BriarTFT Build
Noxus
Juggernaut
Slayer
1 CostBest Briar build for TFT Set 16 with 38.5% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Giant Slayer, and Edge of Night. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Briar builds: Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Hand Of Justice (38.46% top four rate, -6.16% difference); Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Titan's Resolve (28.57% top four rate, -16.05% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (27.40% top four rate, -17.22% difference)
Briar Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Briar in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and Chain Vest are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Briar'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 Briar?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Briar, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Briar, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Edge of Night, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Briar, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Titan's Resolve, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
Briar Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Briar's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves or B.F. Sword 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 Briar's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Briar in Set 16
Not RecommendedBriar should not be itemized in Set 16. The data shows that itemizing Briar actually decreases performance by 6.2% compared to the base rate of 44.6%. Items are significantly more effective on other champions in Briar compositions.
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Briar Itemization in Set 16
Itemizing Briar actually reduces performance by 6.2%. Items are better placed on other champions.
4 out of 4 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
Even when itemized, Briar only achieves 5.72 average placement.
As a 1-cost champion, Briar is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Briar Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Briar itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 4 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Briar has a base top four rate of 44.6%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Briar item build achieves a 38.5% top four rate, representing a -6.2% difference from the base rate. and 4 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Briar achieves 25.2% top four rate (-19.4% vs base) with 5.72 average placement.
Itemized Briar has a 1.8% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Briar
- Only as a last resort when no other carry is available
- As a temporary item holder that you plan to sell later
✗When NOT to Itemize Briar
- In most situations—the data shows items perform better on other champions
- When you need to maximize your chances of first place
- When you have components for Briar's best builds—use them elsewhere
Best Briar Items in TFT Set 16
The best Briar item is Thief's Gloves with a 48.81% win rate (+4.19% vs base), 16.08% first place rate, and 7.25% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 10.48% pick rate and 36.53% win rate. Edge of Night has the highest first place rate at 16.23%. The top three Briar items are Thief's Gloves, Giant Slayer, and Edge of Night.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 48.81% | +4.19% | 16.08% | 7.25% | 1,559 | ||
  | B | 43.78% | -0.84% | 13.95% | 3.10% | 667 | ||
 | A | 41.06% | -3.56% | 16.23% | 3.17% | 682 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 40.46% | -4.16% | 15.63% | 2.02% | 435 | |
| 5 |  | B | 39.11% | -5.51% | 13.03% | 2.50% | 537 | |
| 6 | | B | 37.93% | -6.69% | 13.34% | 5.47% | 1,176 | |
| 7 | | B | 37.10% | -7.52% | 14.64% | 5.36% | 1,151 | |
| 8 |  | B | 36.87% | -7.75% | 14.18% | 8.28% | 1,779 | |
| 9 |  | B | 36.53% | -8.09% | 13.97% | 10.48% | 2,253 | |
| 10 | | B | 35.56% | -9.06% | 14.97% | 4.53% | 973 |
Best Briar Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Briar artifact item is Hellfire Hatchet with a 50.00% win rate (+5.38% vs base), 19.85% first place rate, and 0.18% pick rate. The top three Briar artifact items are Hellfire Hatchet, Silvermere Dawn, and Infinity Force.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 50.00% | +5.38% | 19.85% | 0.18% | 38 | ||
| A | 50.00% | +5.38% | 21.96% | 0.05% | 10 | ||
| A | 44.12% | -0.50% | 16.90% | 0.16% | 34 | ||
| 4 | A | 37.50% | -7.12% | 20.95% | 0.07% | 16 | |
| 5 | A | 30.00% | -14.62% | 17.85% | 0.05% | 10 | |
| 6 | B | 25.00% | -19.62% | 14.13% | 0.06% | 12 | |
| 7 | A | 20.00% | -24.62% | 21.66% | 0.07% | 15 | |
| 8 | A | 18.92% | -25.70% | 20.34% | 0.17% | 37 | |
| 9 | A | 9.09% | -35.53% | 19.98% | 0.05% | 11 |
Best Briar Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Briar radiant item is Radiant Steadfast Heart with a 53.85% win rate (+9.23% vs base), 13.61% first place rate, and 0.06% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.30% pick rate and 51.56% win rate. Radiant Hextech Gunblade has the highest first place rate at 19.08%. The top three Briar radiant items are Radiant Steadfast Heart, Radiant Thief's Gloves, and Radiant Hextech Gunblade.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 53.85% | +9.23% | 13.61% | 0.06% | 13 | ||
| B | 51.56% | +6.94% | 14.55% | 0.30% | 64 | ||
| A | 50.00% | +5.38% | 19.08% | 0.05% | 10 | ||
| 4 | B | 44.44% | -0.18% | 12.97% | 0.08% | 18 | |
| 5 | A | 40.00% | -4.62% | 18.56% | 0.05% | 10 | |
| 6 | A | 29.41% | -15.21% | 18.05% | 0.08% | 17 |
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Briar Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briar's best build in Set 16?
The best Briar build in Set 16 is Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, and Hand Of Justice with a 38.46% top four rate, 5.77% first place rate, and 4.79 average placement. This build is picked 0.11% of the time.
What is the best item for Briar?
The best item for Briar is Thief's Gloves with a 48.81% win rate. This item is picked 7.25% of the time and has won 761 matches across 1,559 games.
Which item is most popular on Briar?
Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Briar with a 10.48% pick rate. This item maintains a 36.53% win rate and has been used in 2,253 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Briar?
The top 3 items for Briar are Thief's Gloves, Giant Slayer, and Edge of Night with an average win rate of 44.55%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Briar item builds have?
The Briar item builds are based on 11,212 total matches. Thief's Gloves has the most wins with 761 victories.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Briar?
While Thief's Gloves has the highest win rate at 48.81%, the best Briar build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Thief's Gloves, Giant Slayer, and Edge of Night as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Briar in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Briar in Set 16 are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Recurve Bow. These components appear most frequently in Briar's highest win rate item builds. Sparring Gloves is the #1 priority component, appearing in 5 of Briar's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Briar in TFT?
When playing Briar in TFT Set 16, prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel as it builds into Briar's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include B.F. Sword and Recurve Bow. These components give you the flexibility to build Briar's optimal items.
Should I itemize Briar in TFT Set 16?
Briar is not recommended for itemization in TFT Set 16. Briar's best item build achieves a +-6.2% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 44.6%. Consider using items on other carries in your composition.
Is Briar a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Briar should not hold items in TFT Set 16. Items are more effective on other champions, as Briar's itemized performance is 6.2% lower than expected.
What is Briar's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Briar achieves an average top four rate of 25.2% in TFT Set 16, which is -19.4% compared to the base rate of 44.6%. The best Briar item build reaches 38.5% top four rate with a 4.79 average placement.
What is the best Briar emblem?
The best Briar emblem is Bruiser Emblem with a 58.23% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.74% of the time and has been used in 158 matches.
What is the top Briar radiant item?
The top Briar radiant item is Radiant Bramble Vest with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.03% of the time and has been used in 7 matches.
What is the best Briar artifact?
The best Briar artifact is Flickerblades with a 80.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.02% of the time and has been used in 5 matches.