BlitzcrankTFT Build
Zaun
Juggernaut
1 CostBest Blitzcrank build for TFT Set 16 with 79.1% top 4 rate. Top items: Evenshroud, Thief's Gloves, and Steadfast Heart. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Blitzcrank builds: Thief's Gloves (79.07% top four rate, +26.29% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (69.49% top four rate, +16.71% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Warmog's Armor (67.69% top four rate, +14.91% difference)
Blitzcrank Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Blitzcrank in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Giant's Belt, Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak from the carousel and item drops. Sparring Gloves and Tear of the Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Blitzcrank'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 Blitzcrank?
Giant's Belt is the 1st priority component for Blitzcrank, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor, which are core items for maximizing Blitzcrank's effectiveness.
Chain Vest is the 2nd priority component for Blitzcrank, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Steadfast Heart, Bramble Vest, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Blitzcrank's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Blitzcrank, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Blitzcrank's effectiveness.
Blitzcrank Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Giant's Belt on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Blitzcrank's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Giant's Belt or Chain Vest 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 Blitzcrank's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Blitzcrank in Set 16
High PriorityBlitzcrank is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Blitzcrank item build achieves a 79.1% top four rate, which is +26.3% higher than Blitzcrank's base rate of 52.8%. 3 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement, indicating strong item scaling.
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Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Blitzcrank Itemization in Set 16
Blitzcrank's best item build provides +26.3% top four rate improvement. 3 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
3 different item builds achieve 10%+ improvement, giving flexibility in itemization.
Itemized Blitzcrank achieves 17.5% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 1-cost champion, Blitzcrank is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Blitzcrank Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Blitzcrank itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Blitzcrank has a base top four rate of 52.8%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Blitzcrank item build achieves a 79.1% top four rate, representing a +26.3% difference from the base rate. 3 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Blitzcrank achieves 66.7% top four rate (+14.0% vs base) with 3.68 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Blitzcrank achieves a 17.5% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Blitzcrank a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Blitzcrank
- When you find Blitzcrank 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 Blitzcrank's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Blitzcrank through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Blitzcrank
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Blitzcrank Items in TFT Set 16
The best Blitzcrank item is Evenshroud with a 65.49% win rate (+12.71% vs base), 15.95% first place rate, and 3.24% pick rate. The most popular is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 11.18% pick rate and 53.98% win rate. Ionic Spark has the highest first place rate at 17.02%. The top three Blitzcrank items are Evenshroud, Thief's Gloves, and Steadfast Heart.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 65.49% | +12.71% | 15.95% | 3.24% | 623 | ||
 | B | 64.41% | +11.63% | 16.08% | 5.47% | 1,051 | ||
 | B | 57.35% | +4.57% | 15.74% | 3.54% | 680 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 56.89% | +4.11% | 14.57% | 9.91% | 1,902 | |
| 5 | | B | 54.82% | +2.04% | 15.25% | 4.86% | 934 | |
| 6 | | B | 54.79% | +2.01% | 13.53% | 8.70% | 1,670 | |
| 7 | | B | 54.47% | +1.69% | 15.01% | 5.18% | 995 | |
| 8 | | B | 53.98% | +1.20% | 13.41% | 11.18% | 2,147 | |
| 9 | | A | 52.83% | +0.05% | 16.22% | 4.52% | 867 | |
| 10 | | B | 51.24% | -1.54% | 14.30% | 8.62% | 1,655 | |
| 11 |  | A | 49.83% | -2.95% | 17.02% | 3.09% | 594 |
