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.
Avg Place
4.75
1st Place
10.0%
Top 4
46.6%
EkkoTFT Build
Set 16
Zaun
Disruptor
2 CostSetSet 18
Matches61,801
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedAug 29, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Best Ekko build for TFT Set 16 with 64.6% top 4 rate. Top items: Hextech Gunblade, Thief's Gloves, and Ionic Spark. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
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Set 16 Ekko builds: Bloodthirster, Jeweled Gauntlet, Hand Of Justice (64.56% top four rate, +17.96% difference); Ionic Spark, Jeweled Gauntlet, Hand Of Justice (62.61% top four rate, +16.01% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (59.38% top four rate, +12.77% difference)
Average Placement:3.76
Top 4 Rate:64.56%
Top 4 Diff:+17.96%
First Place Rate:16.46%
Pick Rate:0.25%
Average Placement:4.06
Top 4 Rate:62.61%
Top 4 Diff:+16.01%
First Place Rate:6.09%
Pick Rate:0.36%
Average Placement:4.28
Top 4 Rate:59.38%
Top 4 Diff:+12.77%
First Place Rate:4.69%
Pick Rate:0.20%
Ekko Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Ekko in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword from the carousel and item drops. Recurve Bow and Chain Vest are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Ekko'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.
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Needlessly Large RodFound in 7 builds
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Sparring GlovesFound in 4 builds
3
B.F. SwordFound in 4 builds
4
Recurve BowFound in 3 builds
5
Chain VestFound in 2 builds
Why These Components for Ekko?
Needlessly Large Rod is the 1st priority component for Ekko, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Ionic Spark, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Ekko's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Ekko, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Ekko's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 3rd priority component for Ekko, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Edge of Night, Bloodthirster, which are core items for maximizing Ekko's effectiveness.
Ekko Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Needlessly Large Rod on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Ekko's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Needlessly Large Rod or Sparring Gloves 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 Ekko's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Ekko in Set 16
High PriorityEkko is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Ekko item build achieves a 64.6% top four rate, which is +18.0% higher than Ekko's base rate of 46.6%. 4 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement, indicating strong item scaling.
When Itemized (Avg)
Top 4 Rate60.1%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+13.5%
Average Placement4.04
First Place Rate8.9%
Base Champion Stats
Base Top 4 Rate46.6%
Best Build Diff+18.0%
Champion Cost2-cost
Builds Analyzed5
Key Factors for Ekko Itemization in Set 16
Excellent Item Scaling
Ekko's best item build provides +18.0% top four rate improvement. 4 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
Multiple Strong Build Options
4 different item builds achieve 10%+ improvement, giving flexibility in itemization.
Low-Cost Reroll Potential
As a 2-cost champion, Ekko is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Ekko Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Ekko itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Ekko has a base top four rate of 46.6%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Ekko item build achieves a 64.6% top four rate, representing a +18.0% difference from the base rate. 4 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Ekko achieves 60.1% top four rate (+13.5% vs base) with 4.04 average placement.
