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1 CostBest Briar build for TFT Set 17 with 58.4% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Giant Slayer. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 17 Briar builds: Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, Titan's Resolve (58.43% top four rate, +9.86% difference); Thief's Gloves (57.30% top four rate, +8.73% difference); Radiant Thief's Gloves (46.02% top four rate, -2.55% difference)
Briar Component Priority Order in Set 17
When playing Briar in TFT Set 17, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow from the carousel and item drops. Chain Vest and Giant's Belt 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?
B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Briar, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Sterak's Gage, Bloodthirster, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Briar, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 3rd priority component for Briar, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Titan's Resolve, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Briar's effectiveness.
Briar Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Briar's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for B.F. Sword or Sparring Gloves 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 optimal items provide +9.9% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.
3 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
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 48.6%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Briar item build achieves a 58.4% top four rate, representing a +9.9% difference from the base rate. 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, and 3 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Briar achieves 49.1% top four rate (+0.5% vs base) with 4.30 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Briar achieves a 10.4% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.
✓When to Itemize Briar
- When Briar fits naturally into your composition's traits
- When you have item components that build Briar's best items
- When higher-cost carries aren't available or are heavily contested
✗When NOT to Itemize Briar
- When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
- When Briar's optimal items don't match your available components
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Best Briar Items in TFT Set 17
The best Briar item is Thief's Gloves with a 56.92% win rate (+8.35% vs base), 0.00% first place rate, and 5.41% pick rate. The most popular is Bloodthirster with a 11.09% pick rate and 49.07% win rate. The top three Briar items are Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Giant Slayer.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | - | 56.92% | +8.35% | 0.00% | 5.41% | 380 | ||
  | - | 54.09% | +5.52% | 0.00% | 6.45% | 453 | ||
 | - | 49.07% | +0.50% | 0.00% | 11.09% | 779 | ||
| 4 |   | - | 49.53% | +0.96% | 0.00% | 7.10% | 499 | |
| 5 | | - | 50.31% | +1.74% | 0.00% | 2.15% | 151 | |
| 6 |  | - | 46.71% | -1.86% | 0.00% | 3.96% | 278 | |
| 7 | | - | 46.33% | -2.24% | 0.00% | 2.73% | 192 |
Best Briar Artifact Items in TFT Set 17
The best Briar artifact item is Infinity Force with a 51.52% win rate (+2.95% vs base), 0.00% first place rate, and 0.16% pick rate. The most popular is Evelynn's Instinct with a 0.44% pick rate and 33.12% win rate. The top three Briar artifact items are Infinity Force, Hellfire Hatchet, and Titanic Hydra.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | 51.52% | +2.95% | 0.00% | 0.16% | 11 | ||
| - | 48.74% | +0.17% | 0.00% | 0.16% | 11 | ||
| - | 43.18% | -5.39% | 0.00% | 0.16% | 11 | ||
| 4 | - | 33.12% | -15.45% | 0.00% | 0.44% | 31 |
Best Briar Radiant Items in TFT Set 17
The best Briar radiant item is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 45.28% win rate (-3.29% vs base), 0.00% first place rate, and 0.38% pick rate.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| - | 45.28% | -3.29% | 0.00% | 0.38% | 27 |
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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 Bloodthirster, Sterak's Gage, and Titan's Resolve as core items. This build has a 58.43% win rate and is picked 2.21% of the time. First place rate: 9.61%, avg placement: 4.04.
What is the best item for Briar?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Briar with a 56.92% win rate and 5.41% pick rate across 380 matches.
Which item is most popular on Briar?
Bloodthirster is the most popular item on Briar with a 11.09% pick rate. It has a 49.07% win rate across 779 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Briar?
The top 3 items for Briar are Thief's Gloves, Sterak's Gage, and Giant Slayer. 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 2,971 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 56.92% win rate on Briar.
What components should I prioritize for Briar in TFT Set 17?
Priority components for Briar are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, 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 B.F. Sword. 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 58.4% 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 48.6% to 58.4%. 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 49.1%. With proper items, Briar matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Briar emblem?
The best emblem for Briar is Challenger Emblem with a 58.88% win rate. This emblem activates the Challenger trait on Briar, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Briar radiant item?
The top radiant item for Briar is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 45.28% 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 Infinity Force with a 51.52% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Briar's kit.