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5 CostBest Bard build for TFT Set 17 with 77.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Red Buff, Morellonomicon, and Void Staff. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 17 Bard builds: Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap (77.04% top four rate, +16.58% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap, Void Staff (71.05% top four rate, +10.59% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Giant Slayer, Rabadon's Deathcap (65.79% top four rate, +5.33% difference)
Bard Component Priority Order in Set 17
When playing Bard in TFT Set 17, prioritize collecting Needlessly Large Rod, Recurve Bow, Tear of the Goddess from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and B.F. Sword are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Bard'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 Bard?
Needlessly Large Rod is the 1st priority component for Bard, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Morellonomicon, Rabadon's Deathcap, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Bard's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 2nd priority component for Bard, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Red Buff, Void Staff, Nashor's Tooth, which are core items for maximizing Bard's effectiveness.
Tear of the Goddess is the 3rd priority component for Bard, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Void Staff, Blue Buff, Archangel's Staff, which are core items for maximizing Bard's effectiveness.
Bard Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Needlessly Large Rod on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Bard's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Needlessly Large Rod or Recurve Bow 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 Bard's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Bard in Set 17
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Bard Itemization in Set 17
Bard's best item build provides +16.6% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
Itemized Bard achieves 20.4% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 5-cost champion, Bard has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Bard Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Bard itemization in TFT Set 17 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Bard has a base top four rate of 60.5%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Bard item build achieves a 77.0% top four rate, representing a +16.6% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 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 Bard achieves 67.4% top four rate (+6.9% vs base) with 3.54 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Bard achieves a 20.4% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Bard a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Bard
- When you find Bard 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 Bard's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Bard
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
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Best Bard Items in TFT Set 17
The best Bard item is Red Buff with a 73.19% win rate (+12.73% vs base), 0.00% first place rate, and 2.06% pick rate. The most popular is Jeweled Gauntlet with a 19.62% pick rate and 65.97% win rate. The top three Bard items are Red Buff, Morellonomicon, and Void Staff.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | - | 73.19% | +12.73% | 0.00% | 2.06% | 100 | ||
 | - | 70.26% | +9.80% | 0.00% | 11.23% | 545 | ||
  | - | 70.68% | +10.22% | 0.00% | 6.41% | 311 | ||
| 4 | | - | 67.19% | +6.73% | 0.00% | 14.53% | 705 | |
| 5 | | - | 66.98% | +6.52% | 0.00% | 11.50% | 558 | |
| 6 |  | - | 65.97% | +5.51% | 0.00% | 19.62% | 952 | |
| 7 | | - | 67.19% | +6.73% | 0.00% | 6.68% | 324 | |
| 8 | | - | 65.33% | +4.87% | 0.00% | 9.03% | 438 | |
| 9 |  | - | 65.91% | +5.45% | 0.00% | 5.44% | 264 | |
| 10 | | - | 65.20% | +4.74% | 0.00% | 5.85% | 284 | |
| 11 |  | - | 64.94% | +4.48% | 0.00% | 5.28% | 256 | |
| 12 | | - | 62.01% | +1.55% | 0.00% | 9.60% | 466 | |
| 13 | | - | 64.24% | +3.78% | 0.00% | 3.32% | 161 | |
| 14 | | - | 56.77% | -3.69% | 0.00% | 3.13% | 152 |
Best Bard Artifact Items in TFT Set 17
The best Bard artifact item is Blighting Jewel with a 65.34% win rate (+4.88% vs base), 0.00% first place rate, and 0.29% pick rate. The most popular is Ahri's Aura with a 0.54% pick rate and 61.73% win rate. The top three Bard artifact items are Blighting Jewel, Ahri's Aura, and Eternal Pact.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | 65.34% | +4.88% | 0.00% | 0.29% | 14 | ||
| - | 61.73% | +1.27% | 0.00% | 0.54% | 26 | ||
| - | 61.21% | +0.75% | 0.00% | 0.31% | 15 | ||
| 4 | - | 56.21% | -4.25% | 0.00% | 0.31% | 15 | |
| 5 | - | 55.09% | -5.37% | 0.00% | 0.29% | 14 |
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Bard Set 17 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bard's best build in Set 17?
The best Bard build in TFT Set 17 features Blue Buff, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Rabadon's Deathcap as core items. This build has a 77.04% win rate and is picked 0.74% of the time. First place rate: 23.07%, avg placement: 2.97.
What is the best item for Bard?
Red Buff is the best item for Bard with a 73.19% win rate and 2.06% pick rate across 100 matches.
Which item is most popular on Bard?
Jeweled Gauntlet is the most popular item on Bard with a 19.62% pick rate. It has a 65.97% win rate across 952 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Bard?
The top 3 items for Bard are Red Buff, Morellonomicon, and Void Staff. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Bard's kit.
How many matches do the Bard item builds have?
The Bard item build data is based on 5,752 matches analyzed in TFT Set 17. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Red Buff on Bard?
Red Buff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 73.19% win rate on Bard.
What components should I prioritize for Bard in TFT Set 17?
Priority components for Bard are Needlessly Large Rod, Recurve Bow, and Tear of the Goddess. These components build into Bard's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Bard in TFT?
On carousel for Bard TFT builds, prioritize Needlessly Large Rod. These components are essential for Bard's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Bard in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Bard is a strong item holder with a 77.0% win rate when properly itemized. Bard should be a priority for your items in Bard comps.
Is Bard a good item holder in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Bard is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 60.5% to 77.0%. Bard scales well with items.
What is Bard's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 17?
Bard's top 4 rate when itemized is 67.4%. With proper items, Bard significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Bard emblem?
The best emblem for Bard is Stargazer Emblem with a 74.14% win rate. This emblem activates the Stargazer trait on Bard, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Bard radiant item?
The top radiant item for Bard is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 60.89% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Bard artifact?
The best artifact for Bard is Blighting Jewel with a 65.34% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Bard's kit.