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.
Veigar TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.03
1st Place
29.3%
Top 4
57.9%
Pick Rate
6.7%

VeigarTFT Stats

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Passive: Gain 50% more Ability Power from all sources.

Active: Call down a storm of 12/12/24 meteors across the battlefield that deal 56/84/199 (+ap) magic damage each. They can innately critically strike. For each one that kills an enemy, permanently gain 1 Ability Power. (Permanent Ability Power: %i:scaleAP%)

Veigar has a High contested risk with a 6.74% pick rate. This 4-cost unit is highly likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Veigar include Defender/Longshot, Bruiser/Defender.
Primary Carry
This unit is typically played as a primary damage dealer

In 91% of team compositions, Veigar is itemized as the primary carry. Best carry items include Blue Buff, Archangel's Staff and Nashor's Tooth. As a 4-cost unit, Veigar is a natural late-game carry option.

Strategy Guide

Carry
Contested
Prioritize BiS
Flexible
Level 8+
4-Cost
High Value
Role
Veigar is played as a primary carry in 91% of comps. Prioritize offensive items on this unit.
Leveling
Find Veigar by leveling to 8+. This 4-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Items
Best-in-slot build is Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap with a 61.5% top 4 rate (+3.6% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Defender/Longshot (89.9%), Bruiser/Defender (78.8%).
Contest Warning
Veigar has a contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Veigar is a flexible unit that fits into 4+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Veigar activates Yordle, Arcanist. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 16 Veigar Stats

  • Veigar health Health:800
  • Veigar mana Mana:60
  • Veigar armor Armor:30
  • Veigar magic resistance MR:30
  • Veigar attack damage AD:33
  • Veigar attack speed AS:0.80
  • Veigar attack range Attack Range:4
  • Veigar critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Veigar performance analysis shows exceptional average placement (81th percentile) and exceptional win rate (80th percentile). Veigar's six key metrics: win rate (80th percentile), popularity (38th percentile), average placement (81th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Veigar

Veigar is a 4-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 57.9% win rate and 4.03 average placement. Veigar has a 6.7% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 57.9% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Good 4.03 average placement for climbing
  • Premium 4-cost unit with powerful late-game impact
  • Ranks #2 among 4-cost champions by win rate

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 Veigar at higher levels.

2

Itemization

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

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Veigar with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Veigar Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Veigar good in TFT Set 16?

Veigar is currently a S-tier champion with a 57.91% win rate and 4.03 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Veigar a top-tier pick that ranks 2nd among 25 4-cost champions. Veigar activates the Yordle and Arcanist traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Veigar in TFT?

The best items for Veigar in TFT Set 16 are Blue Buff (62.8% win rate), Archangel's Staff (62.6% win rate) and Nashor's Tooth (61.8% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet and Rabadon's Deathcap, achieving a 61.5% top 4 rate. Visit the Veigar Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Veigar in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Veigar in TFT Set 16 are Defender/Longshot (89.9% win rate), Bruiser/Defender (78.8% win rate) and Defender/Longshot (77.2% win rate). Veigar is a flexible unit that fits into 4+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Veigar Comps page.

Is Veigar a carry or support in TFT?

Veigar is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 4-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Veigar your best items, ideally Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet and Rabadon's Deathcap. Level up to find Veigar and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Veigar in TFT?

Veigar 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 Veigar.

What traits does Veigar have in TFT Set 16?

Veigar has the Yordle and Arcanist traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Veigar Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Veigar compare to other 4-cost units?

Veigar ranks 2nd out of 25 4-cost champions in win rate (57.91%) in TFT Set 16. With a 6.74% pick rate and 4.03 average placement, Veigar is one of the strongest 4-cost option. Similar 4-cost alternatives include Taric, Lissandra and Braum.

Is Veigar contested in TFT Set 16?

Veigar has a moderate pick rate of 6.74% in TFT Set 16. While not the most contested unit, you may occasionally compete with other players for Veigar. Scout your lobby to assess the competition.