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.
Avg Place
4.03
1st Place
12.9%
Top 4
59.5%
SettTFT Build
Set 16
Ionia
The Boss
5 CostSetSet 17
Matches115,344
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedAug 10, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Best Sett build for TFT Set 16 with 61.5% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Hextech Gunblade, and Giant Slayer. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
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Set 16 Sett builds: Bloodthirster, Jeweled Gauntlet, Hand Of Justice (61.45% top four rate, +1.90% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap, Hand Of Justice (60.26% top four rate, +0.71% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Striker's Flail, Hand Of Justice (60.16% top four rate, +0.61% difference)
Average Placement:4.18
Top 4 Rate:61.45%
Top 4 Diff:+1.90%
First Place Rate:12.29%
Pick Rate:0.80%
Average Placement:4.06
Top 4 Rate:60.26%
Top 4 Diff:+0.71%
First Place Rate:15.31%
Pick Rate:0.69%
Average Placement:3.97
Top 4 Rate:60.16%
Top 4 Diff:+0.61%
First Place Rate:16.02%
Pick Rate:1.67%
Sett Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Sett in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, Needlessly Large Rod, B.F. Sword from the carousel and item drops. Recurve Bow and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Sett'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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Sparring GlovesFound in 5 builds
2
Needlessly Large RodFound in 5 builds
3
B.F. SwordFound in 4 builds
4
Recurve BowFound in 2 builds
5
Negatron CloakFound in 2 builds
Why These Components for Sett?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Sett, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Sett's effectiveness.
Needlessly Large Rod is the 2nd priority component for Sett, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Rabadon's Deathcap, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Sett's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 3rd priority component for Sett, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Giant Slayer, Bloodthirster, which are core items for maximizing Sett's effectiveness.
Sett Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Sett's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves 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 Sett's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Sett in Set 16
Low PrioritySett has low itemization priority in Set 16. Even with optimal items, Sett only achieves +1.9% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 59.5%. Consider using Sett as a support unit or item holder for a stronger carry.
When Itemized (Avg)
Top 4 Rate59.6%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+0.0%
Average Placement4.07
First Place Rate14.9%
Base Champion Stats
Base Top 4 Rate59.5%
Best Build Diff+1.9%
Champion Cost5-cost
Builds Analyzed4
Key Factors for Sett Itemization in Set 16
Minimal Item Benefit
Even Sett's best item build only provides +1.9% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.
High-Cost Carry Design
As a 5-cost champion, Sett has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Sett Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Sett itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 4 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Sett has a base top four rate of 59.5%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Sett item build achieves a 61.5% top four rate, representing a +1.9% difference from the base rate. 3 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Sett achieves 59.6% top four rate (+0.0% vs base) with 4.07 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Sett achieves a 14.9% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.
✓When to Itemize Sett
- When Sett'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
✗When NOT to Itemize Sett
- When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
- When the lobby is heavily contesting Sett
Best Sett Items in TFT Set 16
The best Sett item is Thief's Gloves with a 70.27% win rate (+10.72% vs base), 15.82% first place rate, and 5.51% pick rate. The most popular is Hand Of Justice with a 12.91% pick rate and 59.00% win rate. Ionic Spark has the highest first place rate at 16.31%. The top three Sett items are Thief's Gloves, Hextech Gunblade, and Giant Slayer.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | A | 70.27% | +10.72% |
Best Sett Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Sett artifact item is Gold Collector with a 67.68% win rate (+8.13% vs base), 12.55% first place rate, and 0.11% pick rate. The most popular is Talisman Of Ascension with a 0.85% pick rate and 56.83% win rate. Zhonya's Paradox has the highest first place rate at 15.68%. The top three Sett artifact items are Gold Collector, Aegis of Dawn, and Void Gauntlet.
Rank | Item | Rating |
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Best Sett Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Sett radiant item is Radiant Morellonomicon with a 84.00% win rate (+24.45% vs base), 12.02% first place rate, and 0.06% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.54% pick rate and 62.42% win rate. Radiant Sterak's Gage has the highest first place rate at 21.77%. The top three Sett radiant items are Radiant Morellonomicon, Radiant Infinity Edge, and Radiant Steadfast Heart.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate |
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Sett Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sett's best build in Set 16?
The best Sett build in TFT Set 16 features Bloodthirster, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Hand Of Justice as core items. This build has a 61.45% win rate and is picked 0.80% of the time. First place rate: 12.29%, avg placement: 4.18.
What is the best item for Sett?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Sett with a 70.27% win rate and 5.51% pick rate across 4,955 matches.
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