KarmaTFT Build
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1 CostBest Karma build for TFT Set 18 with 57.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Void Staff, Nashor's Tooth, and Rabadon's Deathcap. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 18 Karma builds: Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap (56.98% top four rate, +11.15% difference); Thief's Gloves (51.03% top four rate, +5.20% difference); Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (47.84% top four rate, +2.01% difference)
Karma Component Priority Order in Set 18
When playing Karma in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting Tear Of The Goddess, Needlessly Large Rod, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and Sparring Gloves are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Karma'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 Karma?
Tear Of The Goddess is the 1st priority component for Karma, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Void Staff, Blue Buff, Archangel's Staff, which are core items for maximizing Karma's effectiveness.
Needlessly Large Rod is the 2nd priority component for Karma, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Rabadon's Deathcap, Jeweled Gauntlet, Archangel's Staff, which are core items for maximizing Karma's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Karma, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Void Staff, Nashor's Tooth, which are core items for maximizing Karma's effectiveness.
Karma Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Tear Of The Goddess on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Karma's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Tear Of The Goddess or Needlessly Large Rod 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 Karma's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Karma in Set 18
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Karma Itemization in Set 18
Karma's best item build provides +11.2% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Even when itemized, Karma only achieves 4.75 average placement.
As a 1-cost champion, Karma is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Karma Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Karma itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Karma has a base top four rate of 45.8%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Karma item build achieves a 57.0% top four rate, representing a +11.2% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Karma achieves 45.7% top four rate (-0.1% vs base) with 4.75 average placement.
Itemized Karma has a 8.4% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Karma
- When you find Karma 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 Karma's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Karma through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Karma
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Karma Items in TFT Set 18
The best Karma item is Void Staff with a 47.26% win rate (+1.43% vs base), 15.50% first place rate, and 3.04% pick rate. The most popular is Jeweled Gauntlet with a 5.78% pick rate and 43.79% win rate. The top three Karma items are Void Staff, Nashor's Tooth, and Rabadon's Deathcap.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | A | 47.26% | +1.43% | 15.50% | 3.04% | 1,091 | ||
 | B | 46.89% | +1.06% | 13.84% | 2.13% | 763 | ||
 | B | 45.63% | -0.20% | 14.91% | 3.13% | 1,120 | ||
| 4 | | B | 45.07% | -0.76% | 13.78% | 3.30% | 1,183 | |
| 5 |  | D | 43.79% | -2.04% | 13.13% | 5.78% | 2,070 | |
| 6 | | C | 44.44% | -1.39% | 13.42% | 3.22% | 1,153 | |
| 7 |  | C | 40.02% | -5.81% | 14.58% | 2.99% | 1,073 |
Best Karma Artifact Items in TFT Set 18
The best Karma artifact item is Statikk Shiv with a 52.46% win rate (+6.63% vs base), 15.11% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Blighting Jewel with a 0.12% pick rate and 34.50% win rate. Dawncore has the highest first place rate at 16.56%. The top three Karma artifact items are Statikk Shiv, Lich Bane, and Eternal Pact.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 52.46% | +6.63% | 15.11% | 0.04% | 14 | ||
| B | 50.92% | +5.09% | 15.14% | 0.07% | 25 | ||
| A | 49.93% | +4.10% | 15.30% | 0.09% | 32 | ||
| 4 | D | 44.70% | -1.13% | 13.08% | 0.06% | 23 | |
| 5 | D | 36.50% | -9.33% | 11.92% | 0.12% | 42 | |
| 6 | B | 34.50% | -11.33% | 15.66% | 0.12% | 43 | |
| 7 | A | 36.19% | -9.64% | 16.56% | 0.07% | 26 |
Best Karma Radiant Items in TFT Set 18
The best Karma radiant item is Radiant Jeweled Gauntlet with a 42.94% win rate (-2.89% vs base), 14.66% first place rate, and 0.03% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.06% pick rate and 42.30% win rate. Radiant Blue Buff has the highest first place rate at 16.17%. The top three Karma radiant items are Radiant Jeweled Gauntlet, Radiant Thief's Gloves, and Radiant Blue Buff.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 42.30% | -3.53% | 15.54% | 0.06% | 21 | ||
| D | 42.94% | -2.89% | 14.66% | 0.03% | 11 | ||
| B | 41.31% | -4.52% | 16.17% | 0.03% | 10 |
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Karma Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Karma's best build in Set 18?
The best Karma build in TFT Set 18 features Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Rabadon's Deathcap as core items. This build has a 56.98% win rate and is picked 0.17% of the time. First place rate: 12.26%, avg placement: 4.15.
What is the best item for Karma?
Void Staff is the best item for Karma with a 47.26% win rate and 3.04% pick rate across 1,091 matches.
Which item is most popular on Karma?
Jeweled Gauntlet is the most popular item on Karma with a 5.78% pick rate. It has a 43.79% win rate across 2,070 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Karma?
The top 3 items for Karma are Void Staff, Nashor's Tooth, and Rabadon's Deathcap. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Karma's kit.
How many matches do the Karma item builds have?
The Karma item build data is based on 8,453 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Void Staff on Karma?
Void Staff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 47.26% win rate on Karma.
What components should I prioritize for Karma in TFT Set 18?
Priority components for Karma are Tear Of The Goddess, Needlessly Large Rod, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Karma's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Karma in TFT?
On carousel for Karma TFT builds, prioritize Tear Of The Goddess. These components are essential for Karma's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Karma in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Karma is a strong item holder with a 57.0% win rate when properly itemized. Karma should be a priority for your items in Karma comps.
Is Karma a good item holder in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Karma is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 45.8% to 57.0%. Karma scales well with items.
What is Karma's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?
Karma's top 4 rate when itemized is 45.7%. With proper items, Karma matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Karma emblem?
The best emblem for Karma is Defender Emblem with a 52.80% win rate. This emblem activates the Defender trait on Karma, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Karma radiant item?
The top radiant item for Karma is Radiant Rabadon's Deathcap with a 48.31% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Karma artifact?
The best artifact for Karma is Statikk Shiv with a 52.46% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Karma's kit.