Tahm KenchTFT Build
Bilgewater
Bruiser
Glutton
5 CostBest Tahm Kench build for TFT Set 16 with 67.7% top 4 rate. Top items: Bramble Vest, Barknuckles, and Dragon's Claw. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Tahm Kench builds: Pile O' Citrus, Protector's Vow, Spirit Visage (67.67% top four rate, +19.77% difference); Pile O' Citrus, Bloodthirster, Protector's Vow (59.59% top four rate, +11.69% difference); Pile O' Citrus, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Warmog's Armor (52.94% top four rate, +5.04% difference)
Tahm Kench Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Tahm Kench in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, Giant's Belt from the carousel and item drops. Tear of the Goddess and Sparring Gloves are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Tahm Kench'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 Tahm Kench?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Tahm Kench, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Bramble Vest, Steadfast Heart, Protector's Vow, which are core items for maximizing Tahm Kench's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 2nd priority component for Tahm Kench, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Dragon's Claw, Adaptive Helm, Evenshroud, which are core items for maximizing Tahm Kench's effectiveness.
Giant's Belt is the 3rd priority component for Tahm Kench, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Spirit Visage, Evenshroud, Warmog's Armor, which are core items for maximizing Tahm Kench's effectiveness.
Tahm Kench Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Tahm Kench's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Chain Vest or Negatron Cloak 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 Tahm Kench's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Tahm Kench in Set 16
High PriorityTahm Kench is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Tahm Kench item build achieves a 67.7% top four rate, which is +19.8% higher than Tahm Kench's base rate of 47.9%. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement, indicating strong item scaling.
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Tahm Kench Itemization in Set 16
Tahm Kench's best item build provides +19.8% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
Itemized Tahm Kench achieves 15.7% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 5-cost champion, Tahm Kench has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Tahm Kench Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Tahm Kench itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Tahm Kench has a base top four rate of 47.9%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Tahm Kench item build achieves a 67.7% top four rate, representing a +19.8% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Tahm Kench achieves 56.8% top four rate (+8.9% vs base) with 4.05 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Tahm Kench achieves a 15.7% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Tahm Kench a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
âś“When to Itemize Tahm Kench
- When you find Tahm Kench 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 Tahm Kench's key items
âś—When NOT to Itemize Tahm Kench
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Tahm Kench Items in TFT Set 16
The best Tahm Kench item is Bramble Vest with a 62.49% win rate (+14.59% vs base), 15.01% first place rate, and 3.81% pick rate. The most popular is Warmog's Armor with a 8.67% pick rate and 55.61% win rate. Protector's Vow has the highest first place rate at 16.22%. The top three Tahm Kench items are Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, and Adaptive Helm.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 62.49% | +14.59% | 15.01% | 3.81% | 1,597 | ||
 | B | 60.98% | +13.08% | 15.25% | 4.21% | 1,763 | ||
 | B | 60.37% | +12.47% | 15.98% | 2.56% | 1,075 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 59.82% | +11.92% | 15.74% | 2.92% | 1,222 | |
| 5 |  | B | 58.75% | +10.85% | 14.57% | 8.57% | 3,593 | |
| 6 | | B | 57.73% | +9.83% | 15.95% | 2.55% | 1,067 | |
| 7 | | A | 56.78% | +8.88% | 16.22% | 7.79% | 3,265 | |
| 8 | | B | 55.61% | +7.71% | 13.53% | 8.67% | 3,636 | |
| 9 | | B | 53.81% | +5.91% | 13.41% | 7.26% | 3,042 | |
| 10 | | B | 52.57% | +4.67% | 14.30% | 5.94% | 2,488 | |
| 11 | | B | 52.17% | +4.27% | 16.08% | 2.41% | 1,012 | |
| 12 |  | B | 51.60% | +3.70% | 13.97% | 5.21% | 2,182 |
Best Tahm Kench Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Tahm Kench artifact item is Wit's End with a 82.86% win rate (+34.96% vs base), 20.95% first place rate, and 0.08% pick rate. The most popular is Void Gauntlet with a 0.25% pick rate and 62.14% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 24.31%. The top three Tahm Kench artifact items are Wit's End, Aegis of Dusk, and Zhonya's Paradox.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 82.86% | +34.96% | 20.95% | 0.08% | 35 | ||
| A | 78.57% | +30.67% | 20.26% | 0.17% | 70 | ||
| A | 71.70% | +23.80% | 20.56% | 0.13% | 53 | ||
| 4 | A | 68.75% | +20.85% | 21.01% | 0.04% | 16 | |
| 5 | A | 67.19% | +19.29% | 20.15% | 0.15% | 64 | |
| 6 | A | 63.64% | +15.74% | 21.96% | 0.08% | 33 | |
| 7 | A | 62.14% | +14.24% | 19.97% | 0.25% | 103 | |
