Yorick  TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
4.20
1st Place
12.2%
Top 4
56.4%
Pick Rate
4.9%

Yorick TFT Build

Set 16
SetSet 16
Matches732,372
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedFeb 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Yorick build for TFT Set 16 with 69.6% top 4 rate. Top items: Steadfast Heart, Evenshroud, and Protector's Vow. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 16 Yorick builds: Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (69.57% top four rate, +13.21% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (64.68% top four rate, +8.32% difference); Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (61.59% top four rate, +5.23% difference)

Avg Placement:3.66
Top 4 Rate:69.57%
Top 4 Diff:+13.21%
1st Place Rate:21.26%
Pick Rate:0.58%
Avg Placement:3.68
Top 4 Rate:64.68%
Top 4 Diff:+8.32%
1st Place Rate:20.40%
Pick Rate:1.12%
Avg Placement:3.91
Top 4 Rate:61.59%
Top 4 Diff:+5.23%
1st Place Rate:13.91%
Pick Rate:0.42%

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
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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 Steadfast Heart, Protector's Vow, Sunfire Cape, 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, Dragon's Claw, Gargoyle Stoneplate, 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

High PriorityYorick is a high-priority itemization target in Set 16. The best Yorick item build achieves a 69.6% top four rate, which is +13.2% higher than Yorick 's base rate of 56.4%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate61.0%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+4.6%
Avg Placement3.91
1st Place Rate17.5%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate56.4%
Best Build Diff+13.2%
Champion Cost2-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Yorick Itemization in Set 16

Excellent Item Scaling

Yorick 's best item build provides +13.2% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.

High First Place Potential

Itemized Yorick achieves 17.5% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.

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 56.4%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Yorick item build achieves a 69.6% top four rate, representing a +13.2% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Yorick achieves 61.0% top four rate (+4.6% vs base) with 3.91 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Yorick achieves a 17.5% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Yorick a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.

When to Itemize Yorick

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

When NOT to Itemize Yorick

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

Best Yorick Items in TFT Set 16

The best Yorick item is Steadfast Heart with a 62.56% win rate (+6.20% vs base), 15.74% first place rate, and 3.79% pick rate. The most popular is Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 12.79% pick rate and 57.92% win rate. Ionic Spark has the highest first place rate at 17.02%. The top three Yorick items are Steadfast Heart, Evenshroud, and Protector's Vow.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Chain VestSparring Gloves
B62.56%+6.20%15.74%3.79%1,565
Negatron CloakGiant's Belt
B61.33%+4.97%15.95%4.28%1,769
Tear of the GoddessChain Vest
A61.11%+4.75%16.22%3.70%1,530
4
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
B60.43%+4.07%16.08%3.23%1,337
5
Tear of the GoddessGiant's Belt
B59.29%+2.93%14.57%12.68%5,242
6
Negatron CloakNegatron Cloak
B59.00%+2.64%15.25%5.97%2,466
7
Chain VestGiant's Belt
B58.01%+1.65%14.30%10.30%4,258
8
Chain VestNegatron Cloak
B57.92%+1.56%13.41%12.79%5,288
9
Chain VestChain Vest
B57.36%+1.00%15.01%6.14%2,540
10
Giant's BeltGiant's Belt
B56.49%+0.13%13.53%12.51%5,171
11
Needlessly Large RodNegatron Cloak
A54.24%-2.12%17.02%2.34%968

Best Yorick Artifact Items in TFT Set 16

The best Yorick artifact item is Silvermere Dawn with a 81.13% win rate (+24.77% vs base), 21.96% first place rate, and 0.13% pick rate. The most popular is Aegis of Dawn with a 0.37% pick rate and 54.61% win rate. Horizon Focus has the highest first place rate at 24.31%. The top three Yorick artifact items are Silvermere Dawn, The Indomitable, and Lightshield Crest.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
A81.13%+24.77%21.96%0.13%53
A73.68%+17.32%20.80%0.23%95
A67.94%+11.58%20.64%0.32%131
4A64.71%+8.35%21.66%0.04%17
5A63.51%+7.15%19.97%0.18%74
6A63.16%+6.80%20.26%0.18%76
7A61.54%+5.18%19.98%0.13%52
8A59.09%+2.73%24.31%0.05%22
9A54.61%-1.75%18.63%0.37%152
10A54.55%-1.81%16.90%0.08%33
11B40.00%-16.36%14.13%0.05%20
12A38.89%-17.47%17.85%0.09%36
13A37.93%-18.43%19.85%0.07%29

