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.
Taric TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.14
1st Place
26.3%
Top 4
56.3%

TaricTFT Stats

Set 16
STargon iconTargon4 Cost icon4 Cost
Set16
Matches640,518
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedSep 26, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
Passive: All allies gain 15/30/100 Magic Resist. Once per combat after dropping below 35% max Health, restore 300/700/2500 health over 2 seconds.

Active: Gain (+ap) Shield and grant the 2 lowest Health allies 125/150/1000 (+ap) Shield for 4 seconds. The next 2/2/10 attacks deal (+ap) bonus magic damage.
Severe Contested Risk
Taric has a Very High contested risk with a 19.98% pick rate. This 4-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Taric include Defender/Disruptor, Dark Child/Defender, Blacksmith/Bruiser.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 85% of team compositions, Taric is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 4-cost unit, Taric brings strong late-game utility to your team.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Level 8+
4-Cost
Good Value
Role
Taric is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Find Taric by leveling to 8+. This 4-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Blacksmith/Bruiser (94.0%), Defender/Disruptor (93.2%).
Contest Warning
Taric has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Taric is a flexible unit that fits into 14+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Taric activates Targon. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Taric performance analysis shows exceptional popularity (98th percentile) and strong win rate (74th percentile). Taric's six key metrics: win rate (74th percentile), popularity (98th percentile), average placement (74th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Taric

Taric is a 4-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 56.3% win rate and 4.14 average placement. Taric has a 20.0% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 56.3% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Good 4.14 average placement for climbing
  • Popular meta pick with 20.0% play rate
  • Premium 4-cost unit with powerful late-game impact

Weaknesses

  • High 4-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Save gold early and level to find Taric at higher levels.

2

Itemization

Taric works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Taric with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Taric Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Taric good in TFT Set 16?

Taric is currently a S-tier champion with a 56.29% win rate and 4.14 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Taric a top-tier pick that ranks 5th among 25 4-cost champions. Taric activates the Targon trait, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Taric in TFT?

The best items for Taric in TFT Set 16 are Protector's Vow (67.9% win rate), Thief's Gloves (64.0% win rate) and Steadfast Heart (63.1% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Bramble Vest, Sunfire Cape and Spirit Visage, achieving a 66.7% top 4 rate. Visit the Taric Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Taric in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Taric in TFT Set 16 are Blacksmith/Bruiser (94.0% win rate), Defender/Disruptor (93.2% win rate) and Defender/Demacia (90.7% win rate). Taric is a flexible unit that fits into 14+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Taric Comps page.

Is Taric a carry or support in TFT?

Taric is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 4-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Taric your best items, ideally Bramble Vest, Sunfire Cape and Spirit Visage. Level up to find Taric and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Taric in TFT?

Taric has the highest shop odds at level 10 with a 8% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 4-cost unit, prioritize leveling to 8+ before rolling to maximize your odds of finding Taric.

What traits does Taric have in TFT Set 16?

Taric has the Targon trait in TFT Set 16. This trait synergizes well with other Targon units. Check the Taric Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Taric compare to other 4-cost units?

Taric ranks 5th out of 25 4-cost champions in win rate (56.29%) in TFT Set 16. With a 19.98% pick rate and 4.14 average placement, Taric is a solid 4-cost option. Similar 4-cost alternatives include Seraphine, Veigar and Yone.

Is Taric contested in TFT Set 16?

Taric has a high pick rate of 19.98%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 16. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Taric, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.