Shyvana TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
3.71
1st Place
14.2%
Top 4
64.0%
Pick Rate
17.0%

ShyvanaTFT Build

Set 16
S5 Cost icon5 Cost
SetSet 16
Matches461,978
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Shyvana build for TFT Set 16 with 93.8% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Infinity Edge, and Quicksilver. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Shyvana builds: Thief's Gloves (93.75% top four rate, +29.70% difference); Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Titan's Resolve (58.33% top four rate, -5.72% difference); Bloodthirster, Edge of Night, Titan's Resolve (56.67% top four rate, -7.38% difference)

Average Placement:1.55
Top 4 Rate:93.75%
Top 4 Diff:+29.70%
First Place Rate:73.21%
Pick Rate:0.84%
Average Placement:3.96
Top 4 Rate:58.33%
Top 4 Diff:-5.72%
First Place Rate:18.33%
Pick Rate:0.90%
Average Placement:4.13
Top 4 Rate:56.67%
Top 4 Diff:-7.38%
First Place Rate:13.33%
Pick Rate:0.22%

Shyvana Component Priority Order in Set 16

When playing Shyvana in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Negatron Cloak from the carousel and item drops. Chain Vest and Recurve Bow are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Shyvana'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 Gloves - Priority 1 component for Shyvana in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 5 builds
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B.F. Sword - Priority 2 component for Shyvana in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 5 builds
3
Negatron Cloak - Priority 3 component for Shyvana in TFT
Negatron CloakFound in 2 builds
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Chain Vest - Priority 4 component for Shyvana in TFT
Chain VestFound in 2 builds
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Recurve Bow - Priority 5 component for Shyvana in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 2 builds

Why These Components for Shyvana?

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Shyvana, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Infinity Edge, Quicksilver, which are core items for maximizing Shyvana's effectiveness.

B.F. Sword

B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Shyvana, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Infinity Edge, Sterak's Gage, Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Shyvana's effectiveness.

Negatron Cloak

Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Shyvana, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Bloodthirster, which are core items for maximizing Shyvana's effectiveness.

Shyvana Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Shyvana's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves or B.F. Sword 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 Shyvana's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Shyvana in Set 16

High PriorityShyvana is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Shyvana item build achieves a 93.8% top four rate, which is +29.7% higher than Shyvana's base rate of 64.0%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate63.6%
Top 4 Diff vs Base-0.4%
Average Placement3.59
First Place Rate29.0%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate64.0%
Best Build Diff+29.7%
Champion Cost5-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Shyvana Itemization in Set 16

Excellent Item Scaling

Shyvana's best item build provides +29.7% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.

Most Builds Underperform

4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.

High First Place Potential

Itemized Shyvana achieves 29.0% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.

High-Cost Carry Design

As a 5-cost champion, Shyvana has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.

Shyvana Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Shyvana itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Shyvana has a base top four rate of 64.0%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Shyvana item build achieves a 93.8% top four rate, representing a +29.7% 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 Shyvana achieves 63.6% top four rate (-0.4% vs base) with 3.59 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Shyvana achieves a 29.0% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Shyvana a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.

When to Itemize Shyvana

  • When you find Shyvana 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 Shyvana's key items

When NOT to Itemize Shyvana

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

Best Shyvana Items in TFT Set 16

The best Shyvana item is Thief's Gloves with a 69.17% win rate (+5.12% vs base), 15.70% first place rate, and 6.28% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 10.04% pick rate and 65.19% win rate. The top three Shyvana items are Thief's Gloves, Infinity Edge, and Quicksilver.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
B69.17%+5.12%15.70%6.28%1,174
B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
B69.00%+4.95%12.81%2.29%429
Sparring GlovesNegatron Cloak
B68.78%+4.73%14.81%2.45%458
4
B.F. SwordGiant's Belt
B68.20%+4.15%14.83%7.34%1,374
5
B.F. SwordChain Vest
B66.41%+2.36%15.69%3.42%640
6
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B65.58%+1.53%14.37%2.30%430
7
B.F. SwordNegatron Cloak
B65.19%+1.14%13.50%10.04%1,879
8
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
B63.57%-0.48%13.95%5.46%1,021
9
Chain VestRecurve Bow
B61.59%-2.46%13.84%6.78%1,268

