Azir TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.13
1st Place
12.5%
Top 4
56.2%
Pick Rate
10.3%

AzirTFT Build

Set 16
S5 Cost icon5 Cost
SetSet 16
Matches461,978
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Azir build for TFT Set 16 with 56.8% top 4 rate. Top items: Red Buff, Giant Slayer, and Rabadon's Deathcap. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Azir builds: Archangel's Staff, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet (56.76% top four rate, +0.52% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet, Giant Slayer (53.33% top four rate, -2.91% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (52.46% top four rate, -3.78% difference)

Average Placement:4.14
Top 4 Rate:56.76%
Top 4 Diff:+0.52%
First Place Rate:21.62%
Pick Rate:0.46%
Average Placement:4.47
Top 4 Rate:53.33%
Top 4 Diff:-2.91%
First Place Rate:8.89%
Pick Rate:0.56%
Average Placement:4.39
Top 4 Rate:52.46%
Top 4 Diff:-3.78%
First Place Rate:16.39%
Pick Rate:0.75%

Azir Component Priority Order in Set 16

When playing Azir in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. B.F. Sword and Tear of the Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Azir'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.

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Recurve Bow - Priority 1 component for Azir in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 6 builds
2
Needlessly Large Rod - Priority 2 component for Azir in TFT
Needlessly Large RodFound in 6 builds
3
Sparring Gloves - Priority 3 component for Azir in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 3 builds
4
B.F. Sword - Priority 4 component for Azir in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 3 builds
5
Tear of the Goddess - Priority 5 component for Azir in TFT
Tear of the GoddessFound in 3 builds

Why These Components for Azir?

Recurve Bow

Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Azir, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Red Buff, Giant Slayer, Void Staff, which are core items for maximizing Azir's effectiveness.

Needlessly Large Rod

Needlessly Large Rod is the 2nd priority component for Azir, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Rabadon's Deathcap, Archangel's Staff, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Azir's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Azir, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Azir's effectiveness.

Azir Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Azir'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 Azir's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Azir in Set 16

Low PriorityAzir has low itemization priority in Set 16. Even with optimal items, Azir only achieves +0.5% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 56.2%. Consider using Azir as a support unit or item holder for a stronger carry.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate53.1%
Top 4 Diff vs Base-3.2%
Average Placement4.39
First Place Rate14.2%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate56.2%
Best Build Diff+0.5%
Champion Cost5-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Azir Itemization in Set 16

Minimal Item Benefit

Even Azir's best item build only provides +0.5% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.

Most Builds Underperform

4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.

High-Cost Carry Design

As a 5-cost champion, Azir has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.

Azir Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Azir itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Azir has a base top four rate of 56.2%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Azir item build achieves a 56.8% top four rate, representing a +0.5% 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 Azir achieves 53.1% top four rate (-3.2% vs base) with 4.39 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Azir achieves a 14.2% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.

When to Itemize Azir

  • When Azir'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 Azir

  • When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
  • When the lobby is heavily contesting Azir

Best Azir Items in TFT Set 16

The best Azir item is Red Buff with a 63.51% win rate (+7.27% vs base), 15.49% first place rate, and 2.31% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 18.23% pick rate and 54.25% win rate. Void Staff has the highest first place rate at 16.43%. The top three Azir items are Red Buff, Giant Slayer, and Rabadon's Deathcap.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Recurve BowRecurve Bow
B63.51%+7.27%15.49%2.31%285
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B61.35%+5.11%14.37%4.22%520
Needlessly Large RodNeedlessly Large Rod
B59.35%+3.11%14.76%3.25%401
4
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
B58.24%+2.00%15.70%2.12%261
5
Recurve BowTear of the Goddess
B55.84%-0.40%16.43%5.97%736
6
Needlessly Large RodTear of the Goddess
B55.03%-1.21%13.98%4.27%527
7
Recurve BowGiant's Belt
B54.58%-1.66%15.28%5.66%698
8
Recurve BowNeedlessly Large Rod
B54.25%-1.99%12.70%18.23%2,249
9
B.F. SwordTear of the Goddess
B51.96%-4.28%15.17%3.73%460
10
B.F. SwordNeedlessly Large Rod
B51.67%-4.57%15.96%3.87%478
11
Needlessly Large RodSparring Gloves
B49.03%-7.21%14.16%8.32%1,026