Itemized Ekko has a 8.9% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Ekko
- When you find Ekko 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 Ekko's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Ekko through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Ekko
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Ekko Items in TFT Set 16
The best Ekko item is Hextech Gunblade with a 57.58% win rate (+10.98% vs base), 14.84% first place rate, and 2.05% pick rate. The most popular is Hand Of Justice with a 9.33% pick rate and 52.63% win rate. Thief's Gloves has the highest first place rate at 17.73%. The top three Ekko items are Hextech Gunblade, Thief's Gloves, and Ionic Spark.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | A | 57.58% | +10.98% | 14.84% | 2.05% | 693 | ||
 | S | 54.47% | +7.87% | 17.73% | 4.70% | 1,588 | ||
 | B | 52.63% | +6.03% | 13.30% | 9.33% | 3,156 | ||
| 4 |  | S | 52.97% | +6.37% | 16.23% | 3.13% | 1,059 | |
| 5 |  | B | 52.88% | +6.28% | 15.41% | 2.77% | 938 | |
| 6 |  | C | 51.14% | +4.54% | 12.57% | 5.45% | 1,842 | |
| 7 | | C | 50.43% | +3.83% | 11.59% | 4.13% | 1,398 | |
| 8 | | B | 49.31% | +2.71% | 14.52% | 8.57% | 2,898 | |
| 9 | | A | 49.85% | +3.25% | 16.18% | 4.06% | 1,372 | |
| 10 | | C | 48.44% | +1.84% | 13.56% | 7.66% | 2,591 | |
| 11 | | A | 48.87% | +2.27% | 14.37% | 2.23% | 753 | |
| 12 | | B | 45.74% | -0.86% | 13.74% | 2.01% | 680 |
Best Ekko Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Ekko artifact item is Wit's End with a 67.09% win rate (+20.49% vs base), 13.71% first place rate, and 0.47% pick rate. The most popular is Lich Bane with a 0.61% pick rate and 45.89% win rate. Zhonya's Paradox has the highest first place rate at 19.41%. The top three Ekko artifact items are Wit's End, Fishbones, and The Indomitable.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 67.09% | +20.49% | 13.71% | 0.47% | 158 | ||
| C | 55.24% | +8.64% | 15.16% | 0.31% | 105 | ||
| C | 54.65% | +8.05% | 12.29% | 0.25% | 86 | ||
| 4 | - | 56.52% | +9.92% | 0.00% | 0.14% | 46 | |
| 5 | B | 50.00% | +3.40% | 16.11% | 0.25% | 86 | |
| 6 | B | 45.89% | -0.71% | 14.08% | 0.61% | 207 | |
| 7 | C | 57.69% | +11.09% | 16.32% | 0.08% | 26 | |
| 8 | C | 46.43% | -0.17% | 10.69% | 0.41% | 140 | |
| 9 | B | 45.39% | -1.21% | 19.41% | 0.45% | 152 | |
| 10 | C | 48.10% | +1.50% | 14.12% | 0.23% | 79 | |
| 11 | - | 46.43% | -0.17% | 0.00% | 0.25% | 84 | |
| 12 | D | 43.02% | -3.58% | 13.78% | 0.51% | 172 | |
| 13 | D | 61.54% | +14.94% | 10.34% | 0.04% | 13 | |
| 14 | C | 45.78% | -0.82% | 15.98% | 0.25% | 83 | |
| 15 | F | 44.57% | -2.03% | 9.23% | 0.27% | 92 | |
| 16 | D | 56.25% | +9.65% | 14.97% | 0.05% | 16 | |
| 17 | C | 47.50% | +0.90% | 14.60% | 0.12% | 40 | |
| 18 | D | 42.17% | -4.43% | 11.69% | 0.25% | 83 | |
| 19 | D | 39.29% | -7.31% | 14.32% | 0.25% | 84 | |
| 20 | C | 44.83% | -1.77% | 13.22% | 0.09% | 29 | |
| 21 | F | 39.29% | -7.31% | 8.65% | 0.17% | 56 | |
| 22 | D | 50.00% | +3.40% | 14.05% | 0.04% | 12 | |
| 23 | F | 46.67% | +0.07% | 11.91% | 0.04% | 15 | |
| 24 | C | 40.00% | -6.60% | 14.17% | 0.09% | 30 | |
| 25 | D | 36.84% | -9.76% | 10.45% | 0.11% | 38 | |
| 26 | D | 35.90% | -10.70% | 12.08% | 0.12% | 39 | |
| 27 | A | 35.71% | -10.89% | 14.42% | 0.04% | 14 | |
| 28 | D | 36.36% | -10.24% | 12.71% | 0.03% | 11 | |
| 29 | C | 27.78% | -18.82% | 13.22% | 0.05% | 18 | |
| 30 | C | 21.43% | -25.17% | 13.65% | 0.04% | 14 |
Best Ekko Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Ekko radiant item is Radiant Blue Buff with a 73.08% win rate (+26.48% vs base), 12.48% first place rate, and 0.08% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.28% pick rate and 52.13% win rate. Radiant Evenshroud has the highest first place rate at 22.33%. The top three Ekko radiant items are Radiant Blue Buff, Radiant Last Whisper, and Radiant Kraken's Fury.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 73.08% | +26.48% | 12.48% | 0.08% | 26 | ||
| C | 54.29% | +7.69% | 19.12% | 0.21% | 70 | ||
