Graves TFT Build
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Gunslinger
2 CostBest Graves build for TFT Set 16 with 95.7% top 4 rate. Top items: Dead Man's Dagger, Captain's Brew, and Quicksilver. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Graves builds: Thief's Gloves (95.65% top four rate, +60.01% difference); Adaptive Helm, Striker's Flail, Thief's Gloves (44.44% top four rate, +8.80% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (35.90% top four rate, +0.26% difference)
Graves Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Graves 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 Graves '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 Graves ?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Graves , appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Last Whisper, Thief's Gloves, which are core items for maximizing Graves 's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Graves , appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Edge of Night, Deathblade, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Graves 's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Graves , appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Graves 's effectiveness.
Graves Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Graves '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 Graves 's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Graves in Set 16
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Graves Itemization in Set 16
Graves 's best item build provides +60.0% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Itemized Graves achieves 18.3% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 2-cost champion, Graves is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Graves Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Graves itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Graves has a base top four rate of 35.6%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Graves item build achieves a 95.7% top four rate, representing a +60.0% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 2 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Graves achieves 48.6% top four rate (+13.0% vs base) with 4.31 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Graves achieves a 18.3% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Graves a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Graves
- When you find Graves 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 Graves 's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Graves through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Graves
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Graves Items in TFT Set 16
The best Graves item is Quicksilver with a 47.03% win rate (+11.39% vs base), 15.12% first place rate, and 2.94% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 10.06% pick rate and 34.53% win rate. Last Whisper has the highest first place rate at 15.99%. The top three Graves items are Quicksilver, Last Whisper, and Thief's Gloves.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 47.03% | +11.39% | 15.12% | 2.94% | 657 | ||
 | B | 45.95% | +10.31% | 15.99% | 3.59% | 803 | ||
| B | 44.66% | +9.02% | 15.95% | 5.65% | 1,263 | ||
| 4 | | B | 44.40% | +8.76% | 13.97% | 2.08% | 464 | |
| 5 |   | B | 43.54% | +7.90% | 15.95% | 2.63% | 588 | |
| 6 | | B | 42.00% | +6.36% | 13.92% | 2.60% | 581 | |
| 7 |  | B | 41.32% | +5.68% | 14.71% | 5.21% | 1,164 | |
| 8 | | B | 41.04% | +5.40% | 14.38% | 4.12% | 921 | |
| 9 |  | B | 40.98% | +5.34% | 13.56% | 4.11% | 920 | |
| 10 |  | B | 40.87% | +5.23% | 14.91% | 4.61% | 1,030 | |
| 11 | | B | 37.10% | +1.46% | 14.35% | 5.86% | 1,310 | |
| 12 | | B | 36.46% | +0.82% | 14.76% | 5.81% | 1,300 | |
| 13 | | B | 34.53% | -1.11% | 14.15% | 10.06% | 2,250 |
Best Graves Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Graves artifact item is Death's Defiance with a 69.23% win rate (+33.59% vs base), 20.80% first place rate, and 0.12% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Force with a 0.19% pick rate and 44.19% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 24.12%. The top three Graves artifact items are Death's Defiance, Flickerblades, and Hellfire Hatchet.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 69.23% | +33.59% | 20.80% | 0.12% | 26 | ||
| A | 66.67% | +31.03% | 18.57% | 0.08% | 18 | ||
| A | 63.64% | +28.00% | 19.93% | 0.15% | 33 | ||
| 4 | A | 62.86% | +27.22% | 19.31% | 0.16% | 35 | |
| 5 | A | 62.16% | +26.52% | 19.75% | 0.17% | 37 | |
| 6 | A | 60.00% | +24.36% | 24.12% | 0.07% | 15 | |
| 7 | A | 44.19% | +8.55% | 17.83% | 0.19% | 43 | |
| 8 | A | 42.86% | +7.22% | 18.53% | 0.13% | 28 | |
| 9 | A | 41.18% | +5.54% | 21.78% | 0.15% | 34 | |
| 10 | A | 40.74% | +5.10% | 23.21% | 0.12% | 27 | |
| 11 | A | 40.00% | +4.36% | 19.60% | 0.04% | 10 | |
| 12 | A | 40.00% | +4.36% | 17.75% | 0.07% | 15 |
Best Graves Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Graves radiant item is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 40.00% win rate (+4.36% vs base), 14.22% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.30% pick rate and 24.24% win rate. Radiant Bloodthirster has the highest first place rate at 19.43%. The top three Graves radiant items are Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade, Radiant Bloodthirster, and Radiant Infinity Edge.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 40.00% | +4.36% | 14.22% | 0.04% | 10 | ||
| A | 27.78% | -7.86% | 19.43% | 0.08% | 18 | ||
| B | 26.32% | -9.32% | 18.87% | 0.08% | 19 | ||
| 4 | B | 24.24% | -11.40% | 15.57% | 0.30% | 66 | |
| 5 | B | 20.00% | -15.64% | 14.39% | 0.04% | 10 | |
| 6 | B | 10.00% | -25.64% | 13.78% | 0.04% | 10 | |
| 7 | B | 9.09% | -26.55% | 18.12% | 0.05% | 11 | |
| 8 | B | 8.33% | -27.31% | 14.27% | 0.05% | 12 |
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Graves Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graves 's best build in Set 16?
The best Graves build in Set 16 is Thief's Gloves with a 95.65% top four rate, 63.04% first place rate, and 1.61 average placement. This build is picked 0.18% of the time.
What is the best item for Graves ?
The best item for Graves is Dead Man's Dagger with a 57.86% win rate. This item is picked 3.05% of the time and has won 394 matches across 681 games.
Which item is most popular on Graves ?
Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Graves with a 10.06% pick rate. This item maintains a 34.53% win rate and has been used in 2,250 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Graves ?
The top 3 items for Graves are Dead Man's Dagger, Captain's Brew, and Quicksilver with an average win rate of 51.78%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Graves item builds have?
The Graves item builds are based on 15,455 total matches. Dead Man's Dagger has the most wins with 394 victories.
Should I always build Dead Man's Dagger on Graves ?
While Dead Man's Dagger has the highest win rate at 57.86%, the best Graves build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Dead Man's Dagger, Captain's Brew, and Quicksilver as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Graves in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Graves in Set 16 are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Recurve Bow. These components appear most frequently in Graves 's highest win rate item builds. Sparring Gloves is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Graves 's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Graves in TFT?
When playing Graves in TFT Set 16, prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel as it builds into Graves 's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include B.F. Sword and Recurve Bow. These components give you the flexibility to build Graves 's optimal items.
Should I itemize Graves in TFT Set 16?
Graves is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Graves 's best item build achieves a +60.0% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 35.6%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Graves a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Graves is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Graves achieves +60.0% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Graves 's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Graves achieves an average top four rate of 48.6% in TFT Set 16, which is +13.0% compared to the base rate of 35.6%. The best Graves item build reaches 95.7% top four rate with a 1.61 average placement.
What is the best Graves emblem?
The best Graves emblem is Longshot Emblem with a 55.81% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.19% of the time and has been used in 43 matches.
What is the top Graves radiant item?
The top Graves radiant item is Radiant Protector's Vow with a 44.44% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.04% of the time and has been used in 9 matches.
What is the best Graves artifact?
The best Graves artifact is Statikk Shiv with a 100.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.04% of the time and has been used in 9 matches.