Bard TFT Build
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2 CostBest Bard build for TFT Set 16 with 59.5% top 4 rate. Top items: Void Staff, Hextech Gunblade, and Archangel's Staff. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Bard builds: Archangel's Staff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Spear of Shojin (59.50% top four rate, +11.39% difference); Archangel's Staff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (58.59% top four rate, +10.48% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap, Spear of Shojin (57.27% top four rate, +9.16% difference)
Bard Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Bard in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Needlessly Large Rod, Tear of the Goddess, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. B.F. Sword and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Bard '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 Bard ?
Needlessly Large Rod is the 1st priority component for Bard , appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Archangel's Staff, Rabadon's Deathcap, which are core items for maximizing Bard 's effectiveness.
Tear of the Goddess is the 2nd priority component for Bard , appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Void Staff, Archangel's Staff, Spear of Shojin, which are core items for maximizing Bard 's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Bard , appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Void Staff, Nashor's Tooth, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Bard 's effectiveness.
Bard Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Needlessly Large Rod on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Bard 's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Needlessly Large Rod or Tear of the Goddess 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 Bard 's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Bard in Set 16
High PriorityBard is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Bard item build achieves a 59.5% top four rate, which is +11.4% higher than Bard 's base rate of 48.1%. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement, indicating strong item scaling.
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Bard Itemization in Set 16
Bard 's best item build provides +11.4% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
As a 2-cost champion, Bard is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Bard Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Bard itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Bard has a base top four rate of 48.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Bard item build achieves a 59.5% top four rate, representing a +11.4% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Bard achieves 55.8% top four rate (+7.7% vs base) with 4.19 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Bard achieves a 11.7% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.
✓When to Itemize Bard
- When you find Bard 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 Bard 's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Bard through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Bard
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Bard Items in TFT Set 16
The best Bard item is Void Staff with a 59.34% win rate (+11.23% vs base), 16.36% first place rate, and 4.40% pick rate. The most popular is Jeweled Gauntlet with a 19.13% pick rate and 53.87% win rate. Nashor's Tooth has the highest first place rate at 16.80%. The top three Bard items are Void Staff, Hextech Gunblade, and Archangel's Staff.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 59.34% | +11.23% | 16.36% | 4.40% | 2,944 | ||
  | B | 58.76% | +10.65% | 15.25% | 3.04% | 2,037 | ||
| B | 57.20% | +9.09% | 13.89% | 15.54% | 10,406 | ||
| 4 | | B | 56.46% | +8.35% | 14.49% | 4.60% | 3,082 | |
| 5 | | B | 55.44% | +7.33% | 15.40% | 16.28% | 10,901 | |
| 6 |  | B | 54.07% | +5.96% | 16.80% | 6.27% | 4,198 | |
| 7 | | B | 53.94% | +5.83% | 14.55% | 4.72% | 3,159 | |
| 8 |  | B | 53.87% | +5.76% | 14.62% | 19.13% | 12,811 | |
| 9 |  | B | 52.98% | +4.87% | 15.98% | 2.06% | 1,376 | |
| 10 | | B | 46.37% | -1.74% | 13.03% | 3.75% | 2,510 |
Best Bard Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Bard artifact item is Mittens with a 72.73% win rate (+24.62% vs base), 21.01% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Dawncore with a 0.19% pick rate and 45.60% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 22.69%. The top three Bard artifact items are Mittens, Sniper's Focus, and Infinity Force.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 72.73% | +24.62% | 21.01% | 0.02% | 11 | ||
| A | 70.00% | +21.89% | 17.69% | 0.07% | 50 | ||
| A | 66.67% | +18.56% | 16.90% | 0.03% | 18 | ||
| 4 | A | 56.00% | +7.89% | 17.85% | 0.04% | 25 | |
| 5 | A | 55.00% | +6.89% | 20.56% | 0.03% | 20 | |
| 6 | A | 53.97% | +5.86% | 18.91% | 0.09% | 63 | |
