Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 16 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Lux TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.33
1st Place
11.7%
Top 4
52.9%
Pick Rate
9.0%

LuxTFT Build

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Lux build for TFT Set 16 with 63.4% top 4 rate. Top items: Morellonomicon, Archangel's Staff, and Rabadon's Deathcap. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Lux builds: Jeweled Gauntlet, Striker's Flail, Spear of Shojin (63.45% top four rate, +10.60% difference); Hextech Gunblade, Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth (58.64% top four rate, +5.79% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Nashor's Tooth, Nashor's Tooth (58.44% top four rate, +5.59% difference)

Average Placement:3.80
Top 4 Rate:63.45%
Top 4 Diff:+10.60%
First Place Rate:20.25%
Pick Rate:0.93%
Average Placement:3.96
Top 4 Rate:58.64%
Top 4 Diff:+5.79%
First Place Rate:20.08%
Pick Rate:1.10%
Average Placement:4.00
Top 4 Rate:58.44%
Top 4 Diff:+5.59%
First Place Rate:20.30%
Pick Rate:4.17%

Lux Component Priority Order in Set 16

When playing Lux in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Needlessly Large Rod, Tear of the Goddess, Giant's Belt from the carousel and item drops. Recurve Bow and B.F. Sword are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Lux'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.

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Needlessly Large Rod - Priority 1 component for Lux in TFT
Needlessly Large RodFound in 6 builds
2
Tear of the Goddess - Priority 2 component for Lux in TFT
Tear of the GoddessFound in 6 builds
3
Giant's Belt - Priority 3 component for Lux in TFT
Giant's BeltFound in 2 builds
4
Recurve Bow - Priority 4 component for Lux in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 2 builds
5
B.F. Sword - Priority 5 component for Lux in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 2 builds

Why These Components for Lux?

Needlessly Large Rod

Needlessly Large Rod is the 1st priority component for Lux, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Morellonomicon, Archangel's Staff, Rabadon's Deathcap, which are core items for maximizing Lux's effectiveness.

Tear of the Goddess

Tear of the Goddess is the 2nd priority component for Lux, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Archangel's Staff, Blue Buff, Void Staff, which are core items for maximizing Lux's effectiveness.

Giant's Belt

Giant's Belt is the 3rd priority component for Lux, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Morellonomicon, Nashor's Tooth, which are core items for maximizing Lux's effectiveness.

Lux Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Needlessly Large Rod on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Lux's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Needlessly Large Rod or Tear of the Goddess 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 Lux's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Lux in Set 16

High PriorityLux is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Lux item build achieves a 63.4% top four rate, which is +10.6% higher than Lux's base rate of 52.9%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate55.7%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+2.8%
Average Placement4.17
First Place Rate16.8%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate52.9%
Best Build Diff+10.6%
Champion Cost4-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Lux Itemization in Set 16

Excellent Item Scaling

Lux's best item build provides +10.6% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.

High First Place Potential

Itemized Lux achieves 16.8% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.

High-Cost Carry Design

As a 4-cost champion, Lux has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.

Lux Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Lux itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Lux has a base top four rate of 52.9%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Lux item build achieves a 63.4% top four rate, representing a +10.6% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, and 2 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Lux achieves 55.7% top four rate (+2.8% vs base) with 4.17 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Lux achieves a 16.8% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Lux a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.

When to Itemize Lux

  • When you find Lux 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 Lux's key items

When NOT to Itemize Lux

  • When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
  • When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game

Best Lux Items in TFT Set 16

The best Lux item is Morellonomicon with a 61.80% win rate (+8.95% vs base), 16.37% first place rate, and 2.18% pick rate. The most popular is Jeweled Gauntlet with a 19.02% pick rate and 52.60% win rate. The top three Lux items are Morellonomicon, Archangel's Staff, and Rabadon's Deathcap.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Needlessly Large RodGiant's Belt
A61.80%+8.95%16.37%2.18%3,092
Needlessly Large RodTear of the Goddess
C57.66%+4.81%13.41%6.36%9,008
Needlessly Large RodNeedlessly Large Rod
B56.03%+3.18%14.53%5.61%7,944
4
Recurve BowGiant's Belt
C55.87%+3.02%13.62%12.46%17,649
5
Tear of the GoddessTear of the Goddess
C55.46%+2.61%13.41%6.39%9,052
6
B.F. SwordNeedlessly Large Rod
A55.38%+2.53%15.52%4.56%6,461
7
Needlessly Large RodSparring Gloves
D52.60%-0.25%12.99%19.02%26,931
8
Recurve BowTear of the Goddess
B52.23%-0.62%15.64%5.06%7,163
9
B.F. SwordTear of the Goddess
C51.45%-1.40%14.87%9.16%12,971
10
Negatron CloakTear of the Goddess
A47.47%-5.38%16.20%3.16%4,468

