LuluTFT Build
Yordle
Arcanist
1 CostBest Lulu build for TFT Set 16 with 92.2% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Morellonomicon, and Archangel's Staff. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Lulu builds: Thief's Gloves (92.16% top four rate, +40.44% difference); Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap (56.25% top four rate, +4.53% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Spear of Shojin (53.03% top four rate, +1.31% 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. Recurve Bow and B.F. Sword 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, Spear of Shojin, 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 Morellonomicon, Archangel's Staff, 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 +40.4% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Itemized Lulu achieves 3.25 average placement, consistently finishing in top positions.
Itemized Lulu achieves 42.1% 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 3 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Lulu has a base top four rate of 51.7%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Lulu item build achieves a 92.2% top four rate, representing a +40.4% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 3 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Lulu achieves 67.1% top four rate (+15.4% vs base) with 3.25 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Lulu achieves a 42.1% 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 58.33% win rate (+6.61% vs base), 15.84% first place rate, and 4.10% pick rate. The most popular is Rabadon's Deathcap with a 7.58% pick rate and 49.47% win rate. Morellonomicon has the highest first place rate at 16.37%. The top three Lulu items are Thief's Gloves, Morellonomicon, and Archangel's Staff.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | A | 58.33% | +6.61% | 15.84% | 4.10% | 1,687 | ||
  | A | 57.81% | +6.09% | 16.37% | 2.54% | 1,043 | ||
 | C | 55.88% | +4.16% | 13.41% | 5.19% | 2,135 | ||
| 4 | | C | 54.47% | +2.75% | 13.41% | 5.90% | 2,427 | |
| 5 |  | C | 54.34% | +2.62% | 13.62% | 4.96% | 2,041 | |
| 6 |  | C | 53.83% | +2.11% | 14.87% | 6.60% | 2,712 | |
| 7 | | A | 53.58% | +1.86% | 15.52% | 3.47% | 1,426 | |
| 8 |  | A | 53.47% | +1.75% | 16.20% | 3.05% | 1,253 | |
| 9 | | B | 51.71% | -0.01% | 14.69% | 2.21% | 907 | |
| 10 | | B | 51.05% | -0.67% | 15.64% | 6.47% | 2,662 | |
| 11 | | B | 49.47% | -2.25% | 14.53% | 7.58% | 3,115 | |
| 12 | | D | 47.01% | -4.71% | 12.99% | 7.16% | 2,944 | |
| 13 | | D | 45.28% | -6.44% | 13.13% | 4.20% | 1,725 |
Best Lulu Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Lulu artifact item is Mittens with a 76.36% win rate (+24.64% vs base), 13.52% first place rate, and 0.13% pick rate. The most popular is Eternal Pact with a 0.46% pick rate and 56.02% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 15.85%. The top three Lulu artifact items are Mittens, Sniper's Focus, and Horizon Focus.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 76.36% | +24.64% | 13.52% | 0.13% | 55 | ||
| F | 65.15% | +13.43% | 10.77% | 0.16% | 66 | ||
| C | 62.96% | +11.24% | 14.89% | 0.13% | 54 | ||
| 4 | C | 58.62% | +6.90% | 14.09% | 0.07% | 29 | |
| 5 | C | 58.49% | +6.77% | 13.78% | 0.13% | 53 | |
| 6 | B | 58.14% | +6.42% | 14.81% | 0.10% | 43 | |
| 7 | F | 57.38% | +5.66% | 10.67% | 0.45% | 183 | |
| 8 | F | 56.25% | +4.53% | 12.29% | 0.04% | 16 | |
| 9 | D | 56.02% | +4.30% | 11.93% | 0.46% | 191 | |
| 10 | D | 54.55% | +2.83% | 11.87% | 0.03% | 11 | |
| 11 | D | 53.49% | +1.77% | 14.08% | 0.10% | 43 | |
| 12 | D | 51.22% | -0.50% | 10.84% | 0.10% | 41 | |
| 13 | C | 50.57% | -1.15% | 13.61% | 0.21% | 87 | |
| 14 | F | 50.40% | -1.32% | 11.54% | 0.30% | 125 | |
| 15 | C | 50.00% | -1.72% | 14.00% | 0.03% | 12 | |
| 16 | D | 48.95% | -2.77% | 15.12% | 0.35% | 143 | |
| 17 | C | 45.28% | -6.44% | 13.83% | 0.13% | 53 | |
| 18 | D | 44.64% | -7.08% | 10.11% | 0.27% | 112 | |
| 19 | D | 43.33% | -8.39% | 13.17% | 0.07% | 30 | |
