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1 CostBest Briar build for TFT Set 17 with 100.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Edge of Night, and Quicksilver. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 17 Briar builds: Thief's Gloves (100.00% top four rate, +54.93% difference); Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (64.29% top four rate, +19.22% difference); Spear of Shojin, Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice (64.29% top four rate, +19.22% difference)
Briar Component Priority Order in Set 17
When playing Briar in TFT Set 17, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Chain Vest and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Briar'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 Briar?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Briar, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Quicksilver, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Briar, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Edge of Night, Sterak's Gage, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Briar, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Titan's Resolve, Guinsoo's Rageblade, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
Briar Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Briar's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves or B.F. Sword 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 Briar's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Briar in Set 17
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Briar Itemization in Set 17
Briar's best item build provides +54.9% top four rate improvement. 4 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
4 different item builds achieve 10%+ improvement, giving flexibility in itemization.
Itemized Briar achieves 3.35 average placement, consistently finishing in top positions.
Itemized Briar achieves 30.7% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 1-cost champion, Briar is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Briar Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Briar itemization in TFT Set 17 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Briar has a base top four rate of 45.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Briar item build achieves a 100.0% top four rate, representing a +54.9% difference from the base rate. 4 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Briar achieves 67.7% top four rate (+22.6% vs base) with 3.35 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Briar achieves a 30.7% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Briar a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Briar
- When you find Briar 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 Briar's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Briar through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Briar
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Briar Items in TFT Set 17
The best Briar item is Thief's Gloves with a 62.61% win rate (+17.54% vs base), 17.61% first place rate, and 11.19% pick rate. The top three Briar items are Thief's Gloves, Edge of Night, and Quicksilver.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | A | 62.61% | +17.54% | 17.61% | 11.19% | 682 | ||
  | A | 60.44% | +15.37% | 16.32% | 2.99% | 182 | ||
 | B | 59.22% | +14.15% | 14.74% | 2.94% | 179 | ||
| 4 |  | C | 59.18% | +14.11% | 14.42% | 6.43% | 392 | |
| 5 |  | B | 58.61% | +13.54% | 15.65% | 6.38% | 389 | |
| 6 |  | B | 57.06% | +11.99% | 15.04% | 2.79% | 170 | |
| 7 | | D | 45.61% | +0.54% | 14.12% | 8.42% | 513 | |
| 8 | | D | 44.61% | -0.46% | 12.95% | 5.48% | 334 | |
| 9 |  | D | 43.70% | -1.37% | 12.99% | 2.21% | 135 |
Best Briar Artifact Items in TFT Set 17
The best Briar artifact item is Yasuo's Bladework with a 75.00% win rate (+29.93% vs base), 7.75% first place rate, and 0.20% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Force with a 0.34% pick rate and 71.43% win rate. Infinity Force has the highest first place rate at 14.48%. The top three Briar artifact items are Yasuo's Bladework, Infinity Force, and Evelynn's Instinct.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | 75.00% | +29.93% | 7.75% | 0.20% | 12 | ||
| C | 71.43% | +26.36% | 14.48% | 0.34% | 21 | ||
| D | 64.29% | +19.22% | 10.84% | 0.23% | 14 |
Best Briar Radiant Items in TFT Set 17
The best Briar radiant item is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 50.00% win rate (+4.93% vs base), 12.69% first place rate, and 0.66% pick rate. The top three Briar radiant items are Radiant Thief's Gloves and Radiant Sterak's Gage.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 50.00% | +4.93% | 12.69% | 0.66% | 40 | ||
| C | 18.18% | -26.89% | 15.06% | 0.18% | 11 |
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Briar Set 17 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Briar's best build in Set 17?
The best Briar build in TFT Set 17 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 100.00% win rate and is picked 0.18% of the time. First place rate: 100.00%, avg placement: 1.00.
What is the best item for Briar?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Briar with a 62.61% win rate and 11.19% pick rate across 682 matches.
Which item is most popular on Briar?
Thief's Gloves is the most popular item on Briar with a 11.19% pick rate. It has a 62.61% win rate across 682 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Briar?
The top 3 items for Briar are Thief's Gloves, Edge of Night, and Quicksilver. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Briar's kit.
How many matches do the Briar item builds have?
The Briar item build data is based on 2,976 matches analyzed in TFT Set 17. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Briar?
Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 62.61% win rate on Briar.
What components should I prioritize for Briar in TFT Set 17?
Priority components for Briar are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Recurve Bow. These components build into Briar's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Briar in TFT?
On carousel for Briar TFT builds, prioritize Sparring Gloves. These components are essential for Briar's optimal items and are often available in later carousel rounds.
Should I itemize Briar in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Briar is a strong item holder with a 100.0% win rate when properly itemized. Briar should be a priority for your items in Briar comps.
Is Briar a good item holder in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Briar is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 45.1% to 100.0%. Briar scales well with items.
What is Briar's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 17?
Briar's top 4 rate when itemized is 67.7%. With proper items, Briar significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Briar emblem?
The best emblem for Briar is Bastion Emblem with a 66.67% win rate. This emblem activates the Bastion trait on Briar, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Briar radiant item?
The top radiant item for Briar is Radiant Titan's Resolve with a 66.67% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Briar artifact?
The best artifact for Briar is Yasuo's Bladework with a 75.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Briar's kit.