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5 CostBest Lux build for TFT Set 18 with 70.3% top 4 rate. Top items: Red Buff, Morellonomicon, and Adaptive Helm. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 18 Lux builds: Thief's Gloves (70.30% top four rate, +3.06% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap, Spear of Shojin (63.70% top four rate, -3.54% difference); Archangel's Staff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Spear of Shojin (62.44% top four rate, -4.80% difference)
Lux Component Priority Order in Set 18
When playing Lux in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, Tear Of The Goddess from the carousel and item drops. Sparring Gloves and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Lux'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 Lux?
Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Lux, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Red Buff, Void Staff, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Lux's effectiveness.
Needlessly Large Rod is the 2nd priority component for Lux, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Morellonomicon, Rabadon's Deathcap, Archangel's Staff, which are core items for maximizing Lux's effectiveness.
Tear Of The Goddess is the 3rd priority component for Lux, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Adaptive Helm, Void Staff, Archangel's Staff, which are core items for maximizing Lux's effectiveness.
Lux Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Lux's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Recurve Bow 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 Lux's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Lux in Set 18
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Lux Itemization in Set 18
Even Lux's best item build only provides +3.1% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.
4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
Itemized Lux achieves 23.4% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 5-cost champion, Lux has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Lux Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Lux itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Lux has a base top four rate of 67.2%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Lux item build achieves a 70.3% top four rate, representing a +3.1% difference from the base rate. 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 4 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Lux achieves 63.0% top four rate (-4.3% vs base) with 3.73 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Lux achieves a 23.4% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Lux a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Lux
- When Lux's perfect items naturally come together
- When your primary carry options aren't hitting
- As a temporary item holder before transitioning to a stronger carry
✗When NOT to Itemize Lux
- When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
- When the lobby is heavily contesting Lux
Best Lux Items in TFT Set 18
The best Lux item is Red Buff with a 75.77% win rate (+8.53% vs base), 16.95% first place rate, and 2.89% pick rate. The most popular is Spear of Shojin with a 24.85% pick rate and 61.04% win rate. The top three Lux items are Red Buff, Morellonomicon, and Adaptive Helm.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | S | 75.77% | +8.53% | 16.95% | 2.89% | 954 | ||
  | S | 75.15% | +7.91% | 16.36% | 5.01% | 1,650 | ||
  | S | 72.01% | +4.77% | 16.26% | 5.61% | 1,848 | ||
| 4 | | A | 71.30% | +4.06% | 15.50% | 8.32% | 2,742 | |
| 5 | | B | 69.44% | +2.20% | 14.91% | 11.26% | 3,713 | |
| 6 |  | A | 70.26% | +3.02% | 16.71% | 2.92% | 961 | |
| 7 |  | B | 69.29% | +2.05% | 14.99% | 4.56% | 1,503 | |
| 8 | | C | 68.30% | +1.06% | 13.42% | 9.19% | 3,029 | |
| 9 | | B | 68.42% | +1.18% | 13.84% | 6.59% | 2,173 | |
| 10 | | B | 68.70% | +1.46% | 14.32% | 4.43% | 1,461 | |
| 11 | | B | 67.25% | +0.01% | 13.78% | 11.87% | 3,912 | |
| 12 | | A | 66.77% | -0.47% | 16.80% | 2.37% | 782 | |
| 13 | | D | 62.87% | -4.37% | 13.13% | 20.31% | 6,696 | |
| 14 | | C | 61.04% | -6.20% | 14.58% | 24.85% | 8,190 | |
| 15 | | F | 61.73% | -5.51% | 13.38% | 3.36% | 1,107 |
Best Lux Artifact Items in TFT Set 18
The best Lux artifact item is Talisman of Ascension with a 73.50% win rate (+6.26% vs base), 16.17% first place rate, and 0.06% pick rate. The most popular is Dawncore with a 0.43% pick rate and 67.35% win rate. Flickerblades has the highest first place rate at 21.51%. The top three Lux artifact items are Talisman of Ascension, Eternal Pact, and Manazane.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 70.18% | +2.94% | 15.30% | 0.28% | 93 | ||