Best Azir Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Azir artifact item is Mittens with a 70.59% win rate (+14.35% vs base), 19.13% first place rate, and 0.28% pick rate. The most popular is Statikk Shiv with a 0.96% pick rate and 64.41% win rate. Zhonya's Paradox has the highest first place rate at 19.75%. The top three Azir artifact items are Mittens, Fishbones, and Infinity Force.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A70.59%+14.35%19.13%0.28%34
A67.65%+11.41%17.40%0.28%34
B66.67%+10.43%16.53%0.17%21
4B65.22%+8.98%16.82%0.56%69
5A65.00%+8.76%19.75%0.16%20
6B64.41%+8.17%17.10%0.96%118
7B62.77%+6.53%17.61%0.76%94
8B61.11%+4.87%14.91%0.15%18
9B59.26%+3.02%16.19%0.44%54
10A56.41%+0.17%17.99%0.32%39
11A50.82%-5.42%18.53%0.49%61
12B50.44%-5.80%15.99%0.92%113
13B48.89%-7.35%16.87%0.36%45
14A40.91%-15.33%17.60%0.18%22
15A40.00%-16.24%17.55%0.32%40
16B39.47%-16.77%15.60%0.31%38

Best Azir Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Azir radiant item is Radiant Last Whisper with a 90.91% win rate (+34.67% vs base), 15.49% first place rate, and 0.09% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 0.71% pick rate and 55.68% win rate. Radiant Nashor's Tooth has the highest first place rate at 19.42%. The top three Azir radiant items are Radiant Last Whisper, Radiant Blue Buff, and Radiant Thief's Gloves.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B90.91%+34.67%15.49%0.09%11
A76.19%+19.95%18.81%0.17%21
B72.22%+15.98%15.11%0.15%18
4B68.00%+11.76%17.14%0.20%25
5B66.67%+10.43%17.62%0.12%15
6A63.33%+7.09%17.92%0.24%30
7A60.47%+4.23%19.42%0.35%43
8B57.14%+0.90%17.88%0.23%28
9B56.10%-0.14%17.74%0.33%41
10B55.68%-0.56%15.47%0.71%88
11B53.33%-2.91%16.61%0.12%15
12B51.85%-4.39%14.98%0.22%27
13B50.00%-6.24%17.14%0.18%22
14A50.00%-6.24%17.50%0.16%20
15B50.00%-6.24%17.12%0.13%16
16B46.15%-10.09%17.18%0.21%26

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Azir Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Azir's best build in Set 16?

The best Azir build in TFT Set 16 features Archangel's Staff, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Jeweled Gauntlet as core items. This build has a 56.76% win rate and is picked 0.46% of the time. First place rate: 21.62%, avg placement: 4.14.

What is the best item for Azir?

Red Buff is the best item for Azir with a 63.51% win rate and 2.31% pick rate across 285 matches.

Which item is most popular on Azir?

Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Azir with a 18.23% pick rate. It has a 54.25% win rate across 2,249 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Azir?

The top 3 items for Azir are Red Buff, Giant Slayer, and Rabadon's Deathcap. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Azir's kit.

How many matches do the Azir item builds have?

The Azir item build data is based on 7,641 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Red Buff on Azir?

Red Buff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 63.51% win rate on Azir.

What components should I prioritize for Azir in TFT Set 16?

Priority components for Azir are Recurve Bow, Needlessly Large Rod, and Sparring Gloves. These components build into Azir's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Azir in TFT?

On carousel for Azir TFT builds, prioritize Recurve Bow. These components are essential for Azir's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Azir in TFT Set 16?

Azir is typically not a primary item holder. Consider putting items on your main carry instead, using Azir for their traits and utility.

Is Azir a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Azir is not a primary item holder. Items only marginally improve their performance. It's better to use Azir for their traits and give items to dedicated carries.

What is Azir's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?

Azir's top 4 rate when itemized is 53.1%. With proper items, Azir falls below the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Azir emblem?

The best emblem for Azir is Gunslinger Emblem with a 80.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Gunslinger trait on Azir, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Azir radiant item?

The top radiant item for Azir is Radiant Last Whisper with a 90.91% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Azir artifact?

The best artifact for Azir is Silvermere Dawn with a 80.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Azir's kit.