NautilusTFT Build
Bilgewater
Juggernaut
Warden
3 CostBest Nautilus build for TFT Set 16 with 39.2% top 4 rate. Top items: Barknuckles, Thief's Gloves, and Evenshroud. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Nautilus builds: Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Evenshroud (39.20% top four rate, +0.99% difference); Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (36.42% top four rate, -1.79% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (36.33% top four rate, -1.88% difference)
Nautilus Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Nautilus 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 Nautilus'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 Nautilus?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Nautilus, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Bramble Vest, Steadfast Heart, Sunfire Cape, which are core items for maximizing Nautilus's effectiveness.
Giant's Belt is the 2nd priority component for Nautilus, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Sunfire Cape, Warmog's Armor, which are core items for maximizing Nautilus's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Nautilus, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Nautilus's effectiveness.
Nautilus Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Nautilus'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 Nautilus's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Nautilus in Set 16
Low PriorityNautilus has low itemization priority in Set 16. Even with optimal items, Nautilus only achieves +1.0% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 38.2%. Consider using Nautilus as a support unit or item holder for a stronger carry.
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Nautilus Itemization in Set 16
Even Nautilus's best item build only provides +1.0% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.
4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
Even when itemized, Nautilus only achieves 5.11 average placement.
Nautilus is a 3-cost unit that can serve as either a primary carry or support depending on your composition.
Nautilus Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Nautilus itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Nautilus has a base top four rate of 38.2%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Nautilus item build achieves a 39.2% top four rate, representing a +1.0% difference from the base rate. 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 4 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Nautilus achieves 36.5% top four rate (-1.7% vs base) with 5.11 average placement.
Itemized Nautilus has a 7.6% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
âś“When to Itemize Nautilus
- When Nautilus's perfect items naturally come together
- When your primary carry options aren't hitting
- As a temporary item holder before transitioning to a stronger carry
âś—When NOT to Itemize Nautilus
- When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
- When the lobby is heavily contesting Nautilus
Best Nautilus Items in TFT Set 16
The best Nautilus item is Thief's Gloves with a 46.15% win rate (+7.94% vs base), 16.08% first place rate, and 2.61% pick rate. The most popular is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 13.56% pick rate and 37.16% win rate. Protector's Vow has the highest first place rate at 16.22%. The top three Nautilus items are Thief's Gloves, Evenshroud, and Dragon's Claw.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 46.15% | +7.94% | 16.08% | 2.61% | 2,284 | ||
  | B | 42.53% | +4.32% | 15.95% | 5.72% | 4,996 | ||
| B | 42.11% | +3.90% | 15.25% | 6.31% | 5,514 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 41.12% | +2.91% | 15.01% | 6.24% | 5,447 | |
| 5 | | B | 41.09% | +2.88% | 15.74% | 3.25% | 2,838 | |
| 6 | | B | 39.60% | +1.39% | 14.30% | 10.96% | 9,571 | |
| 7 | | B | 37.16% | -1.05% | 13.41% | 13.56% | 11,849 | |
| 8 | | B | 37.12% | -1.09% | 13.53% | 10.17% | 8,887 | |
| 9 |  | B | 37.10% | -1.11% | 14.57% | 10.40% | 9,089 | |
| 10 | | A | 36.05% | -2.16% | 16.22% | 3.89% | 3,398 |
Best Nautilus Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Nautilus artifact item is Zhonya's Paradox with a 58.06% win rate (+19.85% vs base), 20.56% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Lightshield Crest with a 0.25% pick rate and 45.45% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 24.31%. The top three Nautilus artifact items are Zhonya's Paradox, Death's Defiance, and Aegis of Dusk.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 58.06% | +19.85% | 20.56% | 0.04% | 31 | ||
| A | 53.33% | +15.12% | 21.66% | 0.02% | 15 | ||
| A | 48.92% | +10.71% | 20.26% | 0.21% | 186 | ||
| 4 | A | 46.81% | +8.60% | 19.98% | 0.11% | 94 | |
| 5 | A | 45.45% | +7.24% | 20.64% | 0.25% | 220 | |
| 6 | A | 44.58% | +6.37% | 17.85% | 0.10% | 83 | |
| 7 | A | 44.19% | +5.98% | 24.31% | 0.05% | 43 | |
| 8 | A | 43.24% | +5.03% | 20.80% | 0.21% | 185 | |
| 9 | A | 39.35% | +1.14% | 19.97% | 0.18% | 155 | |