| A | 52.13% | +5.53% | 15.19% | 0.28% | 94 | ||
| 4 | F | 70.00% | +23.40% | 12.16% | 0.03% | 10 | |
| 5 | F | 66.67% | +20.07% | 14.56% | 0.04% | 12 | |
| 6 | A | 52.08% | +5.48% | 16.56% | 0.14% | 48 | |
| 7 | F | 52.63% | +6.03% | 13.23% | 0.11% | 38 | |
| 8 | C | 57.89% | +11.29% | 22.02% | 0.06% | 19 | |
| 9 | C | 58.82% | +12.22% | 18.21% | 0.05% | 17 | |
| 10 | F | 61.54% | +14.94% | 10.83% | 0.04% | 13 | |
| 11 | C | 52.38% | +5.78% | 20.67% | 0.06% | 21 | |
| 12 | F | 41.03% | -5.57% | 13.16% | 0.12% | 39 | |
| 13 | F | 41.03% | -5.57% | 12.64% | 0.12% | 39 | |
| 14 | C | 43.48% | -3.12% | 16.32% | 0.07% | 23 | |
| 15 | C | 39.29% | -7.31% | 19.04% | 0.08% | 28 | |
| 16 | F | 36.84% | -9.76% | 13.96% | 0.11% | 38 | |
| 17 | F | 43.75% | -2.85% | 13.91% | 0.05% | 16 | |
| 18 | F | 33.33% | -13.27% | 10.29% | 0.19% | 63 | |
| 19 | F | 41.18% | -5.42% | 12.46% | 0.05% | 17 | |
| 20 | F | 35.29% | -11.31% | 22.33% | 0.05% | 17 | |
| 21 | F | 31.25% | -15.35% | 14.66% | 0.05% | 16 | |
| 22 | F | 26.32% | -20.28% | 11.60% | 0.06% | 19 | |
| 23 | F | 21.43% | -25.17% | 18.89% | 0.12% | 42 | |
| 24 | F | 30.00% | -16.60% | 18.79% | 0.03% | 10 | |
| 25 | D | 30.00% | -16.60% | 17.41% | 0.03% | 10 | |
| 26 | F | 23.08% | -23.52% | 16.01% | 0.04% | 13 | |
| 27 | D | 13.33% | -33.27% | 16.50% | 0.04% | 15 | |
| 28 | F | 11.76% | -34.84% | 16.48% | 0.05% | 17 |
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Ekko Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ekko's best build in Set 16?
The best Ekko build in TFT Set 16 features Bloodthirster, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Hand Of Justice as core items. This build has a 64.56% win rate and is picked 0.25% of the time. First place rate: 16.46%, avg placement: 3.76.
What is the best item for Ekko?
Hextech Gunblade is the best item for Ekko with a 57.58% win rate and 2.05% pick rate across 693 matches.
Which item is most popular on Ekko?
Hand Of Justice is the most popular item on Ekko with a 9.33% pick rate. It has a 52.63% win rate across 3,156 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Ekko?
The top 3 items for Ekko are Hextech Gunblade, Thief's Gloves, and Ionic Spark. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Ekko's kit.
How many matches do the Ekko item builds have?
The Ekko item build data is based on 18,968 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Hextech Gunblade on Ekko?
Hextech Gunblade is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 57.58% win rate on Ekko.
What components should I prioritize for Ekko in TFT Set 16?
Priority components for Ekko are Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves, and B.F. Sword. These components build into Ekko's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Ekko in TFT?
On carousel for Ekko TFT builds, prioritize Needlessly Large Rod. These components are essential for Ekko's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Ekko in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Ekko is a strong item holder with a 64.6% win rate when properly itemized. Ekko should be a priority for your items in Ekko comps.
Is Ekko a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Ekko is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 46.6% to 64.6%. Ekko scales well with items.
What is Ekko's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
Ekko's top 4 rate when itemized is 60.1%. With proper items, Ekko significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Ekko emblem?
The best emblem for Ekko is Bruiser Emblem with a 59.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Bruiser trait on Ekko, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Ekko radiant item?
The top radiant item for Ekko is Radiant Sunfire Cape with a 80.00% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Ekko artifact?
The best artifact for Ekko is Wit's End with a 67.09% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Ekko's kit.
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