Best Yorick Radiant Items in TFT Set 16

The best Yorick radiant item is Radiant Bramble Vest with a 84.62% win rate (+28.26% vs base), 13.64% first place rate, and 0.03% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.16% pick rate and 53.73% win rate. Radiant Hextech Gunblade has the highest first place rate at 19.08%. The top three Yorick radiant items are Radiant Bramble Vest, Radiant Hextech Gunblade, and Radiant Protector's Vow.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B84.62%+28.26%13.64%0.03%13
A80.00%+23.64%19.08%0.02%10
B76.47%+20.11%14.34%0.04%17
4B72.73%+16.37%14.04%0.03%11
5B71.43%+15.07%12.97%0.07%28
6B66.67%+10.31%13.61%0.04%18
7B54.17%-2.19%13.84%0.06%24
8B53.73%-2.63%14.55%0.16%67
9B46.88%-9.48%14.45%0.08%32
10B42.86%-13.50%15.22%0.07%28
11B38.46%-17.90%13.31%0.03%13
12B23.08%-33.28%14.73%0.06%26
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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 Set 16 is Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, and Spirit Visage with a 69.57% top four rate, 21.26% first place rate, and 3.66 average placement. This build is picked 0.58% of the time.

What is the best item for Yorick ?

The best item for Yorick is Steadfast Heart with a 62.56% win rate. This item is picked 3.79% of the time and has won 979 matches across 1,565 games.

Which item is most popular on Yorick ?

Gargoyle Stoneplate is the most popular item on Yorick with a 12.79% pick rate. This item maintains a 57.92% win rate and has been used in 5,288 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Yorick ?

The top 3 items for Yorick are Steadfast Heart, Evenshroud, and Protector's Vow with an average win rate of 61.67%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.

How many matches do the Yorick item builds have?

The Yorick item builds are based on 33,072 total matches. Steadfast Heart has the most wins with 979 victories.

Should I always build Steadfast Heart on Yorick ?

While Steadfast Heart has the highest win rate at 62.56%, the best Yorick build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Steadfast Heart, Evenshroud, and Protector's Vow as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.

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

The top components to prioritize for Yorick in Set 16 are Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, and Giant's Belt. These components appear most frequently in Yorick 's highest win rate item builds. Chain Vest is the #1 priority component, appearing in 6 of Yorick 's top item builds.

What should I pick on carousel for Yorick in TFT?

When playing Yorick in TFT Set 16, prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel as it builds into Yorick 's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Negatron Cloak and Giant's Belt. These components give you the flexibility to build Yorick 's optimal items.

Should I itemize Yorick in TFT Set 16?

Yorick is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 16. Yorick 's best item build achieves a +13.2% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 56.4%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.

Is Yorick a good item holder in TFT Set 16?

Yorick is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 16. With optimal items, Yorick achieves +13.2% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.

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

When properly itemized, Yorick achieves an average top four rate of 61.0% in TFT Set 16, which is +4.6% compared to the base rate of 56.4%. The best Yorick item build reaches 69.6% top four rate with a 3.66 average placement.

What is the best Yorick emblem?

The best Yorick emblem is Quickstriker Emblem with a 75.86% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.07% of the time and has been used in 29 matches.

What is the top Yorick radiant item?

The top Yorick radiant item is Radiant Blue Buff with a 100.00% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.01% of the time and has been used in 5 matches.

What is the best Yorick artifact?

The best Yorick artifact is Silvermere Dawn with a 81.13% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.13% of the time and has been used in 53 matches.