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.
Vi TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.59
1st Place
10.6%
Top 4
48.8%
Pick Rate
17.1%

ViTFT Build

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Vi build for TFT Set 16 with 89.1% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Warmog's Armor. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Vi builds: Thief's Gloves (89.14% top four rate, +40.37% difference); Spear of Shojin, Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice (52.31% top four rate, +3.54% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (50.90% top four rate, +2.13% difference)

Average Placement:1.81
Top 4 Rate:89.14%
Top 4 Diff:+40.37%
First Place Rate:68.78%
Pick Rate:0.17%
Average Placement:4.45
Top 4 Rate:52.31%
Top 4 Diff:+3.54%
First Place Rate:7.69%
Pick Rate:0.10%
Average Placement:4.49
Top 4 Rate:50.90%
Top 4 Diff:+2.13%
First Place Rate:4.79%
Pick Rate:0.13%

Vi Component Priority Order in Set 16

When playing Vi in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Giant's Belt, Sparring Gloves, Chain Vest from the carousel and item drops. B.F. Sword and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Vi'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.

1
Giant's Belt - Priority 1 component for Vi in TFT
Giant's BeltFound in 5 builds
2
Sparring Gloves - Priority 2 component for Vi in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 4 builds
3
Chain Vest - Priority 3 component for Vi in TFT
Chain VestFound in 4 builds
4
B.F. Sword - Priority 4 component for Vi in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 3 builds
5
Negatron Cloak - Priority 5 component for Vi in TFT
Negatron CloakFound in 3 builds

Why These Components for Vi?

Giant's Belt

Giant's Belt is the 1st priority component for Vi, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Sterak's Gage, Warmog's Armor, Spirit Visage, which are core items for maximizing Vi's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Vi, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, Quicksilver, which are core items for maximizing Vi's effectiveness.

Chain Vest

Chain Vest is the 3rd priority component for Vi, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Sunfire Cape, Edge of Night, Gargoyle Stoneplate, which are core items for maximizing Vi's effectiveness.

Vi Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Giant's Belt on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Vi's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Giant's Belt 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 Vi's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Vi in Set 16

High PriorityVi is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Vi item build achieves a 89.1% top four rate, which is +40.4% higher than Vi's base rate of 48.8%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate55.0%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+6.2%
Average Placement4.07
First Place Rate19.5%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate48.8%
Best Build Diff+40.4%
Champion Cost2-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Vi Itemization in Set 16

Excellent Item Scaling

Vi's best item build provides +40.4% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.

High First Place Potential

Itemized Vi achieves 19.5% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.

Low-Cost Reroll Potential

As a 2-cost champion, Vi is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.

Vi Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Vi itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Vi has a base top four rate of 48.8%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Vi item build achieves a 89.1% top four rate, representing a +40.4% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 2 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Vi achieves 55.0% top four rate (+6.2% vs base) with 4.07 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Vi achieves a 19.5% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Vi a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.

When to Itemize Vi

  • When you find Vi 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 Vi's key items
  • When you can commit to 3-starring Vi through slow rolling

When NOT to Itemize Vi

  • When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
  • When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game

Best Vi Items in TFT Set 16

The best Vi item is Thief's Gloves with a 55.32% win rate (+6.55% vs base), 15.84% first place rate, and 7.52% pick rate. The top three Vi items are Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Warmog's Armor.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
A55.32%+6.55%15.84%7.52%6,732
B.F. SwordGiant's Belt
A49.83%+1.06%16.28%5.25%4,704
Giant's BeltGiant's Belt
C48.53%-0.24%14.17%2.28%2,040
4
Tear of the GoddessGiant's Belt
C48.28%-0.49%13.87%2.02%1,806
5
Chain VestGiant's Belt
C47.12%-1.65%14.26%2.41%2,154
6
B.F. SwordChain Vest
A47.00%-1.77%15.85%2.94%2,636
7
Chain VestNegatron Cloak
C46.64%-2.13%13.90%2.41%2,155
8
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
B46.48%-2.29%14.23%4.33%3,873
9
Sparring GlovesNegatron Cloak
B45.76%-3.01%14.53%2.41%2,157
10
B.F. SwordNegatron Cloak
C45.14%-3.63%13.81%7.50%6,713
11
Chain VestRecurve Bow
C45.13%-3.64%13.82%4.78%4,281

