GarenTFT Build
Demacia
Defender
4 CostBest Garen build for TFT Set 16 with 68.2% top 4 rate. Top items: Protector's Vow, Steadfast Heart, and Spirit Visage. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Garen builds: Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (68.21% top four rate, +10.70% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (66.69% top four rate, +9.18% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (66.59% top four rate, +9.08% difference)
Garen Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Garen in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, Negatron Cloak from the carousel and item drops. Tear of the Goddess and Sparring Gloves are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Garen'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 Garen?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Garen, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Protector's Vow, Steadfast Heart, Bramble Vest, which are core items for maximizing Garen's effectiveness.
Giant's Belt is the 2nd priority component for Garen, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Spirit Visage, Evenshroud, Warmog's Armor, which are core items for maximizing Garen's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Garen, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Dragon's Claw, Evenshroud, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Garen's effectiveness.
Garen Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Garen's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Chain Vest or Giant's Belt 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 Garen's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Garen in Set 16
High PriorityGaren is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Garen item build achieves a 68.2% top four rate, which is +10.7% higher than Garen's base rate of 57.5%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Garen Itemization in Set 16
Garen's best item build provides +10.7% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Itemized Garen achieves 15.4% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 4-cost champion, Garen has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Garen Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Garen itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Garen has a base top four rate of 57.5%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Garen item build achieves a 68.2% top four rate, representing a +10.7% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 3 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Garen achieves 65.4% top four rate (+7.9% vs base) with 3.74 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Garen achieves a 15.4% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Garen a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Garen
- When you find Garen 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 Garen's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Garen
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Garen Items in TFT Set 16
The best Garen item is Protector's Vow with a 65.92% win rate (+8.41% vs base), 16.22% first place rate, and 2.72% pick rate. The most popular is Spirit Visage with a 14.51% pick rate and 65.40% win rate. The top three Garen items are Protector's Vow, Steadfast Heart, and Spirit Visage.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | A | 65.92% | +8.41% | 16.22% | 2.72% | 4,698 | ||
 | B | 65.79% | +8.28% | 15.74% | 5.66% | 9,761 | ||
 | B | 65.40% | +7.89% | 14.57% | 14.51% | 25,030 | ||
| 4 | | B | 64.88% | +7.37% | 15.01% | 9.92% | 17,108 | |
| 5 |  | B | 64.62% | +7.11% | 15.25% | 10.42% | 17,967 | |
| 6 | | B | 64.13% | +6.62% | 15.95% | 2.87% | 4,949 | |
| 7 | | B | 63.16% | +5.65% | 13.53% | 10.71% | 18,479 | |
| 8 | | B | 63.08% | +5.57% | 14.30% | 9.64% | 16,626 | |
| 9 | | B | 61.18% | +3.67% | 13.41% | 11.86% | 20,458 | |
| 10 | | B | 58.29% | +0.78% | 16.08% | 2.11% | 3,632 |
Best Garen Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Garen artifact item is Fishbones with a 100.00% win rate (+42.49% vs base), 19.01% first place rate, and 0.01% pick rate. The most popular is Lightshield Crest with a 0.25% pick rate and 72.24% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 24.31%. The top three Garen artifact items are Fishbones, Lightshield Crest, and Talisman Of Ascension.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 100.00% | +42.49% | 19.01% | 0.01% | 10 | ||
| A | 72.24% | +14.73% | 20.64% | 0.25% | 425 | ||
| A | 71.66% | +14.15% | 17.85% | 0.14% | 247 | ||
| 4 | A | 70.05% | +12.54% | 20.80% | 0.24% | 414 | |
| 5 | A | 68.23% | +10.72% | 21.96% | 0.11% | 192 | |
| 6 | A | 67.11% | +9.60% | 21.66% | 0.09% | 149 | |
| 7 | A | 66.54% | +9.03% | 19.97% | 0.15% | 263 | |
| 8 | A | 66.39% | +8.88% | 16.90% | 0.14% | 244 | |
| 9 | A | 64.71% | +7.20% | 24.31% | 0.02% | 34 | |
| 10 | A | 63.85% | +6.34% | 18.63% | 0.22% | 379 | |
| 11 | A | 62.79% | +5.28% | 20.56% | 0.02% | 43 | |
| 12 | A | 62.64% | +5.13% | 19.85% | 0.05% | 91 | |
| 13 | B | 60.00% | +2.49% | 14.13% | 0.03% | 60 | |
| 14 | A | 58.33% | +0.82% | 20.26% | 0.17% | 300 | |
| 15 | A | 57.69% | +0.18% | 20.95% | 0.03% | 52 | |
| 16 | A | 55.39% | -2.12% | 19.98% | 0.16% | 269 | |
| 17 | A | 54.88% | -2.63% | 20.15% | 0.05% | 82 | |
| 18 | A | 46.67% | -10.84% | 21.01% | 0.01% | 15 | |
| 19 | A | 40.00% | -17.51% | 20.34% | 0.01% | 20 |
