LuluTFT Build
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1 CostBest Lulu build for TFT Set 16 with 93.3% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Archangel's Staff, and Blue Buff. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Lulu builds: Thief's Gloves (93.33% top four rate, +44.96% difference); Rabadon's Deathcap, Rabadon's Deathcap, Void Staff (31.25% top four rate, -17.12% difference); Blue Buff, Rabadon's Deathcap, Rabadon's Deathcap (27.50% top four rate, -20.87% difference)
Lulu Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Lulu in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Tear of the Goddess, Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and Recurve Bow are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Lulu'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 Lulu?
Tear of the Goddess is the 1st priority component for Lulu, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Archangel's Staff, Blue Buff, Adaptive Helm, which are core items for maximizing Lulu's effectiveness.
Needlessly Large Rod is the 2nd priority component for Lulu, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Archangel's Staff, Morellonomicon, Hextech Gunblade, which are core items for maximizing Lulu's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Lulu, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Lulu's effectiveness.
Lulu Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Tear of the Goddess on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Lulu's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Tear of the Goddess or Needlessly Large Rod 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 Lulu's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Lulu in Set 16
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Lulu Itemization in Set 16
Lulu's best item build provides +45.0% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
Even when itemized, Lulu only achieves 5.08 average placement.
Itemized Lulu achieves 20.7% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 1-cost champion, Lulu is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Lulu Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Lulu itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Lulu has a base top four rate of 48.4%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Lulu item build achieves a 93.3% top four rate, representing a +45.0% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, and 4 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Lulu achieves 37.9% top four rate (-10.4% vs base) with 5.08 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Lulu achieves a 20.7% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Lulu a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Lulu
- When you find Lulu 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 Lulu's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Lulu through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Lulu
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Lulu Items in TFT Set 16
The best Lulu item is Thief's Gloves with a 56.65% win rate (+8.28% vs base), 15.95% first place rate, and 4.82% pick rate. The most popular is Rabadon's Deathcap with a 15.00% pick rate and 37.54% win rate. Morellonomicon has the highest first place rate at 16.64%. The top three Lulu items are Thief's Gloves, Archangel's Staff, and Blue Buff.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 56.65% | +8.28% | 15.95% | 4.82% | 1,797 | ||
  | B | 52.37% | +4.00% | 13.96% | 4.71% | 1,753 | ||
| B | 51.35% | +2.98% | 14.41% | 6.35% | 2,366 | ||
| 4 |  | A | 50.22% | +1.85% | 16.10% | 3.06% | 1,141 | |
| 5 |  | A | 49.13% | +0.76% | 16.64% | 2.31% | 861 | |
| 6 |  | B | 48.84% | +0.47% | 15.46% | 3.48% | 1,298 | |
| 7 |  | B | 47.07% | -1.30% | 14.57% | 4.35% | 1,619 | |
| 8 | | B | 45.27% | -3.10% | 14.16% | 6.52% | 2,430 | |
| 9 | | B | 43.66% | -4.71% | 15.39% | 7.24% | 2,698 | |
| 10 | | B | 43.46% | -4.91% | 16.13% | 6.91% | 2,575 | |
| 11 | | B | 41.43% | -6.94% | 13.56% | 3.63% | 1,354 | |
| 12 | | B | 37.54% | -10.83% | 14.72% | 15.00% | 5,589 |
Best Lulu Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Lulu artifact item is Infinity Force with a 75.00% win rate (+26.63% vs base), 17.83% first place rate, and 0.03% pick rate. The most popular is Luden's Tempest with a 0.14% pick rate and 32.08% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 23.50%. The top three Lulu artifact items are Infinity Force, Sniper's Focus, and Blighting Jewel.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 75.00% | +26.63% | 17.83% | 0.03% | 12 | ||