| D | 68.50% | +1.26% | 13.08% | 0.39% | 128 | ||
| B | 73.50% | +6.26% | 16.17% | 0.06% | 21 | ||
| 4 | A | 67.35% | +0.11% | 16.56% | 0.43% | 141 | |
| 5 | D | 67.42% | +0.18% | 11.92% | 0.25% | 83 | |
| 6 | B | 67.20% | -0.04% | 15.14% | 0.19% | 64 | |
| 7 | B | 59.30% | -7.94% | 15.66% | 0.18% | 59 | |
| 8 | C | 67.02% | -0.22% | 15.42% | 0.05% | 15 | |
| 9 | D | 61.47% | -5.77% | 15.11% | 0.09% | 30 | |
| 10 | D | 65.39% | -1.85% | 13.14% | 0.05% | 16 | |
| 11 | D | 62.63% | -4.61% | 15.82% | 0.06% | 21 | |
| 12 | S | 66.14% | -1.10% | 21.02% | 0.03% | 11 | |
| 13 | D | 62.35% | -4.89% | 16.02% | 0.05% | 18 | |
| 14 | S | 58.28% | -8.96% | 21.51% | 0.06% | 21 | |
| 15 | F | 58.94% | -8.30% | 14.71% | 0.04% | 12 |
Best Lux Radiant Items in TFT Set 18
The best Lux radiant item is Radiant Adaptive Helm with a 71.75% win rate (+4.51% vs base), 13.68% first place rate, and 0.15% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Jeweled Gauntlet with a 0.59% pick rate and 70.05% win rate. Radiant Morellonomicon has the highest first place rate at 16.31%. The top three Lux radiant items are Radiant Adaptive Helm, Radiant Void Staff, and Radiant Jeweled Gauntlet.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 70.05% | +2.81% | 14.66% | 0.59% | 196 | ||
| B | 69.86% | +2.62% | 16.17% | 0.35% | 115 | ||
| F | 71.75% | +4.51% | 13.68% | 0.15% | 50 | ||
| 4 | F | 70.86% | +3.62% | 13.91% | 0.10% | 34 | |
| 5 | D | 67.97% | +0.73% | 11.96% | 0.19% | 63 | |
| 6 | C | 62.46% | -4.78% | 16.25% | 0.47% | 154 | |
| 7 | F | 64.95% | -2.29% | 14.08% | 0.19% | 64 | |
| 8 | B | 64.22% | -3.02% | 15.54% | 0.15% | 51 | |
| 9 | C | 64.21% | -3.03% | 13.21% | 0.11% | 37 | |
| 10 | D | 61.80% | -5.44% | 11.57% | 0.06% | 20 | |
| 11 | C | 64.35% | -2.89% | 15.19% | 0.04% | 12 | |
| 12 | D | 65.17% | -2.07% | 16.31% | 0.03% | 10 |
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Lux Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lux's best build in Set 18?
The best Lux build in TFT Set 18 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 70.30% win rate and is picked 2.92% of the time. First place rate: 25.60%, avg placement: 3.38.
What is the best item for Lux?
Red Buff is the best item for Lux with a 75.77% win rate and 2.89% pick rate across 954 matches.
Which item is most popular on Lux?
Spear of Shojin is the most popular item on Lux with a 24.85% pick rate. It has a 61.04% win rate across 8,190 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Lux?
The top 3 items for Lux are Red Buff, Morellonomicon, and Adaptive Helm. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Lux's kit.
How many matches do the Lux item builds have?
The Lux item build data is based on 41,464 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Red Buff on Lux?
Red Buff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 75.77% win rate on Lux.
What components should I prioritize for Lux in TFT Set 18?
Priority components for Lux are Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, and Tear Of The Goddess. These components build into Lux's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Lux in TFT?
On carousel for Lux TFT builds, prioritize Recurve Bow. These components are essential for Lux's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Lux in TFT Set 18?
Lux is typically not a primary item holder. Consider putting items on your main carry instead, using Lux for their traits and utility.
Is Lux a good item holder in TFT Set 18?
Lux is not a primary item holder. Items only marginally improve their performance. It's better to use Lux for their traits and give items to dedicated carries.
What is Lux's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?
Lux's top 4 rate when itemized is 63.0%. With proper items, Lux falls below the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Lux emblem?
The best emblem for Lux is Rapidfire Emblem with a 74.51% win rate. This emblem activates the Rapidfire trait on Lux, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Lux radiant item?
The top radiant item for Lux is Radiant Adaptive Helm with a 71.75% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Lux artifact?
The best artifact for Lux is Talisman of Ascension with a 73.50% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Lux's kit.