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2 CostBest Yasuo build for TFT Set 16 with 83.7% top 4 rate. Top items: Last Whisper, Thief's Gloves, and Edge of Night. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Yasuo builds: Thief's Gloves (83.72% top four rate, +34.40% difference); Edge of Night, Infinity Edge, Hand Of Justice (77.59% top four rate, +28.27% difference); Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Titan's Resolve (50.57% top four rate, +1.25% difference)
Yasuo Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Yasuo in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Chain Vest and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Yasuo'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 Yasuo?
B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Yasuo, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Edge of Night, Infinity Edge, Sterak's Gage, which are core items for maximizing Yasuo's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Yasuo, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Last Whisper, Thief's Gloves, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Yasuo's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Yasuo, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Last Whisper, Giant Slayer, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Yasuo's effectiveness.
Yasuo Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Yasuo's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for B.F. Sword 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 Yasuo's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Yasuo in Set 16
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Yasuo Itemization in Set 16
Yasuo's best item build provides +34.4% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
Itemized Yasuo achieves 23.0% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 2-cost champion, Yasuo is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Yasuo Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Yasuo itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Yasuo has a base top four rate of 49.3%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Yasuo item build achieves a 83.7% top four rate, representing a +34.4% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 2 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Yasuo achieves 59.6% top four rate (+10.2% vs base) with 4.00 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Yasuo achieves a 23.0% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Yasuo a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Yasuo
- When you find Yasuo 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 Yasuo's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Yasuo through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Yasuo
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Yasuo Items in TFT Set 16
The best Yasuo item is Last Whisper with a 60.36% win rate (+11.04% vs base), 14.99% first place rate, and 2.41% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 11.75% pick rate and 44.01% win rate. Edge of Night has the highest first place rate at 15.75%. The top three Yasuo items are Last Whisper, Thief's Gloves, and Edge of Night.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
  | B | 60.36% | +11.04% | 14.99% | 2.41% | 338 | ||
| B | 59.27% | +9.95% | 15.59% | 6.86% | 960 | ||
  | B | 56.49% | +7.17% | 15.75% | 5.17% | 724 | ||
| 4 | | B | 56.14% | +6.82% | 12.86% | 5.70% | 798 | |
| 5 |  | B | 54.87% | +5.55% | 15.00% | 5.43% | 760 | |
| 6 | | B | 54.44% | +5.12% | 13.80% | 3.14% | 439 | |
| 7 | | B | 52.19% | +2.87% | 13.19% | 2.29% | 320 | |
| 8 |  | B | 51.20% | +1.88% | 14.41% | 3.28% | 459 | |
| 9 |  | B | 50.87% | +1.55% | 12.69% | 3.68% | 515 | |
| 10 | | B | 50.10% | +0.78% | 13.98% | 6.93% | 970 | |
| 11 |  | B | 46.74% | -2.58% | 13.66% | 8.21% | 1,149 | |
| 12 | | B | 44.01% | -5.31% | 13.38% | 11.75% | 1,645 |
Best Yasuo Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Yasuo artifact item is Hullcrusher with a 72.73% win rate (+23.41% vs base), 17.29% first place rate, and 0.08% pick rate. The most popular is Prowler's Claw with a 0.37% pick rate and 46.15% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 18.98%. The top three Yasuo artifact items are Hullcrusher, Silvermere Dawn, and Flickerblades.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 72.73% | +23.41% | 17.29% | 0.08% | 11 | ||