Best Vi Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Vi artifact item is Lightshield Crest with a 70.34% win rate (+21.57% vs base), 15.47% first place rate, and 0.16% pick rate. The most popular is Prowler's Claw with a 0.50% pick rate and 39.91% win rate. Titanic Hydra has the highest first place rate at 16.20%. The top three Vi artifact items are Lightshield Crest, Fishbones, and Sniper's Focus.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B70.34%+21.57%15.47%0.16%145
C64.18%+15.41%13.78%0.07%67
F63.16%+14.39%10.77%0.02%19
4F63.16%+14.39%11.54%0.02%19
5D60.00%+11.23%11.93%0.03%25
6C51.05%+2.28%14.15%0.21%190
7-50.80%+2.03%0.00%0.42%374
8C49.41%+0.64%13.52%0.19%170
9A49.35%+0.58%16.20%0.35%310
10C48.71%-0.06%14.89%0.26%232
11D47.46%-1.31%15.12%0.07%59
12C46.48%-2.29%12.67%0.16%142
13C46.38%-2.39%13.83%0.08%69
14D44.83%-3.94%11.64%0.06%58
15D44.27%-4.50%10.84%0.15%131
16B43.88%-4.89%15.85%0.42%376
17D43.42%-5.35%14.08%0.17%152
18C43.41%-5.36%14.09%0.43%387
19B43.40%-5.37%14.81%0.12%106
20B42.37%-6.40%15.85%0.07%59
21F41.67%-7.10%12.46%0.12%108
22C41.44%-7.33%11.97%0.12%111
23C40.83%-7.94%13.96%0.27%240
24C40.25%-8.52%14.00%0.36%323
25C39.91%-8.86%13.73%0.50%446
26D39.64%-9.13%11.87%0.44%391
27F38.41%-10.36%12.29%0.17%151
28D38.10%-10.67%10.11%0.05%42
29F36.11%-12.66%10.67%0.04%36
30C33.33%-15.44%13.61%0.04%33
31D31.03%-17.74%13.17%0.03%29

Best Vi Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Vi radiant item is Radiant Void Staff with a 67.74% win rate (+18.97% vs base), 13.01% first place rate, and 0.03% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.35% pick rate and 52.55% win rate. Radiant Gargoyle Stoneplate has the highest first place rate at 19.65%. The top three Vi radiant items are Radiant Void Staff, Radiant Nashor's Tooth, and Radiant Adaptive Helm.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B67.74%+18.97%13.01%0.03%31
C63.64%+14.87%14.23%0.01%11
B62.96%+14.19%12.34%0.03%27
4D59.26%+10.49%12.22%0.06%54
5F56.00%+7.23%10.23%0.03%25
6D54.90%+6.13%12.75%0.06%51
7D53.85%+5.08%13.61%0.04%39
8B52.55%+3.78%13.73%0.35%314
9D51.11%+2.34%11.96%0.05%45
10B50.00%+1.23%10.57%0.04%32
11D47.37%-1.40%9.09%0.02%19
12B46.88%-1.90%16.76%0.04%32
13B46.30%-2.47%17.85%0.06%54
14B46.23%-2.54%14.26%0.12%106
15S45.95%-2.82%16.81%0.12%111
16D44.68%-4.09%11.76%0.05%47
17A44.19%-4.58%19.65%0.05%43
18B44.19%-4.58%14.26%0.05%43
19B43.24%-5.53%12.92%0.08%74
20D41.38%-7.39%11.82%0.03%29
21C38.64%-10.13%9.45%0.05%44
22A36.78%-11.99%14.80%0.10%87
23B35.62%-13.15%12.50%0.08%73
24C35.48%-13.29%14.29%0.03%31
25F35.42%-13.35%9.79%0.05%48
26D35.00%-13.77%14.90%0.02%20
27A34.78%-13.99%16.63%0.03%23
28F34.69%-14.08%13.64%0.05%49
29F34.58%-14.19%9.65%0.12%107
30D31.82%-16.95%11.39%0.02%22
31A31.58%-17.19%13.97%0.02%19
32F28.00%-20.77%13.79%0.03%25
33D27.27%-21.50%12.48%0.10%88
34C26.67%-22.10%13.02%0.03%30
35D25.81%-22.96%10.17%0.10%93

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Vi Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Vi's best build in Set 16?

The best Vi build in TFT Set 16 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 89.14% win rate and is picked 0.17% of the time. First place rate: 68.78%, avg placement: 1.81.

What is the best item for Vi?

Thief's Gloves is the best item for Vi with a 55.32% win rate and 7.52% pick rate across 6,732 matches.

Which item is most popular on Vi?

Thief's Gloves is the most popular item on Vi with a 7.52% pick rate. It has a 55.32% win rate across 6,732 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Vi?

The top 3 items for Vi are Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Warmog's Armor. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Vi's kit.

How many matches do the Vi item builds have?

The Vi item build data is based on 39,251 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Vi?

Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 55.32% win rate on Vi.

What components should I prioritize for Vi in TFT Set 16?

Priority components for Vi are Giant's Belt, Sparring Gloves, and Chain Vest. These components build into Vi's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Vi in TFT?

On carousel for Vi TFT builds, prioritize Giant's Belt. These components are essential for Vi's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Vi in TFT Set 16?

Yes, Vi is a strong item holder with a 89.1% win rate when properly itemized. Vi should be a priority for your items in Vi comps.

Is Vi a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Yes, Vi is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 48.8% to 89.1%. Vi scales well with items.

What is Vi's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?

Vi's top 4 rate when itemized is 55.0%. With proper items, Vi significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Vi emblem?

The best emblem for Vi is Juggernaut Emblem with a 61.07% win rate. This emblem activates the Juggernaut trait on Vi, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Vi radiant item?

The top radiant item for Vi is Radiant Void Staff with a 67.74% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Vi artifact?

The best artifact for Vi is Lightshield Crest with a 70.34% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Vi's kit.