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4 CostBest Brambleback build for TFT Set 18 with 63.9% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Deathblade, and Sterak's Gage. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 18 Brambleback builds: Thief's Gloves (63.94% top four rate, +9.17% difference); Bloodthirster, Edge of Night, Quicksilver (63.00% top four rate, +8.23% difference); Edge of Night, Quicksilver, Sterak's Gage (62.57% top four rate, +7.80% difference)
Brambleback Component Priority Order in Set 18
When playing Brambleback in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Brambleback'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 Brambleback?
B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Brambleback, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Sterak's Gage, Deathblade, Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Brambleback's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Brambleback, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Quicksilver, Striker's Flail, which are core items for maximizing Brambleback's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Brambleback, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Brambleback's effectiveness.
Brambleback Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Brambleback'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 Brambleback's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Brambleback in Set 18
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Brambleback Itemization in Set 18
Brambleback's optimal items provide +9.2% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.
Itemized Brambleback achieves 16.2% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 4-cost champion, Brambleback has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Brambleback Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Brambleback itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Brambleback has a base top four rate of 54.8%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Brambleback item build achieves a 63.9% top four rate, representing a +9.2% difference from the base rate. 5 builds show 5-10% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Brambleback achieves 62.2% top four rate (+7.5% vs base) with 3.86 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Brambleback achieves a 16.2% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Brambleback a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Brambleback
- When Brambleback fits naturally into your composition's traits
- When you have item components that build Brambleback's best items
- When Brambleback is your primary late-game carry option
✗When NOT to Itemize Brambleback
- When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
- When Brambleback's optimal items don't match your available components
Best Brambleback Items in TFT Set 18
The best Brambleback item is Thief's Gloves with a 63.91% win rate (+9.14% vs base), 16.63% first place rate, and 7.06% pick rate. The most popular is Sterak's Gage with a 18.09% pick rate and 60.46% win rate. Last Whisper has the highest first place rate at 17.07%. The top three Brambleback items are Thief's Gloves, Deathblade, and Sterak's Gage.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | A | 63.91% | +9.14% | 16.63% | 7.06% | 5,016 | ||
  | S | 60.46% | +5.69% | 15.40% | 18.09% | 12,850 | ||
| C | 60.76% | +5.99% | 15.76% | 3.74% | 2,657 | ||
| 4 |  | A | 59.36% | +4.59% | 15.79% | 13.71% | 9,737 | |
| 5 |  | A | 58.81% | +4.04% | 15.74% | 17.61% | 12,507 | |
| 6 |  | B | 59.10% | +4.33% | 14.96% | 8.42% | 5,981 | |
| 7 | | A | 58.74% | +3.97% | 16.78% | 2.51% | 1,784 | |
| 8 |  | C | 57.39% | +2.62% | 14.12% | 8.60% | 6,106 | |
| 9 | | C | 56.09% | +1.32% | 13.01% | 17.92% | 12,726 | |
| 10 | | B | 56.22% | +1.45% | 13.94% | 12.49% | 8,873 | |
| 11 |  | F | 56.64% | +1.87% | 13.37% | 3.26% | 2,314 | |
| 12 | | C | 51.13% | -3.64% | 14.27% | 6.37% | 4,522 | |
| 13 | | B | 50.71% | -4.06% | 17.07% | 3.47% | 2,465 |
Best Brambleback Artifact Items in TFT Set 18
The best Brambleback artifact item is Dawncore with a 61.73% win rate (+6.96% vs base), 16.26% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Force with a 0.70% pick rate and 50.90% win rate. Wit's End has the highest first place rate at 21.65%. The top three Brambleback artifact items are Dawncore, Gold Collector, and Horizon Focus.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 61.08% | +6.31% | 16.49% | 0.08% | 58 | ||
| D | 57.69% | +2.92% | 15.96% | 0.14% | 101 | ||
| B | 61.73% | +6.96% | 16.26% | 0.02% | 15 | ||
| 4 | C | 52.49% | -2.28% | 14.44% | 0.51% | 365 | |
| 5 | C | 54.18% | -0.59% | 15.92% | 0.26% | 183 | |
