T-HexTFT Build
5 CostBest T-Hex build for TFT Set 16 with 56.5% top 4 rate. Top items: Deathblade, Striker's Flail, and Blue Buff. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 T-Hex builds: Blue Buff, Deathblade, Infinity Edge (56.52% top four rate, +11.80% difference); Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer, Striker's Flail (52.17% top four rate, +7.45% difference); Deathblade, Infinity Edge, Striker's Flail (50.00% top four rate, +5.28% difference)
T-Hex Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing T-Hex in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Tear of the Goddess and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into T-Hex'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 T-Hex?
B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for T-Hex, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Deathblade, Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing T-Hex's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for T-Hex, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Striker's Flail, Infinity Edge, Last Whisper, which are core items for maximizing T-Hex's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for T-Hex, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Titan's Resolve, Giant Slayer, Last Whisper, which are core items for maximizing T-Hex's effectiveness.
T-Hex Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into T-Hex's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for B.F. Sword or Sparring Gloves 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 T-Hex's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize T-Hex in Set 16
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for T-Hex Itemization in Set 16
T-Hex's best item build provides +11.8% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Even when itemized, T-Hex only achieves 4.55 average placement.
As a 5-cost champion, T-Hex has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
T-Hex Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of T-Hex itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. T-Hex has a base top four rate of 44.7%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best T-Hex item build achieves a 56.5% top four rate, representing a +11.8% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized T-Hex achieves 50.6% top four rate (+5.8% vs base) with 4.55 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized T-Hex achieves a 10.3% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.
✓When to Itemize T-Hex
- When you find T-Hex 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 T-Hex's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize T-Hex
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best T-Hex Items in TFT Set 16
The best T-Hex item is Deathblade with a 51.97% win rate (+7.25% vs base), 13.07% first place rate, and 5.25% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Edge with a 17.78% pick rate and 48.84% win rate. Striker's Flail has the highest first place rate at 15.07%. The top three T-Hex items are Deathblade, Striker's Flail, and Blue Buff.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 51.97% | +7.25% | 13.07% | 5.25% | 254 | ||
  | B | 50.90% | +6.18% | 15.07% | 8.04% | 389 | ||
 | B | 50.44% | +5.72% | 14.28% | 7.01% | 339 | ||
| 4 |   | B | 50.43% | +5.71% | 13.84% | 4.84% | 234 | |
| 5 | | B | 48.84% | +4.12% | 12.81% | 17.78% | 860 | |
| 6 | | B | 46.99% | +2.27% | 14.37% | 3.78% | 183 | |
| 7 | | B | 44.62% | -0.10% | 14.50% | 2.69% | 130 | |
| 8 | | B | 43.60% | -1.12% | 14.83% | 3.56% | 172 | |
| 9 | | B | 43.57% | -1.15% | 13.95% | 4.98% | 241 | |
| 10 |  | B | 43.50% | -1.22% | 13.50% | 8.27% | 400 | |
| 11 |  | B | 39.50% | -5.22% | 12.70% | 2.46% | 119 |
Best T-Hex Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best T-Hex artifact item is Prowler's Claw with a 63.16% win rate (+18.44% vs base), 16.17% first place rate, and 0.39% pick rate. The most popular is Death's Defiance with a 0.87% pick rate and 57.14% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 20.67%. The top three T-Hex artifact items are Prowler's Claw, Death's Defiance, and Talisman Of Ascension.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 63.16% | +18.44% | 16.17% | 0.39% | 19 | ||
| A | 57.14% | +12.42% | 19.23% | 0.87% | 42 | ||
| B | 55.56% | +10.84% | 14.91% | 0.56% | 27 | ||
