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.
Yorick  TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.38
1st Place
11.5%
Top 4
52.8%
Pick Rate
7.1%

Yorick TFT Build

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

Best Yorick build for TFT Set 16 with 53.8% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Protector's Vow, and Evenshroud. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Yorick builds: Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (53.81% top four rate, +1.06% difference); Bramble Vest, Dragon's Claw, Spirit Visage (53.14% top four rate, +0.39% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (51.94% top four rate, -0.81% difference)

Average Placement:4.20
Top 4 Rate:53.81%
Top 4 Diff:+1.06%
First Place Rate:8.90%
Pick Rate:0.44%
Average Placement:4.45
Top 4 Rate:53.14%
Top 4 Diff:+0.39%
First Place Rate:7.25%
Pick Rate:0.38%
Average Placement:4.47
Top 4 Rate:51.94%
Top 4 Diff:-0.81%
First Place Rate:5.34%
Pick Rate:0.77%

Yorick Component Priority Order in Set 16

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

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Chain Vest - Priority 1 component for Yorick  in TFT
Chain VestFound in 6 builds
2
Negatron Cloak - Priority 2 component for Yorick  in TFT
Negatron CloakFound in 5 builds
3
Giant's Belt - Priority 3 component for Yorick  in TFT
Giant's BeltFound in 5 builds
4
Sparring Gloves - Priority 4 component for Yorick  in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 3 builds
5
Tear of the Goddess - Priority 5 component for Yorick  in TFT
Tear of the GoddessFound in 2 builds

Why These Components for Yorick ?

Chain Vest

Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Yorick , appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Protector's Vow, Steadfast Heart, Bramble Vest, which are core items for maximizing Yorick 's effectiveness.

Negatron Cloak

Negatron Cloak is the 2nd priority component for Yorick , appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Ionic Spark, Dragon's Claw, which are core items for maximizing Yorick 's effectiveness.

Giant's Belt

Giant's Belt is the 3rd priority component for Yorick , appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Evenshroud, Spirit Visage, Sunfire Cape, which are core items for maximizing Yorick 's effectiveness.

Yorick Carousel & Item Drop Tips

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

Should You Itemize Yorick in Set 16

Low PriorityYorick has low itemization priority in Set 16. Even with optimal items, Yorick only achieves +1.1% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 52.8%. Consider using Yorick as a support unit or item holder for a stronger carry.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate52.2%
Top 4 Diff vs Base-0.6%
Average Placement4.40
First Place Rate8.0%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate52.8%
Best Build Diff+1.1%
Champion Cost2-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Yorick Itemization in Set 16

Minimal Item Benefit

Even Yorick 's best item build only provides +1.1% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.

Most Builds Underperform

3 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.

Low-Cost Reroll Potential

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

Yorick Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Yorick itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Yorick has a base top four rate of 52.8%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Yorick item build achieves a 53.8% top four rate, representing a +1.1% difference from the base rate. 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 3 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Yorick achieves 52.2% top four rate (-0.6% vs base) with 4.40 average placement.

Itemized Yorick has a 8.0% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.

When to Itemize Yorick

  • When Yorick 's perfect items naturally come together
  • When your primary carry options aren't hitting
  • As a temporary item holder before transitioning to a stronger carry

When NOT to Itemize Yorick

  • When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
  • When the lobby is heavily contesting Yorick
  • When you can't realistically 3-star Yorick

Best Yorick Items in TFT Set 16

The best Yorick item is Thief's Gloves with a 56.57% win rate (+3.82% vs base), 15.84% first place rate, and 2.95% pick rate. The most popular is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 10.84% pick rate and 49.04% win rate. Protector's Vow has the highest first place rate at 16.30%. The top three Yorick items are Thief's Gloves, Protector's Vow, and Evenshroud.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
A56.57%+3.82%15.84%2.95%1,734
Tear of the GoddessChain Vest
B55.73%+2.98%16.30%2.96%1,737
Negatron CloakGiant's Belt
B55.36%+2.61%16.07%3.04%1,783
4
Chain VestSparring Gloves
A54.36%+1.61%15.85%3.71%2,180
5
Needlessly Large RodNegatron Cloak
B53.03%+0.28%14.46%2.70%1,586
6
Chain VestChain Vest
A51.17%-1.58%15.12%6.61%3,877
7
Tear of the GoddessGiant's Belt
C50.39%-2.36%13.87%10.59%6,216
8
Negatron CloakNegatron Cloak
C50.37%-2.38%14.13%6.25%3,669
9
Chain VestGiant's Belt
C49.38%-3.37%14.26%8.93%5,243
10
Giant's BeltGiant's Belt
C49.26%-3.49%14.17%10.50%6,165
11
Chain VestNegatron Cloak
C49.04%-3.71%13.90%10.84%6,360

