GangplankTFT Build
3 CostBest Gangplank build for TFT Set 16 with 65.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Cutthroat's Cutlass, Edge of Night, and Quicksilver. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Gangplank builds: Striker's Flail, Quicksilver, Hand Of Justice (65.00% top four rate, +26.05% difference); Quicksilver, Sterak's Gage, Hand Of Justice (52.00% top four rate, +13.05% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (51.85% top four rate, +12.90% difference)
Gangplank Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Gangplank in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Negatron Cloak and Chain Vest are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Gangplank'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 Gangplank?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Gangplank, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Gangplank's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Gangplank, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Edge of Night, Giant Slayer, Sterak's Gage, which are core items for maximizing Gangplank's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Gangplank, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Last Whisper, Titan's Resolve, which are core items for maximizing Gangplank's effectiveness.
Gangplank Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Gangplank'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 Gangplank's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Gangplank in Set 16
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Gangplank Itemization in Set 16
Gangplank's best item build provides +26.0% top four rate improvement. 3 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
3 different item builds achieve 10%+ improvement, giving flexibility in itemization.
Even when itemized, Gangplank only achieves 4.77 average placement.
Gangplank is a 3-cost unit that can serve as either a primary carry or support depending on your composition.
Gangplank Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Gangplank itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Gangplank has a base top four rate of 39.0%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Gangplank item build achieves a 65.0% top four rate, representing a +26.0% difference from the base rate. 3 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Gangplank achieves 46.3% top four rate (+7.3% vs base) with 4.77 average placement.
Itemized Gangplank has a 9.0% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Gangplank
- When you find Gangplank 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 Gangplank's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Gangplank
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Gangplank Items in TFT Set 16
The best Gangplank item is Edge of Night with a 48.10% win rate (+9.15% vs base), 15.69% first place rate, and 2.83% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 10.09% pick rate and 39.29% win rate. Thief's Gloves has the highest first place rate at 15.70%. The top three Gangplank items are Edge of Night, Quicksilver, and Thief's Gloves.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 48.10% | +9.15% | 15.69% | 2.83% | 237 | ||
  | B | 47.52% | +8.57% | 14.81% | 3.62% | 303 | ||
| B | 46.88% | +7.92% | 15.70% | 3.82% | 320 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 45.61% | +6.66% | 14.37% | 2.72% | 228 | |
| 5 |  | B | 41.26% | +2.31% | 13.95% | 7.18% | 601 | |
| 6 |  | B | 40.17% | +1.22% | 14.83% | 5.71% | 478 | |
| 7 | | B | 39.41% | +0.46% | 14.50% | 2.42% | 203 | |
| 8 | | B | 39.29% | +0.34% | 13.50% | 10.09% | 845 | |
| 9 | | B | 37.14% | -1.81% | 12.81% | 4.60% | 385 | |
| 10 | | B | 35.87% | -3.08% | 13.84% | 6.43% | 538 |
Best Gangplank Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Gangplank artifact item is Hullcrusher with a 66.67% win rate (+27.72% vs base), 17.27% first place rate, and 0.21% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Force with a 0.69% pick rate and 43.10% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 20.67%. The top three Gangplank artifact items are Hullcrusher, Hellfire Hatchet, and Death's Defiance.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 66.67% | +27.72% | 17.27% | 0.21% | 18 | ||
| A | 60.71% | +21.76% | 17.74% | 0.33% | 28 | ||
| A | 43.48% | +4.53% | 19.23% | 0.55% | 46 | ||
| 4 | B | 43.10% | +4.15% | 16.53% | 0.69% | 58 | |
| 5 | B | 42.86% | +3.91% | 12.28% | 0.25% | 21 | |
| 6 | A | 40.00% | +1.05% | 18.53% | 0.12% | 10 | |
| 7 | A | 38.46% | -0.49% | 19.13% | 0.16% | 13 | |
| 8 | B | 38.46% | -0.49% | 16.19% | 0.31% | 26 | |
| 9 | B | 38.00% | -0.95% | 16.17% | 0.60% | 50 | |
| 10 | B | 36.36% | -2.59% | 12.44% | 0.13% | 11 | |
| 11 | A | 36.36% | -2.59% | 17.99% | 0.13% | 11 | |
| 12 | A | 36.36% | -2.59% | 17.60% | 0.13% | 11 | |
| 13 | A | 29.41% | -9.54% | 19.25% | 0.20% | 17 | |
| 14 | A | 6.67% | -32.28% | 20.67% | 0.18% | 15 |
Best Gangplank Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Gangplank radiant item is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 66.67% win rate (+27.72% vs base), 15.11% first place rate, and 0.21% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Bloodthirster with a 0.31% pick rate and 42.31% win rate. Radiant Sterak's Gage has the highest first place rate at 18.58%. The top three Gangplank radiant items are Radiant Thief's Gloves, Radiant Hand of Justice, and Radiant Deathblade.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 66.67% | +27.72% | 15.11% | 0.21% | 18 | ||
| B | 64.29% | +25.34% | 15.16% | 0.17% | 14 | ||
| B | 50.00% | +11.05% | 15.42% | 0.12% | 10 | ||
| 4 | B | 42.31% | +3.36% | 16.06% | 0.31% | 26 | |
| 5 | B | 42.11% | +3.16% | 17.22% | 0.23% | 19 | |
| 6 | B | 40.00% | +1.05% | 18.58% | 0.30% | 25 | |
| 7 | B | 38.46% | -0.49% | 16.58% | 0.16% | 13 | |
| 8 | B | 36.36% | -2.59% | 15.01% | 0.13% | 11 | |
| 9 | B | 36.36% | -2.59% | 17.62% | 0.13% | 11 | |
| 10 | B | 25.00% | -13.95% | 17.07% | 0.14% | 12 |
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Gangplank Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gangplank's best build in Set 16?
The best Gangplank build in TFT Set 16 features Striker's Flail, Quicksilver, and Hand Of Justice as core items. This build has a 65.00% win rate and is picked 0.35% of the time. First place rate: 5.00%, avg placement: 4.45.
What is the best item for Gangplank?
Cutthroat's Cutlass is the best item for Gangplank with a 56.82% win rate and 2.10% pick rate across 176 matches.
Which item is most popular on Gangplank?
Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Gangplank with a 10.09% pick rate. It has a 39.29% win rate across 845 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Gangplank?
The top 3 items for Gangplank are Cutthroat's Cutlass, Edge of Night, and Quicksilver. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Gangplank's kit.
How many matches do the Gangplank item builds have?
The Gangplank item build data is based on 4,900 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Cutthroat's Cutlass on Gangplank?
Cutthroat's Cutlass is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 56.82% win rate on Gangplank.
What components should I prioritize for Gangplank in TFT Set 16?
Priority components for Gangplank are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Gangplank's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Gangplank in TFT?
On carousel for Gangplank TFT builds, prioritize Sparring Gloves. These components are essential for Gangplank's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Gangplank in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Gangplank is a strong item holder with a 65.0% win rate when properly itemized. Gangplank should be a priority for your items in Gangplank comps.
Is Gangplank a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Gangplank is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 39.0% to 65.0%. Gangplank scales well with items.
What is Gangplank's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
Gangplank's top 4 rate when itemized is 46.3%. With proper items, Gangplank significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Gangplank emblem?
The best emblem for Gangplank is Juggernaut Emblem with a 78.26% win rate. This emblem activates the Juggernaut trait on Gangplank, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Gangplank radiant item?
The top radiant item for Gangplank is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 66.67% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Gangplank artifact?
The best artifact for Gangplank is Hullcrusher with a 66.67% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Gangplank's kit.