| 4 | A | 54.55% | +9.83% | 19.75% | 0.23% | 11 | |
| 5 | A | 52.63% | +7.91% | 20.67% | 0.39% | 19 | |
| 6 | A | 50.00% | +5.28% | 19.13% | 0.41% | 20 | |
| 7 | A | 50.00% | +5.28% | 18.53% | 0.21% | 10 | |
| 8 | B | 47.62% | +2.90% | 12.28% | 0.43% | 21 | |
| 9 | B | 47.06% | +2.34% | 16.82% | 0.35% | 17 | |
| 10 | A | 46.67% | +1.95% | 17.40% | 0.31% | 15 | |
| 11 | B | 45.45% | +0.73% | 16.53% | 0.68% | 33 | |
| 12 | A | 45.45% | +0.73% | 17.74% | 0.68% | 33 | |
| 13 | A | 43.75% | -0.97% | 19.25% | 0.33% | 16 | |
| 14 | B | 38.46% | -6.26% | 15.99% | 0.27% | 13 | |
| 15 | B | 33.33% | -11.39% | 16.19% | 0.25% | 12 | |
| 16 | A | 25.00% | -19.72% | 17.60% | 0.41% | 20 |
Best T-Hex Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best T-Hex radiant item is Radiant Hextech Gunblade with a 81.82% win rate (+37.10% vs base), 17.18% first place rate, and 0.23% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Striker's Flail with a 0.74% pick rate and 38.89% win rate. Radiant Blue Buff has the highest first place rate at 18.81%. The top three T-Hex radiant items are Radiant Hextech Gunblade, Radiant Blue Buff, and Radiant Quicksilver.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 81.82% | +37.10% | 17.18% | 0.23% | 11 | ||
| A | 75.00% | +30.28% | 18.81% | 0.33% | 16 | ||
| B | 66.67% | +21.95% | 15.01% | 0.31% | 15 | ||
| 4 | B | 61.11% | +16.39% | 18.58% | 0.37% | 18 | |
| 5 | B | 60.71% | +15.99% | 16.06% | 0.58% | 28 | |
| 6 | A | 59.09% | +14.37% | 17.92% | 0.45% | 22 | |
| 7 | B | 56.52% | +11.80% | 15.42% | 0.48% | 23 | |
| 8 | B | 53.33% | +8.61% | 17.07% | 0.62% | 30 | |
| 9 | B | 44.44% | -0.28% | 15.16% | 0.37% | 18 | |
| 10 | B | 40.00% | -4.72% | 16.58% | 0.31% | 15 | |
| 11 | B | 38.89% | -5.83% | 17.62% | 0.74% | 36 | |
| 12 | B | 26.67% | -18.05% | 17.22% | 0.31% | 15 |
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T-Hex Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is T-Hex's best build in Set 16?
The best T-Hex build in TFT Set 16 features Blue Buff, Deathblade, and Infinity Edge as core items. This build has a 56.52% win rate and is picked 1.28% of the time. First place rate: 4.35%, avg placement: 4.39.
What is the best item for T-Hex?
Deathblade is the best item for T-Hex with a 51.97% win rate and 5.25% pick rate across 254 matches.
Which item is most popular on T-Hex?
Infinity Edge is the most popular item on T-Hex with a 17.78% pick rate. It has a 48.84% win rate across 860 matches.
What are the top 3 items for T-Hex?
The top 3 items for T-Hex are Deathblade, Striker's Flail, and Blue Buff. These items provide the best stats and synergies for T-Hex's kit.
How many matches do the T-Hex item builds have?
The T-Hex item build data is based on 3,321 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Deathblade on T-Hex?
Deathblade is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 51.97% win rate on T-Hex.
What components should I prioritize for T-Hex in TFT Set 16?
Priority components for T-Hex are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, and Recurve Bow. These components build into T-Hex's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for T-Hex in TFT?
On carousel for T-Hex TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for T-Hex's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize T-Hex in TFT Set 16?
Yes, T-Hex is a strong item holder with a 56.5% win rate when properly itemized. T-Hex should be a priority for your items in T-Hex comps.
Is T-Hex a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Yes, T-Hex is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 44.7% to 56.5%. T-Hex scales well with items.
What is T-Hex's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
T-Hex's top 4 rate when itemized is 50.6%. With proper items, T-Hex significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best T-Hex emblem?
The best emblem for T-Hex is Vanquisher Emblem with a 87.50% win rate. This emblem activates the Vanquisher trait on T-Hex, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top T-Hex radiant item?
The top radiant item for T-Hex is Radiant Hextech Gunblade with a 81.82% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best T-Hex artifact?
The best artifact for T-Hex is Prowler's Claw with a 63.16% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with T-Hex's kit.