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3 CostBest Leona build for TFT Set 16 with 61.7% top 4 rate. Top items: Warmog's Armor, Bramble Vest, and Ionic Spark. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Leona builds: Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (61.72% top four rate, +20.45% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (50.41% top four rate, +9.14% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Warmog's Armor (49.45% top four rate, +8.18% difference)
Leona Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Leona in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, Negatron Cloak from the carousel and item drops. Sparring Gloves and Tear of the Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Leona'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 Leona?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Leona, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Bramble Vest, Steadfast Heart, Sunfire Cape, which are core items for maximizing Leona's effectiveness.
Giant's Belt is the 2nd priority component for Leona, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Warmog's Armor, Spirit Visage, Sunfire Cape, which are core items for maximizing Leona's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Leona, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Ionic Spark, Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Leona's effectiveness.
Leona Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Leona'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 Leona's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Leona in Set 16
High PriorityLeona is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Leona item build achieves a 61.7% top four rate, which is +20.4% higher than Leona's base rate of 41.3%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Leona Itemization in Set 16
Leona's best item build provides +20.4% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Leona is a 3-cost unit that can serve as either a primary carry or support depending on your composition.
Leona Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Leona itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Leona has a base top four rate of 41.3%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Leona item build achieves a 61.7% top four rate, representing a +20.4% 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 Leona achieves 50.8% top four rate (+9.5% vs base) with 4.43 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Leona achieves a 15.0% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.
✓When to Itemize Leona
- When you find Leona 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 Leona's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Leona
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Leona Items in TFT Set 16
The best Leona item is Warmog's Armor with a 47.01% win rate (+5.74% vs base), 13.53% first place rate, and 9.87% pick rate. The most popular is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 15.61% pick rate and 44.11% win rate. Ionic Spark has the highest first place rate at 17.02%. The top three Leona items are Warmog's Armor, Bramble Vest, and Ionic Spark.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 47.01% | +5.74% | 13.53% | 9.87% | 9,406 | ||
 | B | 47.01% | +5.74% | 15.01% | 6.38% | 6,078 | ||
  | A | 45.80% | +4.53% | 17.02% | 3.25% | 3,096 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 45.29% | +4.02% | 15.74% | 4.97% | 4,743 | |
| 5 | | B | 44.70% | +3.43% | 15.25% | 7.15% | 6,816 | |
| 6 |  | B | 44.70% | +3.43% | 14.57% | 10.84% | 10,332 | |
| 7 | | B | 44.14% | +2.87% | 14.30% | 8.95% | 8,534 | |
| 8 | | B | 44.11% | +2.84% | 13.41% | 15.61% | 14,885 | |
| 9 | | B | 43.66% | +2.39% | 16.08% | 4.02% | 3,834 | |
| 10 | | A | 40.78% | -0.49% | 16.22% | 3.57% | 3,406 |
Best Leona Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Leona artifact item is Silvermere Dawn with a 66.67% win rate (+25.40% vs base), 21.96% first place rate, and 0.10% pick rate. The most popular is Lightshield Crest with a 0.27% pick rate and 45.67% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 24.31%. The top three Leona artifact items are Silvermere Dawn, Zhonya's Paradox, and Titanic Hydra.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 66.67% | +25.40% | 21.96% | 0.10% | 96 | ||
| A | 65.00% | +23.73% | 20.56% | 0.02% | 20 | ||
| B | 59.09% | +17.82% | 14.13% | 0.02% | 22 | ||
| 4 | A | 56.92% | +15.65% | 24.31% | 0.27% | 253 | |
| 5 | A | 50.98% | +9.71% | 20.80% | 0.21% | 204 | |
| 6 | A | 50.00% | +8.73% | 19.53% | 0.02% | 18 | |
| 7 | A | 48.57% | +7.30% | 20.15% | 0.04% | 35 | |
| 8 | A | 47.48% | +6.21% | 19.97% | 0.15% | 139 | |
| 9 | A | 47.41% | +6.14% | 18.63% | 0.24% | 232 | |
| 10 | A | 45.67% | +4.40% | 20.64% | 0.27% | 254 | |
| 11 | A | 43.40% | +2.13% | 17.85% | 0.11% | 106 | |
| 12 | A | 41.67% | +0.40% | 21.66% | 0.03% | 24 | |
| 13 | A | 41.24% | -0.03% | 19.98% | 0.10% | 97 | |
| 14 | A | 37.89% | -3.38% | 20.26% | 0.20% | 190 | |
| 15 | A | 34.33% | -6.94% | 16.90% | 0.07% | 67 | |