Best Garen Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Garen radiant item is Radiant Nashor's Tooth with a 93.33% win rate (+35.82% vs base), 23.18% first place rate, and 0.01% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Spirit Visage with a 0.17% pick rate and 75.34% win rate. The top three Garen radiant items are Radiant Nashor's Tooth, Radiant Sterak's Gage, and Radiant Spirit Visage.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 93.33% | +35.82% | 23.18% | 0.01% | 15 | ||
| A | 76.92% | +19.41% | 18.05% | 0.02% | 26 | ||
| B | 75.34% | +17.83% | 15.22% | 0.17% | 296 | ||
| 4 | A | 75.00% | +17.49% | 20.21% | 0.01% | 16 | |
| 5 | A | 73.91% | +16.40% | 16.83% | 0.01% | 23 | |
| 6 | B | 72.50% | +14.99% | 16.93% | 0.02% | 40 | |
| 7 | B | 72.40% | +14.89% | 14.45% | 0.14% | 250 | |
| 8 | B | 71.60% | +14.09% | 13.61% | 0.05% | 81 | |
| 9 | B | 67.92% | +10.41% | 14.02% | 0.03% | 53 | |
| 10 | B | 65.43% | +7.92% | 14.73% | 0.09% | 162 | |
| 11 | B | 65.19% | +7.68% | 12.97% | 0.10% | 181 | |
| 12 | B | 64.29% | +6.78% | 15.61% | 0.01% | 14 | |
| 13 | A | 62.50% | +4.99% | 19.08% | 0.01% | 16 | |
| 14 | B | 62.50% | +4.99% | 16.51% | 0.01% | 16 | |
| 15 | B | 61.56% | +4.05% | 14.55% | 0.17% | 294 | |
| 16 | B | 61.54% | +4.03% | 17.19% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 17 | B | 60.65% | +3.14% | 13.84% | 0.09% | 155 | |
| 18 | B | 60.00% | +2.49% | 14.47% | 0.01% | 10 | |
| 19 | B | 59.09% | +1.58% | 17.28% | 0.01% | 22 | |
| 20 | B | 58.82% | +1.31% | 16.30% | 0.01% | 17 | |
| 21 | B | 58.46% | +0.95% | 14.34% | 0.04% | 65 | |
| 22 | B | 57.14% | -0.37% | 13.31% | 0.01% | 14 | |
| 23 | B | 56.14% | -1.37% | 13.64% | 0.10% | 171 | |
| 24 | A | 54.55% | -2.96% | 17.37% | 0.01% | 11 | |
| 25 | A | 52.63% | -4.88% | 18.94% | 0.01% | 19 | |
| 26 | B | 50.00% | -7.51% | 16.01% | 0.02% | 42 | |
| 27 | A | 47.06% | -10.45% | 18.56% | 0.01% | 17 | |
| 28 | A | 46.15% | -11.36% | 19.40% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 29 | B | 40.00% | -17.51% | 12.52% | 0.01% | 10 | |
| 30 | B | 31.82% | -25.69% | 14.76% | 0.01% | 22 | |
| 31 | A | 27.78% | -29.73% | 19.00% | 0.01% | 18 | |
| 32 | B | 26.67% | -30.84% | 14.04% | 0.01% | 15 | |
| 33 | B | 21.43% | -36.08% | 15.69% | 0.01% | 14 |
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Garen Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Garen's best build in Set 16?
The best Garen build in Set 16 is Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, and Spirit Visage with a 68.21% top four rate, 17.10% first place rate, and 3.61 average placement. This build is picked 5.14% of the time.
What is the best item for Garen?
The best item for Garen is Protector's Vow with a 65.92% win rate. This item is picked 2.72% of the time and has won 3,097 matches across 4,698 games.
Which item is most popular on Garen?
Spirit Visage is the most popular item on Garen with a 14.51% pick rate. This item maintains a 65.40% win rate and has been used in 25,030 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Garen?
The top 3 items for Garen are Protector's Vow, Steadfast Heart, and Spirit Visage with an average win rate of 65.70%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Garen item builds have?
The Garen item builds are based on 138,708 total matches. Protector's Vow has the most wins with 3,097 victories.
Should I always build Protector's Vow on Garen?
While Protector's Vow has the highest win rate at 65.92%, the best Garen build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Protector's Vow, Steadfast Heart, and Spirit Visage as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Garen in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Garen in Set 16 are Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, and Negatron Cloak. These components appear most frequently in Garen's highest win rate item builds. Chain Vest is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Garen's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Garen in TFT?
When playing Garen in TFT Set 16, prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel as it builds into Garen's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Giant's Belt and Negatron Cloak. These components give you the flexibility to build Garen's optimal items.
Should I itemize Garen in TFT Set 16?
Garen is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Garen's best item build achieves a +10.7% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 57.5%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Garen a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Garen is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Garen achieves +10.7% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Garen's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Garen achieves an average top four rate of 65.4% in TFT Set 16, which is +7.9% compared to the base rate of 57.5%. The best Garen item build reaches 68.2% top four rate with a 3.61 average placement.
What is the best Garen emblem?
The best Garen emblem is Invoker Emblem with a 75.00% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.05% of the time and has been used in 88 matches.
What is the top Garen radiant item?
The top Garen radiant item is Radiant Red Buff with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.00% of the time and has been used in 6 matches.
What is the best Garen artifact?
The best Garen artifact is Rapid Firecannon with a 100.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 9 matches.