Bard TFT Stats
Caretaker
2 Cost
)In 100% of team compositions, Bard is itemized as the primary carry. Best carry items include Void Staff, Blue Buff and Archangel's Staff. As a 2-cost unit, Bard is easy to 3-star for a powerful early/mid-game carry.
Set 16 Bard Strategy Guide
- Role: Bard is played as a primary carry in 100% of comps. Prioritize offensive items on this unit.
- Leveling: Consider 3-starring Bard by slow rolling at level 6 where 2-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
- Items: Best-in-slot build is Archangel's Staff, Spear of Shojin, Void Staff with a 70.6% top 4 rate (+22.6% vs base win rate).
- Best Comps: Top performing comps: Bruiser/Caretaker (95.8%), Bruiser/Caretaker (90.7%).
- Contest Warning: Bard has a contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
- Flexibility: Bard is a flexible unit that fits into 5+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
- Traits: Bard activates Caretaker. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.
Set 16 Bard Stats
Health:750
Mana:55
Armor:20
MR:20
AD:30
AS:0.75
Attack Range:4
Crit %:25%
Bard performance analysis shows strong popularity (63th percentile) and below average win rate (28th percentile). Bard 's six key metrics: win rate (28th percentile), popularity (63th percentile), average placement (23th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).
When to Play Bard
Strengths
- Low 2-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes
- Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions
Weaknesses
- Low-cost unit falls off without 3-star upgrade
- Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
- Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp
Strategic Tips
Consider 3-starring Bard if given early pairs.
Bard works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.
Top builds pair Bard with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.
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Bard Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Bard good in TFT Set 16?
Bard is currently a A-tier champion with a 48.07% win rate and 4.64 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Bard a strong pick that ranks 10th among 19 2-cost champions. Bard activates the Caretaker trait, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.
What are the best items for Bard in TFT?
The best items for Bard in TFT Set 16 are Void Staff (61.7% win rate), Blue Buff (57.6% win rate) and Archangel's Staff (56.2% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Archangel's Staff, Spear of Shojin and Void Staff, achieving a 70.6% top 4 rate. Visit the Bard Build page for more item combinations and win rates.
What comps use Bard in TFT Set 16?
The best team compositions featuring Bard in TFT Set 16 are Bruiser/Caretaker (95.8% win rate), Bruiser/Caretaker (90.7% win rate) and Caretaker/Defender (83.0% win rate). Bard is a flexible unit that fits into 5+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Bard Comps page.
Is Bard a carry or support in TFT?
Bard is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 2-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Bard your best items, ideally Archangel's Staff, Spear of Shojin and Void Staff. Consider 3-starring Bard by slow rolling at level 6 for maximum damage output.
When should I roll for Bard in TFT?
Bard has the highest shop odds at level 6 with a 6.25% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 2-cost unit, consider slow rolling at level 6 if you want to 3-star Bard .
What traits does Bard have in TFT Set 16?
Bard has the Caretaker trait in TFT Set 16. This trait synergizes well with other Caretaker units. Check the Bard Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.
How does Bard compare to other 2-cost units?
Is Bard contested in TFT Set 16?
Bard has a moderate pick rate of 5.70% in TFT Set 16. While not the most contested unit, you may occasionally compete with other players for Bard . Scout your lobby to assess the competition.