| 6 | D | 50.90% | -3.87% | 12.98% | 0.70% | 495 | |
| 7 | F | 51.31% | -3.46% | 12.76% | 0.42% | 296 | |
| 8 | C | 58.92% | +4.15% | 15.03% | 0.03% | 22 | |
| 9 | D | 57.11% | +2.34% | 14.45% | 0.05% | 34 | |
| 10 | D | 59.12% | +4.35% | 16.19% | 0.01% | 10 | |
| 11 | S | 50.61% | -4.16% | 21.65% | 0.13% | 89 | |
| 12 | F | 48.62% | -6.15% | 14.16% | 0.15% | 106 | |
| 13 | B | 48.67% | -6.10% | 16.35% | 0.10% | 73 | |
| 14 | D | 51.89% | -2.88% | 15.73% | 0.05% | 38 | |
| 15 | D | 52.09% | -2.68% | 15.37% | 0.05% | 32 | |
| 16 | S | 48.41% | -6.36% | 21.48% | 0.08% | 57 | |
| 17 | D | 54.23% | -0.54% | 12.90% | 0.02% | 15 | |
| 18 | A | 53.22% | -1.55% | 17.86% | 0.02% | 12 | |
| 19 | F | 48.35% | -6.42% | 13.38% | 0.03% | 24 | |
| 20 | C | 47.28% | -7.49% | 15.24% | 0.03% | 23 | |
| 21 | D | 38.12% | -16.65% | 16.71% | 0.09% | 66 | |
| 22 | D | 47.03% | -7.74% | 13.80% | 0.03% | 19 | |
| 23 | C | 43.59% | -11.18% | 15.62% | 0.02% | 11 |
Best Brambleback Radiant Items in TFT Set 18
The best Brambleback radiant item is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 62.52% win rate (+7.75% vs base), 15.51% first place rate, and 0.42% pick rate. The top three Brambleback radiant items are Radiant Thief's Gloves, Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Radiant Quicksilver.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 62.52% | +7.75% | 15.51% | 0.42% | 296 | ||
| F | 54.60% | -0.17% | 16.21% | 0.11% | 77 | ||
| F | 52.64% | -2.13% | 10.75% | 0.16% | 115 | ||
| 4 | D | 52.68% | -2.09% | 10.84% | 0.16% | 113 | |
| 5 | D | 50.57% | -4.20% | 14.69% | 0.14% | 97 | |
| 6 | C | 47.64% | -7.13% | 12.99% | 0.13% | 94 | |
| 7 | B | 51.78% | -2.99% | 16.80% | 0.06% | 42 | |
| 8 | C | 57.09% | +2.32% | 17.60% | 0.02% | 13 | |
| 9 | F | 42.98% | -11.79% | 12.25% | 0.10% | 72 | |
| 10 | F | 50.39% | -4.38% | 14.93% | 0.03% | 24 | |
| 11 | C | 48.21% | -6.56% | 15.29% | 0.03% | 20 | |
| 12 | D | 39.44% | -15.33% | 15.46% | 0.04% | 30 | |
| 13 | D | 43.93% | -10.84% | 15.42% | 0.02% | 13 |
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Brambleback Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brambleback's best build in Set 18?
The best Brambleback build in TFT Set 18 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 63.94% win rate and is picked 7.06% of the time. First place rate: 15.48%, avg placement: 3.82.
What is the best item for Brambleback?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Brambleback with a 63.91% win rate and 7.06% pick rate across 5,016 matches.
Which item is most popular on Brambleback?
Sterak's Gage is the most popular item on Brambleback with a 18.09% pick rate. It has a 60.46% win rate across 12,850 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Brambleback?
The top 3 items for Brambleback are Thief's Gloves, Deathblade, and Sterak's Gage. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Brambleback's kit.
How many matches do the Brambleback item builds have?
The Brambleback item build data is based on 89,105 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Brambleback?
Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 63.91% win rate on Brambleback.
What components should I prioritize for Brambleback in TFT Set 18?
Priority components for Brambleback are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Brambleback's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Brambleback in TFT?
On carousel for Brambleback TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for Brambleback's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Brambleback in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Brambleback is a strong item holder with a 63.9% win rate when properly itemized. Brambleback should be a priority for your items in Brambleback comps.
Is Brambleback a good item holder in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Brambleback is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 54.8% to 63.9%. Brambleback scales well with items.
What is Brambleback's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?
Brambleback's top 4 rate when itemized is 62.2%. With proper items, Brambleback significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Brambleback emblem?
The best emblem for Brambleback is Brawler Emblem with a 69.02% win rate. This emblem activates the Brawler trait on Brambleback, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Brambleback radiant item?
The top radiant item for Brambleback is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 62.52% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Brambleback artifact?
The best artifact for Brambleback is Dawncore with a 61.73% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Brambleback's kit.