AkaliTFT Comps
N.O.V.A.
Marauder
2 CostThe best Akali team comp features Challenger , Rogue , N.O.V.A. , Dark Star , Brawler , Eradicator , Marauder , Dark Lady , Primordian , Redeemer , and Oracle with a 99.52% win rate. The most popular Akali comp uses Challenger , N.O.V.A. , Brawler , Marauder , and Primordian and is picked 1.29% of the time in TFT Set 17.
Explore the best TFT team compositions featuring Akali as a core unit in your lineup. Our analysis covers 7 viable team comps that include Akali, with an average win rate of 59.38% across all compositions. The top performing Akali comp achieves an impressive 68.29% win rate, built around Challenger, Rogue, N.O.V.A. traits, while alternative builds leverage Challenger, Rogue. This comprehensive table shows every competitive team composition using Akali, sorted by win rate to help you find the strongest builds for climbing ranked. Each composition displays the complete champion lineup, optimal item builds for carry units, all active traits with breakpoints, and detailed performance statistics including average placement, win rate, first place rate, and pick rate. Toggle between 8 and 9 champion compositions using the filters above to match your preferred board state.
3.66 | 68.29% | 12.83% | High Contested Risk | ||||
3.95 | 65.67% | 6.00% | High Contested Risk | ||||
3.81 | 63.79% | 13.79% | Moderate Contested Risk | ||||
4.20 | 57.63% | 6.21% | High Contested Risk | ||||
4.13 | 57.14% | 7.29% | Moderate Contested Risk | ||||
4.38 | 54.65% | 4.54% | Moderate Contested Risk | ||||
4.58 | 48.50% | 8.41% | High Contested Risk |
Akali Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 17
N.O.V.A.
Brawler
Marauder
Challenger
Primordian
RoguePrimary Synergies
Akali excels in compositions that leverage N.O.V.A., Brawler, Marauder synergies. The N.O.V.A. trait appears in 100% of Akali comps with a 59.0% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.
Supporting Traits
Supporting traits like Challenger, Primordian, Rogue complement Akali comps by providing additional utility and stat bonuses. These secondary synergies often activate naturally when building your core composition, adding defensive or offensive capabilities without requiring dedicated slots.
How to Play the Best Akali Comp
Stage 2-3Early Game
In this Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A. comp, Akali is available early. Start your game by picking up Briar, Cho'Gath, Rek'Sai, Bel'Veth. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 68.3% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.
Stage 3-4Mid Game
Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Kai'Sa, Rhaast. These 3-cost units are crucial for this composition's power spike and help complete key trait breakpoints. Level to 6-7 and stabilize your board.
Stage 4-5Late Game
Complete this Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A. composition with Kindred in the late game. These high-cost units are essential for the comp's 68.3% win rate. Level to 8-9 and prioritize 2-starring your carries.
ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Akali Comp
For optimal Akali itemization in this Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A. comp, prioritize equipping Rek'Sai with Protector's Vow, Sunfire Cape, Evenshroud. Secondary item holders include Kai'Sa (Infinity Edge, Striker's Flail, Spear of Shojin); Briar (Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Titan's Resolve); Bel'Veth (Giant Slayer, Quicksilver, Kraken's Fury). Focus on collecting the right components during carousel rounds and PvE stages to complete these Best in Slot (BiS) items for maximum damage output and survivability.
PriorityTop Components to Look for on Carousel
When playing this Akali Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A. comp, prioritize B.F. Sword, Giant's Belt, Negatron Cloak, Chain Vest during carousel rounds and PvE stages. B.F. Sword is the most valuable component, appearing in 5 of the core items for this composition. Early carousel priority should focus on these key components to ensure you can complete your carry items by mid-game. If contested, look for completed items or flexible components that can pivot into multiple BiS options.
Pivot Suggestions
When playing Akali in TFT Set 17, the Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A. composition with a 68.3% win rate is often the strongest choice. However, in competitive lobbies, other players may contest key units, making it difficult to 2-star your carries. Knowing when and how to pivot to alternative Akali team comps is essential for maintaining a top 4 placement. Below are the best pivot compositions that share core units with the optimal Akali build, allowing for a smooth transition without sacrificing too much board strength.
Pivot Option 1: Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A.
This Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A. composition shares 75% of its units with the best Akali comp, achieving a 63.8% win rate. You'll need to sell Cho'Gath, Kai'Sa from your board and replace them with Gwen, Maokai. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Akali's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
Pivot Option 2: Challenger/N.O.V.A./Brawler
This Challenger/N.O.V.A./Brawler composition shares 63% of its units with the best Akali comp, achieving a 54.7% win rate. You'll need to sell Cho'Gath, Kai'Sa, Rhaast from your board and replace them with Aatrox, Caitlyn, Maokai. Best executed during Stage 4 when you have economy to find the new pieces. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Akali's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
Pivot Option 3: Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A.
This Challenger/Rogue/N.O.V.A. composition shares 88% of its units with the best Akali comp, achieving a 65.7% win rate. You'll need to sell Cho'Gath from your board and replace them with Maokai. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Akali's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.
When to Pivot Your Akali TFT Comp
Recognizing when to pivot is just as important as knowing what to pivot to. Scout your lobby early and often - if you see 2 or more players building the same Akali composition, consider transitioning to one of these alternative builds. The best time to pivot is typically during Stage 3-4, before you've fully committed your gold and items to the contested build. Remember that a completed pivot comp with 2-star units will almost always outperform a contested comp stuck at 1-star. Use these Akali pivot strategies to adapt to your lobby and secure consistent top 4 finishes in TFT Set 17.
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Akali Set 17 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest win rate Akali team comp?
The highest win rate Akali team comp features Akali, Bel'Veth, Briar, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Kindred, Morgana, Rek'Sai, Rhaast, and Tahm Kench with a 99.52% win rate. This comp utilizes the Challenger, Rogue, N.O.V.A., Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Marauder, Dark Lady, Primordian, Redeemer, and Oracle traits and is picked 0.05% of the time.
Which Akali team comp is most popular?
The most popular Akali team comp uses Aatrox, Akali, Bel'Veth, Briar, Caitlyn, Kindred, Maokai, and Rek'Sai with a pick rate of 1.29%. This composition features the Challenger, N.O.V.A., Brawler, Marauder, and Primordian traits and has a 54.65% win rate.
Which Akali TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?
The Akali comp with the highest first place rate includes Aatrox, Akali, Blitzcrank, Fiora, Graves, Morgana, Nunu & Willump, Shen, Sona, and Vex and achieves first place 64.21% of the time. This comp uses the Party Animal, N.O.V.A., Divine Duelist, Factory New, Marauder, Dark Lady, Bastion, Bulwark, Vanguard, Commander, Space Groove, and Doomer traits and has a 96.84% overall win rate.
Which Akali comp has the best average placement?
The Akali comp with the best average placement features Akali, Bel'Veth, Briar, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Kindred, Morgana, Rek'Sai, Rhaast, and Tahm Kench with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Challenger, Rogue, N.O.V.A., Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Marauder, Dark Lady, Primordian, Redeemer, and Oracle traits and maintains a 99.52% win rate.
What are the most common TFT traits used in Akali TFT comps?
The most common traits found in Akali comps are N.O.V.A., Marauder, Brawler, Challenger, and Primordian. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Akali team compositions and provide strong synergies with Akali's abilities and playstyle.