| A | 70.00% | +21.63% | 18.97% | 0.03% | 10 | ||
| A | 52.38% | +4.01% | 18.73% | 0.11% | 42 | ||
| 4 | A | 50.00% | +1.63% | 19.60% | 0.09% | 34 | |
| 5 | A | 50.00% | +1.63% | 19.92% | 0.09% | 32 | |
| 6 | A | 50.00% | +1.63% | 18.57% | 0.03% | 12 | |
| 7 | A | 38.46% | -9.91% | 19.81% | 0.07% | 26 | |
| 8 | A | 36.36% | -12.01% | 19.61% | 0.12% | 44 | |
| 9 | A | 32.08% | -16.29% | 18.62% | 0.14% | 53 | |
| 10 | A | 25.00% | -23.37% | 23.50% | 0.03% | 12 | |
| 11 | A | 18.75% | -29.62% | 20.57% | 0.04% | 16 |
Best Lulu Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Lulu radiant item is Radiant Hextech Gunblade with a 81.82% win rate (+33.45% vs base), 17.62% first place rate, and 0.03% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.13% pick rate and 56.25% win rate. Radiant Blue Buff has the highest first place rate at 18.54%. The top three Lulu radiant items are Radiant Hextech Gunblade, Radiant Adaptive Helm, and Radiant Thief's Gloves.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 81.82% | +33.45% | 17.62% | 0.03% | 11 | ||
| B | 61.54% | +13.17% | 14.18% | 0.03% | 13 | ||
| B | 56.25% | +7.88% | 15.57% | 0.13% | 48 | ||
| 4 | B | 38.10% | -10.27% | 17.24% | 0.06% | 21 | |
| 5 | A | 31.25% | -17.12% | 16.32% | 0.04% | 16 | |
| 6 | A | 5.56% | -42.81% | 18.54% | 0.05% | 18 |
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Lulu Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lulu's best build in Set 16?
The best Lulu build in Set 16 is Thief's Gloves with a 93.33% top four rate, 77.22% first place rate, and 1.56 average placement. This build is picked 0.29% of the time.
What is the best item for Lulu?
The best item for Lulu is Thief's Gloves with a 56.65% win rate. This item is picked 4.82% of the time and has won 1,018 matches across 1,797 games.
Which item is most popular on Lulu?
Rabadon's Deathcap is the most popular item on Lulu with a 15.00% pick rate. This item maintains a 37.54% win rate and has been used in 5,589 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Lulu?
The top 3 items for Lulu are Thief's Gloves, Archangel's Staff, and Blue Buff with an average win rate of 53.46%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Lulu item builds have?
The Lulu item builds are based on 27,940 total matches. Thief's Gloves has the most wins with 1,018 victories.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Lulu?
While Thief's Gloves has the highest win rate at 56.65%, the best Lulu build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Thief's Gloves, Archangel's Staff, and Blue Buff as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Lulu in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Lulu in Set 16 are Tear of the Goddess, Needlessly Large Rod, and Sparring Gloves. These components appear most frequently in Lulu's highest win rate item builds. Tear of the Goddess is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Lulu's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Lulu in TFT?
When playing Lulu in TFT Set 16, prioritize Tear of the Goddess on the first carousel as it builds into Lulu's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Needlessly Large Rod and Sparring Gloves. These components give you the flexibility to build Lulu's optimal items.
Should I itemize Lulu in TFT Set 16?
Lulu is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Lulu's best item build achieves a +45.0% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 48.4%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Lulu a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Lulu is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Lulu achieves +45.0% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Lulu's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Lulu achieves an average top four rate of 37.9% in TFT Set 16, which is -10.4% compared to the base rate of 48.4%. The best Lulu item build reaches 93.3% top four rate with a 1.56 average placement.
What is the best Lulu emblem?
The best Lulu emblem is Longshot Emblem with a 64.18% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.72% of the time and has been used in 268 matches.
What is the top Lulu radiant item?
The top Lulu radiant item is Radiant Warmog's Armor with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 5 matches.
What is the best Lulu artifact?
The best Lulu artifact is Infinity Force with a 75.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.03% of the time and has been used in 12 matches.