| 16 | A | 33.33% | -7.94% | 19.85% | 0.03% | 27 | |
| 17 | A | 30.00% | -11.27% | 18.73% | 0.01% | 10 | |
| 18 | A | 15.38% | -25.89% | 19.83% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 19 | A | 0.00% | -41.27% | 18.58% | 0.01% | 13 |
Best Leona Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Leona radiant item is Radiant Striker's Flail with a 66.67% win rate (+25.40% vs base), 19.40% first place rate, and 0.01% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.17% pick rate and 41.82% win rate. The top three Leona radiant items are Radiant Striker's Flail, Radiant Blue Buff, and Radiant Steadfast Heart.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 66.67% | +25.40% | 19.40% | 0.01% | 12 | ||
| A | 63.64% | +22.37% | 19.00% | 0.01% | 11 | ||
| B | 53.66% | +12.39% | 13.61% | 0.04% | 41 | ||
| 4 | B | 52.38% | +11.11% | 14.34% | 0.02% | 21 | |
| 5 | B | 50.70% | +9.43% | 13.64% | 0.07% | 71 | |
| 6 | B | 47.29% | +6.02% | 15.22% | 0.14% | 129 | |
| 7 | B | 46.67% | +5.40% | 12.52% | 0.02% | 15 | |
| 8 | B | 46.15% | +4.88% | 16.93% | 0.04% | 39 | |
| 9 | B | 45.08% | +3.81% | 14.73% | 0.13% | 122 | |
| 10 | B | 42.86% | +1.59% | 15.61% | 0.01% | 14 | |
| 11 | B | 41.82% | +0.55% | 14.55% | 0.17% | 165 | |
| 12 | B | 41.53% | +0.26% | 14.45% | 0.12% | 118 | |
| 13 | B | 40.00% | -1.27% | 14.76% | 0.02% | 15 | |
| 14 | B | 38.46% | -2.81% | 14.02% | 0.03% | 26 | |
| 15 | A | 38.46% | -2.81% | 18.56% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 16 | B | 37.50% | -3.77% | 15.69% | 0.02% | 16 | |
| 17 | B | 36.36% | -4.91% | 14.47% | 0.01% | 11 | |
| 18 | B | 34.62% | -6.65% | 16.01% | 0.03% | 26 | |
| 19 | B | 30.88% | -10.39% | 12.97% | 0.07% | 68 | |
| 20 | A | 25.00% | -16.27% | 17.96% | 0.01% | 12 | |
| 21 | B | 20.00% | -21.27% | 13.84% | 0.06% | 55 | |
| 22 | B | 0.00% | -41.27% | 14.04% | 0.01% | 10 |
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Leona Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Leona's best build in Set 16?
The best Leona build in Set 16 is Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, and Spirit Visage with a 61.72% top four rate, 16.54% first place rate, and 4.05 average placement. This build is picked 1.15% of the time.
What is the best item for Leona?
The best item for Leona is Warmog's Armor with a 47.01% win rate. This item is picked 9.87% of the time and has won 4,422 matches across 9,406 games.
Which item is most popular on Leona?
Gargoyle Stoneplate is the most popular item on Leona with a 15.61% pick rate. This item maintains a 44.11% win rate and has been used in 14,885 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Leona?
The top 3 items for Leona are Warmog's Armor, Bramble Vest, and Ionic Spark with an average win rate of 46.61%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Leona item builds have?
The Leona item builds are based on 71,130 total matches. Warmog's Armor has the most wins with 4,422 victories.
Should I always build Warmog's Armor on Leona?
While Warmog's Armor has the highest win rate at 47.01%, the best Leona build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Warmog's Armor, Bramble Vest, and Ionic Spark as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Leona in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Leona in Set 16 are Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, and Negatron Cloak. These components appear most frequently in Leona's highest win rate item builds. Chain Vest is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Leona's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Leona in TFT?
When playing Leona in TFT Set 16, prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel as it builds into Leona's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Giant's Belt and Negatron Cloak. These components give you the flexibility to build Leona's optimal items.
Should I itemize Leona in TFT Set 16?
Leona is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Leona's best item build achieves a +20.4% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 41.3%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Leona a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Leona is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Leona achieves +20.4% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Leona's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Leona achieves an average top four rate of 50.8% in TFT Set 16, which is +9.5% compared to the base rate of 41.3%. The best Leona item build reaches 61.7% top four rate with a 4.05 average placement.
What is the best Leona emblem?
The best Leona emblem is Juggernaut Emblem with a 51.65% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.29% of the time and has been used in 273 matches.
What is the top Leona radiant item?
The top Leona radiant item is Radiant Sterak's Gage with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 6 matches.
What is the best Leona artifact?
The best Leona artifact is Silvermere Dawn with a 66.67% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.10% of the time and has been used in 96 matches.