement Master Yi 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 Master Yi Comp

Stage 2-3Early Game

Yorick
Yorick

Start your game by picking up Yorick. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 82.7% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.

Stage 3-4Mid Game

Kog'Maw
Kog'Maw
Krug
Krug
Vi
Vi

This is when Master Yi comes online. Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Kog'Maw, Krug, Vi. 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

Sett
Sett
Nidalee
Nidalee
Gnar
Gnar

Complete this Blossom/Adaptor/Primal composition with Sett, Nidalee, Gnar in the late game. These high-cost units are essential for the comp's 82.7% win rate. Level to 8-9 and prioritize 2-starring your carries.

ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Master Yi Comp

Vi
Vi
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Warmogs Armor
Krug
Krug
Thief's Gloves
Master Yi
Master Yi
Brawler Emblem
Edge of Night
Guinsoo's Rageblade
Sett
Sett
Thief's Gloves
Gnar
Gnar
Thief's Gloves
Kog'Maw
Kog'Maw
Infinity Edge
Red Buff
Spear of Shojin
Nidalee
Nidalee
Guinsoo's Rageblade
Spear of Shojin
Void Staff
Yorick
Yorick
Protector's Vow
Spirit Visage
Warmogs Armor

For optimal Master Yi itemization in this Blossom/Adaptor/Primal comp, prioritize equipping Vi with Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmogs Armor. Secondary item holders include Krug (Thief's Gloves); Master Yi (Brawler Emblem, Edge of Night, Guinsoo's Rageblade); Sett (Thief's Gloves); Gnar (Thief's Gloves); Kog'Maw (Infinity Edge, Red Buff, Spear of Shojin); Nidalee (Guinsoo's Rageblade, Spear of Shojin, Void Staff); Yorick (Protector's Vow, Spirit Visage, Warmogs Armor). 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

Sparring Gloves
Sparring Gloves×7 items
Giant's Belt
Giant's Belt×6 items
Recurve Bow
Recurve Bow×5 items
Tear Of The Goddess
Tear Of The Goddess×5 items

When playing this Master Yi Blossom/Adaptor/Primal comp, prioritize Sparring Gloves, Giant's Belt, Recurve Bow, Tear Of The Goddess during carousel rounds and PvE stages. Sparring Gloves is the most valuable component, appearing in 7 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 Master Yi in TFT Set 18, the Blossom/Adaptor/Primal composition with a 82.7% 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 Master Yi team comps is essential for maintaining a top 4 placement. Below are the best pivot compositions that share core units with the optimal Master Yi build, allowing for a smooth transition without sacrificing too much board strength.

Pivot Option 1: Blossom/Brawler/Adaptor

74.0% WR88% overlap
Keep these units
Master Yi
Sett
Yorick
Kog'Maw
Krug
Nidalee
Vi
Sell these units
Gnar
Add these units
Gromp

This Blossom/Brawler/Adaptor composition shares 88% of its units with the best Master Yi comp, achieving a 74.0% win rate. You'll need to sell Gnar from your board and replace them with Gromp. 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 Master Yi's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.

When to Pivot Your Master Yi 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 Master Yi 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 Master Yi pivot strategies to adapt to your lobby and secure consistent top 4 finishes in TFT Set 18.

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Master Yi Set 18 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest win rate Master Yi team comp?

The highest win rate Master Yi team comp features Gnar, Master Yi, Sett, Yorick, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, and Vi with a 82.65% win rate. This comp utilizes the Blossom, Adaptor, Primal, Caustic, and Juggernaut traits and is picked 0.21% of the time.

Which Master Yi team comp is most popular?

The most popular Master Yi team comp uses Master Yi, Sett, Yorick, Gromp, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, and Vi with a pick rate of 1.21%. This composition features the Blossom, Brawler, Adaptor, Primal, Caustic, and Juggernaut traits and has a 73.98% win rate.

Which Master Yi TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?

The Master Yi comp with the highest first place rate includes Gnar, Master Yi, Sett, Yorick, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, and Vi and achieves first place 23.14% of the time. This comp uses the Blossom, Adaptor, Primal, Caustic, and Juggernaut traits and has a 82.65% overall win rate.

Which Master Yi comp has the best average placement?

The Master Yi comp with the best average placement features Gnar, Master Yi, Sett, Yorick, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, and Vi with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Blossom, Adaptor, Primal, Caustic, and Juggernaut traits and maintains a 82.65% win rate.

What are the most common TFT traits used in Master Yi TFT comps?

The most common traits found in Master Yi comps are Blossom, Adaptor, Primal, Caustic, and Juggernaut. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Master Yi team compositions and provide strong synergies with Master Yi's abilities and playstyle.