| 7 | A | 52.34% | +4.23% | 18.58% | 0.16% | 107 | |
| 8 | A | 51.06% | +2.95% | 18.20% | 0.14% | 94 | |
| 9 | A | 45.60% | -2.51% | 19.83% | 0.19% | 125 | |
| 10 | A | 44.00% | -4.11% | 19.53% | 0.11% | 75 | |
| 11 | B | 43.75% | -4.36% | 15.86% | 0.02% | 16 | |
| 12 | A | 40.48% | -7.63% | 18.71% | 0.06% | 42 | |
| 13 | A | 37.63% | -10.48% | 18.73% | 0.14% | 93 | |
| 14 | A | 35.71% | -12.40% | 20.95% | 0.04% | 28 | |
| 15 | A | 30.00% | -18.11% | 20.15% | 0.03% | 20 | |
| 16 | A | 25.00% | -23.11% | 22.69% | 0.02% | 12 |
Best Bard Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Bard radiant item is Radiant Nashor's Tooth with a 68.89% win rate (+20.78% vs base), 23.18% first place rate, and 0.07% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Jeweled Gauntlet with a 0.19% pick rate and 51.18% win rate. The top three Bard radiant items are Radiant Nashor's Tooth, Radiant Striker's Flail, and Radiant Adaptive Helm.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 68.89% | +20.78% | 23.18% | 0.07% | 45 | ||
| A | 66.67% | +18.56% | 19.40% | 0.02% | 12 | ||
| B | 60.00% | +11.89% | 16.01% | 0.03% | 20 | ||
| 4 | B | 59.09% | +10.98% | 17.19% | 0.10% | 66 | |
| 5 | A | 58.82% | +10.71% | 18.94% | 0.03% | 17 | |
| 6 | B | 54.46% | +6.35% | 16.30% | 0.17% | 112 | |
| 7 | B | 52.83% | +4.72% | 14.55% | 0.08% | 53 | |
| 8 | B | 52.63% | +4.52% | 14.04% | 0.03% | 19 | |
| 9 | A | 52.27% | +4.16% | 19.00% | 0.07% | 44 | |
| 10 | A | 51.18% | +3.07% | 19.14% | 0.19% | 127 | |
| 11 | B | 40.48% | -7.63% | 15.61% | 0.06% | 42 | |
| 12 | B | 35.29% | -12.82% | 14.47% | 0.03% | 17 | |
| 13 | A | 34.78% | -13.33% | 19.08% | 0.03% | 23 |
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Bard Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bard 's best build in Set 16?
The best Bard build in Set 16 is Archangel's Staff, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Spear of Shojin with a 59.50% top four rate, 15.83% first place rate, and 4.01 average placement. This build is picked 10.00% of the time.
What is the best item for Bard ?
The best item for Bard is Void Staff with a 59.34% win rate. This item is picked 4.40% of the time and has won 1,747 matches across 2,944 games.
Which item is most popular on Bard ?
Jeweled Gauntlet is the most popular item on Bard with a 19.13% pick rate. This item maintains a 53.87% win rate and has been used in 12,811 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Bard ?
The top 3 items for Bard are Void Staff, Hextech Gunblade, and Archangel's Staff with an average win rate of 58.43%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Bard item builds have?
The Bard item builds are based on 53,424 total matches. Void Staff has the most wins with 1,747 victories.
Should I always build Void Staff on Bard ?
While Void Staff has the highest win rate at 59.34%, the best Bard build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Void Staff, Hextech Gunblade, and Archangel's Staff as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Bard in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Bard in Set 16 are Needlessly Large Rod, Tear of the Goddess, and Recurve Bow. These components appear most frequently in Bard 's highest win rate item builds. Needlessly Large Rod is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Bard 's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Bard in TFT?
When playing Bard in TFT Set 16, prioritize Needlessly Large Rod on the first carousel as it builds into Bard 's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Tear of the Goddess and Recurve Bow. These components give you the flexibility to build Bard 's optimal items.
Should I itemize Bard in TFT Set 16?
Bard is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Bard 's best item build achieves a +11.4% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 48.1%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Bard a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Bard is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Bard achieves +11.4% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Bard 's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Bard achieves an average top four rate of 55.8% in TFT Set 16, which is +7.7% compared to the base rate of 48.1%. The best Bard item build reaches 59.5% top four rate with a 4.01 average placement.
What is the best Bard emblem?
The best Bard emblem is Yordle Emblem with a 55.95% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.77% of the time and has been used in 513 matches.
What is the top Bard radiant item?
The top Bard radiant item is Radiant Nashor's Tooth with a 68.89% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.07% of the time and has been used in 45 matches.
What is the best Bard artifact?
The best Bard artifact is Mittens with a 72.73% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.02% of the time and has been used in 11 matches.