| 20 | - | 38.89% | -12.83% | 0.00% | 0.13% | 54 | |
| 21 | D | 34.09% | -17.63% | 11.64% | 0.11% | 44 | |
| 22 | B | 30.77% | -20.95% | 15.85% | 0.03% | 13 |
Best Lulu Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Lulu radiant item is Radiant Morellonomicon with a 62.50% win rate (+10.78% vs base), 9.09% first place rate, and 0.10% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Hextech Gunblade with a 0.14% pick rate and 58.62% win rate. Radiant Red Buff has the highest first place rate at 16.63%. The top three Lulu radiant items are Radiant Morellonomicon, Radiant Rabadon's Deathcap, and Radiant Striker's Flail.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 62.50% | +10.78% | 9.09% | 0.10% | 40 | ||
| A | 61.90% | +10.18% | 13.97% | 0.05% | 21 | ||
| B | 61.54% | +9.82% | 12.92% | 0.03% | 13 | ||
| 4 | D | 58.62% | +6.90% | 14.90% | 0.14% | 58 | |
| 5 | B | 57.14% | +5.42% | 12.34% | 0.03% | 14 | |
| 6 | F | 57.14% | +5.42% | 13.79% | 0.10% | 42 | |
| 7 | B | 53.85% | +2.13% | 13.01% | 0.09% | 39 | |
| 8 | B | 52.17% | +0.45% | 13.73% | 0.11% | 46 | |
| 9 | D | 50.00% | -1.72% | 13.61% | 0.02% | 10 | |
| 10 | F | 45.45% | -6.27% | 10.23% | 0.08% | 33 | |
| 11 | D | 45.45% | -6.27% | 10.17% | 0.03% | 11 | |
| 12 | C | 43.59% | -8.13% | 14.23% | 0.09% | 39 | |
| 13 | C | 41.18% | -10.54% | 13.02% | 0.12% | 51 | |
| 14 | A | 40.00% | -11.72% | 16.63% | 0.04% | 15 | |
| 15 | D | 40.00% | -11.72% | 11.39% | 0.05% | 20 | |
| 16 | F | 38.10% | -13.62% | 13.39% | 0.05% | 21 | |
| 17 | B | 28.57% | -23.15% | 10.57% | 0.03% | 14 |
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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 TFT Set 16 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 92.16% win rate and is picked 0.24% of the time. First place rate: 84.97%, avg placement: 1.49.
What is the best item for Lulu?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Lulu with a 58.33% win rate and 4.10% pick rate across 1,687 matches.
Which item is most popular on Lulu?
Rabadon's Deathcap is the most popular item on Lulu with a 7.58% pick rate. It has a 49.47% win rate across 3,115 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Lulu?
The top 3 items for Lulu are Thief's Gloves, Morellonomicon, and Archangel's Staff. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Lulu's kit.
How many matches do the Lulu item builds have?
The Lulu item build data is based on 27,187 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Lulu?
Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 58.33% win rate on Lulu.
What components should I prioritize for Lulu in TFT Set 16?
Priority components for Lulu are Tear of the Goddess, Needlessly Large Rod, and Sparring Gloves. These components build into Lulu's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Lulu in TFT?
On carousel for Lulu TFT builds, prioritize Tear of the Goddess. These components are essential for Lulu's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Lulu in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Lulu is a strong item holder with a 92.2% win rate when properly itemized. Lulu should be a priority for your items in Lulu comps.
Is Lulu a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Lulu is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 51.7% to 92.2%. Lulu scales well with items.
What is Lulu's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
Lulu's top 4 rate when itemized is 67.1%. With proper items, Lulu significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Lulu emblem?
The best emblem for Lulu is Noxus Emblem with a 70.31% win rate. This emblem activates the Noxus trait on Lulu, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Lulu radiant item?
The top radiant item for Lulu is Radiant Morellonomicon with a 62.50% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Lulu artifact?
The best artifact for Lulu is Mittens with a 76.36% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Lulu's kit.