Best Blitzcrank Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Blitzcrank artifact item is The Indomitable with a 75.00% win rate (+22.22% vs base), 20.80% first place rate, and 0.15% pick rate. The most popular is Lightshield Crest with a 0.18% pick rate and 58.82% win rate. Silvermere Dawn has the highest first place rate at 21.96%. The top three Blitzcrank artifact items are The Indomitable, Void Gauntlet, and Aegis of Dusk.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 75.00% | +22.22% | 20.80% | 0.15% | 28 | ||
| A | 72.41% | +19.63% | 19.97% | 0.15% | 29 | ||
| A | 65.52% | +12.74% | 20.26% | 0.15% | 29 | ||
| 4 | A | 65.00% | +12.22% | 18.63% | 0.10% | 20 | |
| 5 | A | 58.82% | +6.04% | 20.64% | 0.18% | 34 | |
| 6 | A | 57.14% | +4.36% | 21.96% | 0.07% | 14 | |
| 7 | A | 50.00% | -2.78% | 19.98% | 0.09% | 18 | |
| 8 | A | 45.45% | -7.33% | 16.90% | 0.06% | 11 | |
| 9 | A | 38.46% | -14.32% | 17.85% | 0.07% | 13 |
Best Blitzcrank Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Blitzcrank radiant item is Radiant Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 55.56% win rate (+2.78% vs base), 14.73% first place rate, and 0.09% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.14% pick rate and 51.85% win rate. The top three Blitzcrank radiant items are Radiant Gargoyle Stoneplate, Radiant Thief's Gloves, and Radiant Sunfire Cape.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 55.56% | +2.78% | 14.73% | 0.09% | 18 | ||
| B | 51.85% | -0.93% | 14.55% | 0.14% | 27 | ||
| B | 45.45% | -7.33% | 13.84% | 0.06% | 11 | ||
| 4 | B | 16.67% | -36.11% | 12.97% | 0.06% | 12 |
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Blitzcrank Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Blitzcrank's best build in Set 16?
The best Blitzcrank build in Set 16 is Thief's Gloves with a 79.07% top four rate, 41.86% first place rate, and 2.72 average placement. This build is picked 0.11% of the time.
What is the best item for Blitzcrank?
The best item for Blitzcrank is Evenshroud with a 65.49% win rate. This item is picked 3.24% of the time and has won 408 matches across 623 games.
Which item is most popular on Blitzcrank?
Gargoyle Stoneplate is the most popular item on Blitzcrank with a 11.18% pick rate. This item maintains a 53.98% win rate and has been used in 2,147 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Blitzcrank?
The top 3 items for Blitzcrank are Evenshroud, Thief's Gloves, and Steadfast Heart with an average win rate of 62.42%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Blitzcrank item builds have?
The Blitzcrank item builds are based on 13,519 total matches. Evenshroud has the most wins with 408 victories.
Should I always build Evenshroud on Blitzcrank?
While Evenshroud has the highest win rate at 65.49%, the best Blitzcrank build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Evenshroud, Thief's Gloves, and Steadfast Heart as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Blitzcrank in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Blitzcrank in Set 16 are Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, and Negatron Cloak. These components appear most frequently in Blitzcrank's highest win rate item builds. Chain Vest is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Blitzcrank's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Blitzcrank in TFT?
When playing Blitzcrank in TFT Set 16, prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel as it builds into Blitzcrank's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Giant's Belt and Negatron Cloak. These components give you the flexibility to build Blitzcrank's optimal items.
Should I itemize Blitzcrank in TFT Set 16?
Blitzcrank is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Blitzcrank's best item build achieves a +26.3% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 52.8%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Blitzcrank a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Blitzcrank is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Blitzcrank achieves +26.3% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Blitzcrank's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Blitzcrank achieves an average top four rate of 66.7% in TFT Set 16, which is +14.0% compared to the base rate of 52.8%. The best Blitzcrank item build reaches 79.1% top four rate with a 2.72 average placement.
What is the best Blitzcrank emblem?
The best Blitzcrank emblem is Defender Emblem with a 68.85% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.95% of the time and has been used in 183 matches.
What is the top Blitzcrank radiant item?
The top Blitzcrank radiant item is Radiant Adaptive Helm with a 75.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.04% of the time and has been used in 8 matches.
What is the best Blitzcrank artifact?
The best Blitzcrank artifact is The Indomitable with a 75.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.15% of the time and has been used in 28 matches.