| 10 | A | 37.20% | -1.01% | 18.63% | 0.24% | 207 | |
| 11 | A | 31.67% | -6.54% | 21.96% | 0.07% | 60 | |
| 12 | A | 30.00% | -8.21% | 21.01% | 0.01% | 10 | |
| 13 | A | 26.67% | -11.54% | 16.90% | 0.05% | 45 | |
| 14 | A | 26.47% | -11.74% | 20.15% | 0.04% | 34 | |
| 15 | B | 21.74% | -16.47% | 14.13% | 0.03% | 23 | |
| 16 | A | 18.75% | -19.46% | 20.95% | 0.02% | 16 | |
| 17 | A | 0.00% | -38.21% | 19.85% | 0.01% | 13 |
Best Nautilus Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Nautilus radiant item is Radiant Hextech Gunblade with a 60.00% win rate (+21.79% vs base), 19.08% first place rate, and 0.01% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.11% pick rate and 35.05% win rate. Radiant Nashor's Tooth has the highest first place rate at 23.18%. The top three Nautilus radiant items are Radiant Hextech Gunblade, Radiant Nashor's Tooth, and Radiant Titan's Resolve.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 60.00% | +21.79% | 19.08% | 0.01% | 10 | ||
| A | 54.55% | +16.34% | 23.18% | 0.01% | 11 | ||
| A | 54.55% | +16.34% | 16.83% | 0.01% | 11 | ||
| 4 | B | 52.94% | +14.73% | 14.02% | 0.02% | 17 | |
| 5 | B | 47.54% | +9.33% | 14.73% | 0.07% | 61 | |
| 6 | B | 44.62% | +6.41% | 15.22% | 0.07% | 65 | |
| 7 | B | 35.09% | -3.12% | 12.97% | 0.07% | 57 | |
| 8 | B | 35.05% | -3.16% | 14.55% | 0.11% | 97 | |
| 9 | B | 29.21% | -9.00% | 14.45% | 0.10% | 89 | |
| 10 | B | 25.81% | -12.40% | 14.34% | 0.04% | 31 | |
| 11 | B | 25.00% | -13.21% | 13.64% | 0.03% | 24 | |
| 12 | B | 23.53% | -14.68% | 16.93% | 0.02% | 17 | |
| 13 | B | 23.21% | -15.00% | 13.84% | 0.06% | 56 | |
| 14 | B | 23.08% | -15.13% | 16.01% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 15 | B | 20.00% | -18.21% | 13.61% | 0.04% | 35 |
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Nautilus Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nautilus's best build in Set 16?
The best Nautilus build in Set 16 is Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, and Evenshroud with a 39.20% top four rate, 10.80% first place rate, and 4.84 average placement. This build is picked 0.38% of the time.
What is the best item for Nautilus?
The best item for Nautilus is Barknuckles with a 48.52% win rate. This item is picked 3.98% of the time and has won 1,685 matches across 3,473 games.
Which item is most popular on Nautilus?
Gargoyle Stoneplate is the most popular item on Nautilus with a 13.56% pick rate. This item maintains a 37.16% win rate and has been used in 11,849 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Nautilus?
The top 3 items for Nautilus are Barknuckles, Thief's Gloves, and Evenshroud with an average win rate of 45.73%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Nautilus item builds have?
The Nautilus item builds are based on 67,346 total matches. Barknuckles has the most wins with 1,685 victories.
Should I always build Barknuckles on Nautilus?
While Barknuckles has the highest win rate at 48.52%, the best Nautilus build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Barknuckles, Thief's Gloves, and Evenshroud as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Nautilus in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Nautilus in Set 16 are Chain Vest, Giant's Belt, and Negatron Cloak. These components appear most frequently in Nautilus's highest win rate item builds. Chain Vest is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Nautilus's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Nautilus in TFT?
When playing Nautilus in TFT Set 16, prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel as it builds into Nautilus's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Giant's Belt and Negatron Cloak. These components give you the flexibility to build Nautilus's optimal items.
Should I itemize Nautilus in TFT Set 16?
Nautilus is a low priority for itemization in TFT Set 16. Nautilus's best item build achieves a +1.0% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 38.2%. Consider using items on other carries in your composition.
Is Nautilus a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Nautilus can serve as a temporary item holder in TFT Set 16, but consider transferring items to a stronger carry later. The +1.0% improvement with items is modest.
What is Nautilus's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Nautilus achieves an average top four rate of 36.5% in TFT Set 16, which is -1.7% compared to the base rate of 38.2%. The best Nautilus item build reaches 39.2% top four rate with a 4.84 average placement.
What is the best Nautilus emblem?
The best Nautilus emblem is Bruiser Emblem with a 52.61% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.97% of the time and has been used in 844 matches.
What is the top Nautilus radiant item?
The top Nautilus radiant item is Radiant Rabadon's Deathcap 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 Nautilus artifact?
The best Nautilus artifact is Eternal Pact with a 71.43% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 7 matches.