Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 16 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Azir TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.16
1st Place
32.8%
Top 4
55.6%
Pick Rate
9.7%

AzirTFT Stats

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Passive: After witnessing 3 attacks from Azir, Sand Soldiers deal (+ap) magic damage to their target.

Active: Summon a Sand Soldier near target and command them to strike. If 2 Soldiers are already out, they all immediately deal (+ap) magic damage instead.
OverviewBuildEmblemsTraitsCompsTiers
Azir has a Very High contested risk with a 9.67% pick rate. This 5-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Azir include Star Forger/Defender, Defender/Emperor.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 100% of team compositions, Azir is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 5-cost unit, Azir brings strong late-game utility to your team.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Level 9+
5-Cost
Low Value
Role
Azir is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Find Azir by leveling to 9+. This 5-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Star Forger/Defender (86.0%), Star Forger/Defender (78.5%).
Contest Warning
Azir has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Azir is a flexible unit that fits into 4+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Azir activates Disruptor, Shurima, Emperor. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 16 Azir Stats

  • Azir health Health:800
  • Azir mana Mana:40
  • Azir armor Armor:30
  • Azir magic resistance MR:30
  • Azir attack damage AD:35
  • Azir attack speed AS:0.85
  • Azir attack range Attack Range:4
  • Azir critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Azir performance analysis shows strong average placement (73th percentile) and strong win rate (71th percentile). Azir's six key metrics: win rate (71th percentile), popularity (71th percentile), average placement (73th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Azir

Azir is a 5-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 55.6% win rate and 4.16 average placement. Azir has a 9.7% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 55.6% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Good 4.16 average placement for climbing
  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Premium 5-cost unit with powerful late-game impact

Weaknesses

  • High 5-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Save gold early and level to find Azir at higher levels.

2

Itemization

Azir works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Azir with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Azir Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Azir good in TFT Set 16?

Azir is currently a S-tier champion with a 55.61% win rate and 4.16 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Azir a top-tier pick that ranks 16th among 18 5-cost champions. Azir activates the Disruptor, Shurima and Emperor traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Azir in TFT?

The best items for Azir in TFT Set 16 are Giant Slayer (58.0% win rate), Rabadon's Deathcap (57.6% win rate) and Hextech Gunblade (56.2% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet and Giant Slayer, achieving a 55.7% top 4 rate. Visit the Azir Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Azir in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Azir in TFT Set 16 are Star Forger/Defender (86.0% win rate), Star Forger/Defender (78.5% win rate) and Star Forger/Defender (73.7% win rate). Azir is a flexible unit that fits into 4+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Azir Comps page.

Is Azir a carry or support in TFT?

Azir is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 5-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Azir your best items, ideally Guinsoo's Rageblade, Jeweled Gauntlet and Giant Slayer. Level up to find Azir and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Azir in TFT?

Azir has the highest shop odds at level 10 with a 6.94% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 5-cost unit, prioritize leveling to 9+ before rolling to maximize your odds of finding Azir.

What traits does Azir have in TFT Set 16?

Azir has the Disruptor, Shurima and Emperor traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Azir Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Azir compare to other 5-cost units?

Azir ranks 16th out of 18 5-cost champions in win rate (55.61%) in TFT Set 16. With a 9.67% pick rate and 4.16 average placement, Azir is a situational 5-cost option. Similar 5-cost alternatives include Xerath and Thresh .

Is Azir contested in TFT Set 16?

Azir has a moderate pick rate of 9.67% in TFT Set 16. While not the most contested unit, you may occasionally compete with other players for Azir. Scout your lobby to assess the competition.

See Also

Azir BuildAzir CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items