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
4.62
1st Place
31.1%
Top 4
45.6%
Bruiser
Bilgewater
Glutton
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Tahm Kench has a Moderate contested risk with a 5.69% pick rate. This unit is moderately likely to be contested - you should generally be able to find copies without too much competition. Popular comps using Tahm Kench include Bilgewater/Blacksmith.
Strategy Guide
Tank
Moderate Contest
Tank Items
Not Flexible
Level 9+
5-Cost
Low Value
Role
Tahm Kench is played as a tank in 50% of comps. Build defensive items to maximize survivability.
Leveling
Find Tahm Kench by leveling to 9+. This 5-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Items
Best-in-slot build is Barknuckles, Pile O' Citrus, Protector's Vow with a 72.7% top 4 rate (+27.0% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Bilgewater/Bruiser (82.6%), Bilgewater/Blacksmith (77.2%).
Contest Warning
Tahm Kench has a moderate contest risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Tahm Kench is not flexible and typically only fits into 2 specific team compositions. Only commit to this unit when you have a clear path to its optimal comp.
Traits
Tahm Kench activates Bruiser, Bilgewater, Glutton. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.
Tahm Kench shop odds are calculated using: (Drop rate per level / Number of 5-cost champions) × 5 shop slots. Tahm Kench shop odds by level: 0% at level 1, 0% at level 2, 0% at level 3, 0% at level 4, 0% at level 5, 0% at level 6, 0.28% at level 7, 0.83% at level 8, 4.17% at level 9, 6.94% at level 10.
Tahm Kench performance analysis shows below average average placement (32th percentile) and below average popularity (27th percentile). Tahm Kench's six key metrics: win rate (21th percentile), popularity (27th percentile), average placement (32th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).
In TFT Set 16, Tahm Kench is a 5-cost champion that ranks 12th out of 12 same-cost units with a 45.62% win rate. When comparing Tahm Kench to other 5-cost champions, this unit achieves a 5.69% pick rate, placing 12th in popularity among players. Tahm Kench receives three items in 67.0% of games, ranking 2nd for itemization priority among 5-cost units. This lower-tier performance makes Tahm Kench a situational pick that may require specific synergies. The highest performing 5-cost champion is currently Ziggs with a 74.94% win rate. Understanding how Tahm Kench compares to other 5-cost options helps players make informed decisions about when to prioritize this unit versus alternatives in their TFT compositions.
Win Rate Comparison
Pick Rate Distribution
Itemization Distribution
Champion Key
Tahm Kench
45.6%WR#125.7%PR#12
Ziggs
74.9%WR#17.1%PR#10
Volibear
68.7%WR#214.8%PR#3
Kindred
65.7%WR#310.1%PR#5
Fiddlesticks
64.9%WR#410.7%PR#4
Zilean
64.8%WR#59.3%PR#6
Shyvana
64.4%WR#615.6%PR#2
Lucian & Senna
64.0%WR#79.1%PR#7
Mel
62.2%WR#87.2%PR#9
Galio
62.2%WR#98.3%PR#8
Ornn
61.8%WR#1019.7%PR#1
Aatrox
60.2%WR#116.8%PR#11
When to Play Tahm Kench
Tahm Kench is a 5-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 45.6% win rate and 4.62 average placement. Tahm Kench has a 5.7% pick rate in ranked games.
Strengths
- Premium 5-cost unit with powerful late-game impact
- Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions
Weaknesses
- Below average 45.6% win rate requires optimal conditions
- High 5-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star
Strategic Tips
1
Economy Strategy
Save gold early and level to find Tahm Kench at higher levels.
2
Itemization
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Tahm Kench Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tahm Kench good in TFT Set 16?
Tahm Kench is currently a B-tier champion with a 45.62% win rate and 4.62 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Tahm Kench a viable pick that ranks 17th among 18 5-cost champions. Tahm Kench activates the Bruiser, Bilgewater and Glutton traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.
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