| 8 | A | 62.00% | +14.10% | 20.80% | 0.24% | 100 | |
| 9 | A | 61.40% | +13.50% | 16.90% | 0.14% | 57 | |
| 10 | A | 58.23% | +10.33% | 17.85% | 0.19% | 79 | |
| 11 | A | 57.95% | +10.05% | 18.63% | 0.21% | 88 | |
| 12 | A | 55.41% | +7.51% | 20.64% | 0.18% | 74 | |
| 13 | A | 50.85% | +2.95% | 19.98% | 0.14% | 59 | |
| 14 | A | 50.00% | +2.10% | 20.34% | 0.02% | 10 | |
| 15 | A | 46.88% | -1.02% | 24.31% | 0.08% | 32 | |
| 16 | A | 46.15% | -1.75% | 19.53% | 0.03% | 13 | |
| 17 | B | 42.11% | -5.79% | 14.13% | 0.09% | 38 | |
| 18 | A | 38.46% | -9.44% | 19.83% | 0.03% | 13 | |
| 19 | A | 37.50% | -10.40% | 18.73% | 0.04% | 16 | |
| 20 | A | 32.35% | -15.55% | 21.66% | 0.08% | 34 | |
| 21 | A | 32.31% | -15.59% | 19.85% | 0.16% | 65 |
Best Tahm Kench Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Tahm Kench radiant item is Radiant Hextech Gunblade with a 80.00% win rate (+32.10% vs base), 19.08% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.20% pick rate and 53.57% win rate. The top three Tahm Kench radiant items are Radiant Hextech Gunblade, Radiant Rabadon's Deathcap, and Radiant Sunfire Cape.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 80.00% | +32.10% | 19.08% | 0.02% | 10 | ||
| B | 70.00% | +22.10% | 15.61% | 0.02% | 10 | ||
| B | 64.71% | +16.81% | 13.84% | 0.04% | 17 | ||
| 4 | B | 61.11% | +13.21% | 16.01% | 0.04% | 18 | |
| 5 | B | 60.00% | +12.10% | 13.64% | 0.02% | 10 | |
| 6 | B | 59.26% | +11.36% | 15.22% | 0.06% | 27 | |
| 7 | A | 58.33% | +10.43% | 19.00% | 0.03% | 12 | |
| 8 | B | 53.57% | +5.67% | 14.55% | 0.20% | 84 | |
| 9 | B | 53.33% | +5.43% | 14.34% | 0.04% | 15 | |
| 10 | B | 51.11% | +3.21% | 14.45% | 0.11% | 45 | |
| 11 | B | 50.00% | +2.10% | 15.69% | 0.02% | 10 | |
| 12 | B | 50.00% | +2.10% | 12.97% | 0.03% | 14 | |
| 13 | B | 47.06% | -0.84% | 13.61% | 0.04% | 17 | |
| 14 | B | 39.13% | -8.77% | 14.73% | 0.05% | 23 | |
| 15 | B | 33.33% | -14.57% | 17.28% | 0.04% | 18 |
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Tahm Kench Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tahm Kench's best build in Set 16?
The best Tahm Kench build in Set 16 is Pile O' Citrus, Protector's Vow, and Spirit Visage with a 67.67% top four rate, 19.55% first place rate, and 3.64 average placement. This build is picked 0.62% of the time.
What is the best item for Tahm Kench?
The best item for Tahm Kench is Bramble Vest with a 62.49% win rate. This item is picked 3.81% of the time and has won 998 matches across 1,597 games.
Which item is most popular on Tahm Kench?
Pile O' Citrus is the most popular item on Tahm Kench with a 9.74% pick rate. This item maintains a 58.69% win rate and has been used in 4,081 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Tahm Kench?
The top 3 items for Tahm Kench are Bramble Vest, Barknuckles, and Dragon's Claw with an average win rate of 61.94%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Tahm Kench item builds have?
The Tahm Kench item builds are based on 31,797 total matches. Bramble Vest has the most wins with 998 victories.
Should I always build Bramble Vest on Tahm Kench?
While Bramble Vest has the highest win rate at 62.49%, the best Tahm Kench build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Bramble Vest, Barknuckles, and Dragon's Claw as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Tahm Kench in TFT Set 16?
The top components to prioritize for Tahm Kench in Set 16 are Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, and Giant's Belt. These components appear most frequently in Tahm Kench's highest win rate item builds. Chain Vest is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Tahm Kench's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Tahm Kench in TFT?
When playing Tahm Kench in TFT Set 16, prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel as it builds into Tahm Kench's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Negatron Cloak and Giant's Belt. These components give you the flexibility to build Tahm Kench's optimal items.
Should I itemize Tahm Kench in TFT Set 16?
Tahm Kench is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Tahm Kench's best item build achieves a +19.8% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 47.9%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Tahm Kench a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Tahm Kench is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Tahm Kench achieves +19.8% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Tahm Kench's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
When properly itemized, Tahm Kench achieves an average top four rate of 56.8% in TFT Set 16, which is +8.9% compared to the base rate of 47.9%. The best Tahm Kench item build reaches 67.7% top four rate with a 3.64 average placement.
What is the best Tahm Kench emblem?
The best Tahm Kench emblem is Piltover Emblem with a 69.57% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.05% of the time and has been used in 23 matches.
What is the top Tahm Kench radiant item?
The top Tahm Kench radiant item is Radiant Giant Slayer with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 5 matches.
What is the best Tahm Kench artifact?
The best Tahm Kench artifact is Wit's End with a 82.86% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.08% of the time and has been used in 35 matches.