Best Yorick Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Yorick artifact item is Rapid Firecannon with a 100.00% win rate (+47.25% vs base), 13.83% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Aegis of Dusk with a 0.84% pick rate and 50.10% win rate. Titanic Hydra has the highest first place rate at 16.20%. The top three Yorick artifact items are Rapid Firecannon, Mittens, and Fishbones.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
C100.00%+47.25%13.83%0.02%13
C80.00%+27.25%13.52%0.02%10
C80.00%+27.25%13.78%0.02%10
4F78.57%+25.82%10.67%0.02%14
5C76.92%+24.17%13.61%0.02%13
6C65.38%+12.63%13.73%0.04%26
7C57.76%+5.01%14.15%0.75%438
8-55.73%+2.98%0.00%0.45%262
9D54.59%+1.84%11.87%0.39%229
10A52.63%-0.12%16.20%0.23%133
11C52.41%-0.34%11.97%0.81%477
12C51.80%-0.95%12.67%0.71%417
13C51.22%-1.53%14.89%0.14%82
14F50.10%-2.65%12.46%0.84%491
15F50.00%-2.75%12.29%0.10%60
16B49.76%-2.99%15.47%0.70%410
17C48.67%-4.08%13.96%0.39%226
18D46.55%-6.20%10.84%0.30%174
19B46.00%-6.75%15.85%0.09%50
20F45.83%-6.92%11.54%0.04%24
21D45.45%-7.30%14.08%0.06%33
22B45.00%-7.75%14.81%0.10%60
23C44.35%-8.40%14.00%0.20%115
24D44.00%-8.75%15.12%0.04%25
25C39.24%-13.51%14.09%0.13%79
26D28.57%-24.18%11.93%0.05%28

Best Yorick Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Yorick radiant item is Radiant Ionic Spark with a 50.00% win rate (-2.75% vs base), 12.50% first place rate, and 0.09% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Warmog's Armor with a 0.29% pick rate and 47.67% win rate. Radiant Gargoyle Stoneplate has the highest first place rate at 19.65%. The top three Yorick radiant items are Radiant Ionic Spark, Radiant Sunfire Cape, and Radiant Warmog's Armor.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B50.00%-2.75%12.50%0.09%52
D49.12%-3.63%12.22%0.19%114
D47.67%-5.08%11.76%0.29%172
4C47.62%-5.13%14.29%0.21%126
5D45.63%-7.13%12.75%0.27%160
6A43.27%-9.48%19.65%0.29%171
7D39.08%-13.67%11.82%0.15%87
8F38.37%-14.38%9.79%0.15%86
9C35.09%-17.66%9.45%0.19%114
10D32.50%-20.25%11.96%0.07%40
11B30.14%-22.61%13.73%0.12%73
12F21.92%-30.83%13.64%0.12%73
13A21.43%-31.32%14.80%0.02%14
14B19.35%-33.40%12.34%0.05%31
15S19.05%-33.70%16.81%0.04%21
16C16.67%-36.08%13.02%0.02%12

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Yorick Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Yorick 's best build in Set 16?

The best Yorick build in TFT Set 16 features Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, and Spirit Visage as core items. This build has a 53.81% win rate and is picked 0.44% of the time. First place rate: 8.90%, avg placement: 4.20.

What is the best item for Yorick ?

Thief's Gloves is the best item for Yorick with a 56.57% win rate and 2.95% pick rate across 1,734 matches.

Which item is most popular on Yorick ?

Gargoyle Stoneplate is the most popular item on Yorick with a 10.84% pick rate. It has a 49.04% win rate across 6,360 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Yorick ?

The top 3 items for Yorick are Thief's Gloves, Protector's Vow, and Evenshroud. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Yorick 's kit.

How many matches do the Yorick item builds have?

The Yorick item build data is based on 40,550 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Yorick ?

Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 56.57% win rate on Yorick .

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

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

What should I pick on carousel for Yorick in TFT?

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

Should I itemize Yorick in TFT Set 16?

Yorick is typically not a primary item holder. Consider putting items on your main carry instead, using Yorick for their traits and utility.

Is Yorick a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Yorick is not a primary item holder. Items only marginally improve their performance. It's better to use Yorick for their traits and give items to dedicated carries.

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

Yorick 's top 4 rate when itemized is 52.2%. With proper items, Yorick matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Yorick emblem?

The best emblem for Yorick is Freljord Emblem with a 67.68% win rate. This emblem activates the Freljord trait on Yorick , providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Yorick radiant item?

The top radiant item for Yorick is Radiant Nashor's Tooth with a 71.43% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Yorick artifact?

The best artifact for Yorick is Rapid Firecannon with a 100.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Yorick 's kit.