Best Lux Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Lux artifact item is Infinity Force with a 70.73% win rate (+17.88% vs base), 14.09% first place rate, and 0.06% pick rate. The most popular is Luden's Tempest with a 0.93% pick rate and 57.53% win rate. Death's Defiance has the highest first place rate at 15.85%. The top three Lux artifact items are Infinity Force, Fishbones, and Sniper's Focus.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
C70.73%+17.88%14.09%0.06%82
C70.10%+17.25%13.78%0.07%97
F66.50%+13.65%10.77%0.44%618
4C64.43%+11.58%14.89%0.11%149
5C62.80%+9.95%13.61%0.29%414
6B61.90%+9.05%15.85%0.07%105
7C61.36%+8.51%13.83%0.09%132
8D59.55%+6.70%10.84%0.06%89
9D57.91%+5.06%11.93%0.66%936
10F57.53%+4.68%10.67%0.93%1,314
11D57.34%+4.49%10.11%0.51%722
12F57.27%+4.42%12.29%0.16%220
13D56.88%+4.03%15.12%0.92%1,301
14C56.52%+3.67%13.52%0.06%92
15F55.92%+3.07%11.54%0.56%794
16D55.43%+2.58%11.64%0.13%184
17C54.55%+1.70%13.96%0.01%11
18D54.39%+1.54%13.17%0.08%114
19B53.16%+0.31%14.81%0.17%237
20C50.00%-2.85%14.00%0.01%14
21D46.96%-5.89%14.08%0.13%181
22B45.45%-7.40%15.85%0.01%11
23D45.45%-7.40%11.87%0.01%11
24C21.43%-31.42%13.73%0.01%14

Best Lux Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Lux radiant item is Radiant Infinity Edge with a 81.82% win rate (+28.97% vs base), 13.61% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Jeweled Gauntlet with a 0.65% pick rate and 75.98% win rate. Radiant Giant Slayer has the highest first place rate at 17.85%. The top three Lux radiant items are Radiant Infinity Edge, Radiant Jeweled Gauntlet, and Radiant Giant Slayer.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
D81.82%+28.97%13.61%0.02%22
F75.98%+23.13%13.39%0.65%920
B74.83%+21.98%17.85%0.10%143
4D73.68%+20.83%11.96%0.01%19
5D73.02%+20.17%11.39%0.04%63
6C72.82%+19.97%14.23%0.49%699
7D70.12%+17.27%9.09%0.18%251
8F70.00%+17.15%9.65%0.01%10
9D69.69%+16.84%14.90%0.23%320
10B69.65%+16.80%13.01%0.28%402
11B69.23%+16.38%12.92%0.12%169
12B69.23%+16.38%10.57%0.01%13
13D68.97%+16.12%12.48%0.02%29
14C68.90%+16.05%13.02%0.36%508
15B66.67%+13.82%16.76%0.01%21
16F66.27%+13.42%13.79%0.36%504
17F65.45%+12.60%10.23%0.39%550
18A63.79%+10.94%13.97%0.38%544
19B60.00%+7.15%14.26%0.01%10
20B58.30%+5.45%12.34%0.18%259
21B56.48%+3.63%13.73%0.08%108
22A54.90%+2.05%16.63%0.04%51
23B50.00%-2.85%12.50%0.01%10
24D49.09%-3.76%10.17%0.04%55
25C42.11%-10.74%14.29%0.01%19
26A40.00%-12.85%14.80%0.01%15

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Lux Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Lux's best build in Set 16?

The best Lux build in TFT Set 16 features Jeweled Gauntlet, Striker's Flail, and Spear of Shojin as core items. This build has a 63.45% win rate and is picked 0.93% of the time. First place rate: 20.25%, avg placement: 3.80.

What is the best item for Lux?

Morellonomicon is the best item for Lux with a 61.80% win rate and 2.18% pick rate across 3,092 matches.

Which item is most popular on Lux?

Jeweled Gauntlet is the most popular item on Lux with a 19.02% pick rate. It has a 52.60% win rate across 26,931 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Lux?

The top 3 items for Lux are Morellonomicon, Archangel's Staff, and Rabadon's Deathcap. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Lux's kit.

How many matches do the Lux item builds have?

The Lux item build data is based on 104,739 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Morellonomicon on Lux?

Morellonomicon is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 61.80% win rate on Lux.

What components should I prioritize for Lux in TFT Set 16?

Priority components for Lux are Needlessly Large Rod, Tear of the Goddess, and Giant's Belt. These components build into Lux's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Lux in TFT?

On carousel for Lux TFT builds, prioritize Needlessly Large Rod. These components are essential for Lux's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Lux in TFT Set 16?

Yes, Lux is a strong item holder with a 63.4% win rate when properly itemized. Lux should be a priority for your items in Lux comps.

Is Lux a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Yes, Lux is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 52.9% to 63.4%. Lux scales well with items.

What is Lux's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?

Lux's top 4 rate when itemized is 55.7%. With proper items, Lux matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Lux emblem?

The best emblem for Lux is Zaun Emblem with a 77.42% win rate. This emblem activates the Zaun trait on Lux, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Lux radiant item?

The top radiant item for Lux is Radiant Spirit Visage with a 87.50% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Lux artifact?

The best artifact for Lux is Void Gauntlet with a 100.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Lux's kit.