Best Shyvana Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Shyvana artifact item is Silvermere Dawn with a 92.16% win rate (+28.11% vs base), 19.25% first place rate, and 0.27% pick rate. The most popular is Death's Defiance with a 0.67% pick rate and 69.84% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 20.67%. The top three Shyvana artifact items are Silvermere Dawn, Lich Bane, and Void Gauntlet.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A92.16%+28.11%19.25%0.27%51
B84.62%+20.57%17.61%0.07%13
A82.61%+18.56%17.88%0.12%23
4B77.78%+13.73%16.19%0.10%18
5A75.00%+10.95%19.75%0.13%24
6A72.73%+8.68%18.94%0.06%11
7B72.41%+8.36%17.27%0.31%58
8B71.79%+7.74%16.53%0.63%117
9A71.70%+7.65%17.74%0.57%106
10B71.60%+7.55%16.17%0.43%81
11A71.43%+7.38%17.40%0.07%14
12A71.43%+7.38%20.67%0.11%21
13A70.83%+6.78%16.96%0.13%24
14A69.84%+5.79%19.23%0.67%126
15A68.75%+4.70%17.60%0.17%32
16A64.91%+0.86%19.13%0.30%57
17B64.06%+0.01%12.28%0.34%64
18B60.61%-3.44%14.91%0.18%33
19A58.33%-5.72%17.99%0.06%12
20A58.06%-5.99%18.53%0.17%31
21B57.14%-6.91%12.44%0.15%28
22A57.14%-6.91%18.00%0.07%14
23A46.67%-17.38%18.14%0.08%15

Best Shyvana Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Shyvana radiant item is Radiant Infinity Edge with a 76.92% win rate (+12.87% vs base), 17.07% first place rate, and 0.14% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.47% pick rate and 59.09% win rate. Radiant Sterak's Gage has the highest first place rate at 18.58%. The top three Shyvana radiant items are Radiant Infinity Edge, Radiant Hextech Gunblade, and Radiant Evenshroud.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B76.92%+12.87%17.07%0.14%26
B75.00%+10.95%17.18%0.06%12
B75.00%+10.95%15.06%0.06%12
4B73.53%+9.48%16.58%0.18%34
5B71.74%+7.69%15.16%0.25%46
6B70.00%+5.95%18.58%0.32%60
7B64.29%+0.24%15.47%0.07%14
8B64.06%+0.01%16.06%0.34%64
9B63.64%-0.41%16.85%0.06%11
10A63.16%-0.89%17.92%0.10%19
11B62.50%-1.55%16.13%0.09%16
12B61.90%-2.15%15.49%0.11%21
13B61.11%-2.94%15.29%0.10%18
14B60.00%-4.05%14.95%0.08%15
15B59.68%-4.37%17.22%0.33%62
16B59.09%-4.96%15.11%0.47%88
17B58.82%-5.23%17.62%0.09%17
18B58.33%-5.72%15.95%0.06%12
19B56.52%-7.53%15.42%0.12%23
20B54.55%-9.50%15.01%0.12%22
21B50.00%-14.05%14.07%0.09%16
22B50.00%-14.05%14.34%0.07%14

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Shyvana Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Shyvana's best build in Set 16?

The best Shyvana build in TFT Set 16 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 93.75% win rate and is picked 0.84% of the time. First place rate: 73.21%, avg placement: 1.55.

What is the best item for Shyvana?

Thief's Gloves is the best item for Shyvana with a 69.17% win rate and 6.28% pick rate across 1,174 matches.

Which item is most popular on Shyvana?

Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Shyvana with a 10.04% pick rate. It has a 65.19% win rate across 1,879 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Shyvana?

The top 3 items for Shyvana are Thief's Gloves, Infinity Edge, and Quicksilver. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Shyvana's kit.

How many matches do the Shyvana item builds have?

The Shyvana item build data is based on 8,673 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Shyvana?

Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 69.17% win rate on Shyvana.

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

Priority components for Shyvana are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Negatron Cloak. These components build into Shyvana's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Shyvana in TFT?

On carousel for Shyvana TFT builds, prioritize Sparring Gloves. These components are essential for Shyvana's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Shyvana in TFT Set 16?

Yes, Shyvana is a strong item holder with a 93.8% win rate when properly itemized. Shyvana should be a priority for your items in Shyvana comps.

Is Shyvana a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Yes, Shyvana is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 64.0% to 93.8%. Shyvana scales well with items.

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

Shyvana's top 4 rate when itemized is 63.6%. With proper items, Shyvana matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Shyvana emblem?

The best emblem for Shyvana is Bruiser Emblem with a 77.38% win rate. This emblem activates the Bruiser trait on Shyvana, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Shyvana radiant item?

The top radiant item for Shyvana is Radiant Red Buff with a 88.89% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Shyvana artifact?

The best artifact for Shyvana is Luden's Tempest with a 100.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Shyvana's kit.