| A | 70.59% | +21.27% | 18.48% | 0.12% | 17 | ||
| B | 66.67% | +17.35% | 16.39% | 0.13% | 18 | ||
| 4 | B | 64.29% | +14.97% | 16.25% | 0.20% | 28 | |
| 5 | B | 62.50% | +13.18% | 12.91% | 0.11% | 16 | |
| 6 | A | 61.29% | +11.97% | 17.10% | 0.22% | 31 | |
| 7 | A | 54.17% | +4.85% | 17.41% | 0.17% | 24 | |
| 8 | B | 52.94% | +3.62% | 12.44% | 0.12% | 17 | |
| 9 | B | 46.15% | -3.17% | 15.71% | 0.37% | 52 | |
| 10 | B | 45.83% | -3.49% | 16.26% | 0.34% | 48 | |
| 11 | A | 43.75% | -5.57% | 18.98% | 0.11% | 16 | |
| 12 | B | 42.86% | -6.46% | 14.92% | 0.15% | 21 | |
| 13 | B | 36.36% | -12.96% | 15.80% | 0.08% | 11 | |
| 14 | B | 30.77% | -18.55% | 15.01% | 0.09% | 13 | |
| 15 | B | 30.77% | -18.55% | 17.29% | 0.09% | 13 | |
| 16 | A | 30.00% | -19.32% | 17.23% | 0.29% | 40 |
Best Yasuo Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Yasuo radiant item is Radiant Edge of Night with a 73.33% win rate (+24.01% vs base), 17.82% first place rate, and 0.11% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.31% pick rate and 72.73% win rate. Radiant Deathblade has the highest first place rate at 19.53%. The top three Yasuo radiant items are Radiant Edge of Night, Radiant Thief's Gloves, and Radiant Sterak's Gage.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 73.33% | +24.01% | 17.82% | 0.11% | 15 | ||
| B | 72.73% | +23.41% | 14.17% | 0.31% | 44 | ||
| B | 58.82% | +9.50% | 15.04% | 0.12% | 17 | ||
| 4 | B | 53.33% | +4.01% | 17.98% | 0.11% | 15 | |
| 5 | B | 53.33% | +4.01% | 19.53% | 0.11% | 15 | |
| 6 | B | 46.15% | -3.17% | 14.67% | 0.09% | 13 | |
| 7 | B | 45.45% | -3.87% | 18.40% | 0.08% | 11 | |
| 8 | B | 42.86% | -6.46% | 15.50% | 0.10% | 14 | |
| 9 | B | 39.13% | -10.19% | 16.78% | 0.16% | 23 | |
| 10 | B | 35.29% | -14.03% | 16.74% | 0.12% | 17 | |
| 11 | B | 35.00% | -14.32% | 15.44% | 0.14% | 20 | |
| 12 | B | 8.33% | -40.99% | 18.93% | 0.09% | 12 |
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Yasuo Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Yasuo's best build in Set 16?
The best Yasuo build in TFT Set 16 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 83.72% win rate and is picked 0.36% of the time. First place rate: 62.79%, avg placement: 2.14.
What is the best item for Yasuo?
Last Whisper is the best item for Yasuo with a 60.36% win rate and 2.41% pick rate across 338 matches.
Which item is most popular on Yasuo?
Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Yasuo with a 11.75% pick rate. It has a 44.01% win rate across 1,645 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Yasuo?
The top 3 items for Yasuo are Last Whisper, Thief's Gloves, and Edge of Night. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Yasuo's kit.
How many matches do the Yasuo item builds have?
The Yasuo item build data is based on 9,077 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Last Whisper on Yasuo?
Last Whisper is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 60.36% win rate on Yasuo.
What components should I prioritize for Yasuo in TFT Set 16?
Priority components for Yasuo are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Yasuo's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Yasuo in TFT?
On carousel for Yasuo TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for Yasuo's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Yasuo in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Yasuo is a strong item holder with a 83.7% win rate when properly itemized. Yasuo should be a priority for your items in Yasuo comps.
Is Yasuo a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Yasuo is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 49.3% to 83.7%. Yasuo scales well with items.
What is Yasuo's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
Yasuo's top 4 rate when itemized is 59.6%. With proper items, Yasuo significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Yasuo emblem?
The best emblem for Yasuo is Defender Emblem with a 100.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Defender trait on Yasuo, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Yasuo radiant item?
The top radiant item for Yasuo is Radiant Morellonomicon with a 100.00% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Yasuo artifact?
The best artifact for Yasuo is Hullcrusher with a 72.73% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Yasuo's kit.