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5 CostBest Graves build for TFT Set 17 with 54.9% top 4 rate. Top items: Red Buff, Striker's Flail, and Deathblade. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 17 Graves builds: Giant Slayer, Quicksilver, Sterak's Gage (54.93% top four rate, +5.87% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer (52.35% top four rate, +3.29% difference); Quicksilver, Sterak's Gage, Hand Of Justice (51.71% top four rate, +2.65% difference)
Graves Component Priority Order in Set 17
When playing Graves in TFT Set 17, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Recurve Bow, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Graves'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 Graves?
B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Graves, appearing in 8 of the top item builds. This component builds into Deathblade, Sterak's Gage, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Graves's effectiveness.
Recurve Bow is the 2nd priority component for Graves, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Red Buff, Kraken's Fury, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Graves's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Graves, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Striker's Flail, Hand Of Justice, Last Whisper, which are core items for maximizing Graves's effectiveness.
Graves Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Graves's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for B.F. Sword 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 Graves's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Graves in Set 17
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Graves Itemization in Set 17
Graves's optimal items provide +5.9% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.
Itemized Graves achieves 18.0% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 5-cost champion, Graves has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Graves Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Graves itemization in TFT Set 17 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Graves has a base top four rate of 49.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Graves item build achieves a 54.9% top four rate, representing a +5.9% difference from the base rate. 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 4 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Graves achieves 52.0% top four rate (+2.9% vs base) with 4.30 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Graves achieves a 18.0% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Graves a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Graves
- When Graves fits naturally into your composition's traits
- When you have item components that build Graves's best items
- When Graves is your primary late-game carry option
✗When NOT to Itemize Graves
- When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
- When Graves's optimal items don't match your available components
Best Graves Items in TFT Set 17
The best Graves item is Red Buff with a 59.43% win rate (+10.37% vs base), 17.56% first place rate, and 2.21% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 11.92% pick rate and 49.19% win rate. The top three Graves items are Red Buff, Striker's Flailcommon.andWithCommaDeathblade.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | A | 59.43% | +10.37% | 17.56% | 2.21% | 1,575 | ||
  | A | 58.40% | +9.34% | 15.21% | 4.24% | 3,019 | ||
 | B | 53.77% | +4.71% | 14.38% | 5.35% | 3,811 | ||
| 4 | | A | 53.76% | +4.70% | 14.60% | 4.40% | 3,136 | |
| 5 |  | B | 53.37% | +4.31% | 14.00% | 5.40% | 3,843 | |
| 6 |  | B | 53.28% | +4.22% | 15.26% | 4.35% | 3,099 | |
| 7 | | B | 53.27% | +4.21% | 14.96% | 8.11% | 5,776 | |
| 8 | | A | 53.12% | +4.06% | 13.77% | 3.85% | 2,739 | |
| 9 | | C | 51.19% | +2.13% | 15.08% | 5.68% | 4,044 | |
| 10 |  | B | 50.42% | +1.36% | 14.45% | 2.35% | 1,672 | |
| 11 | | C | 50.36% | +1.30% | 13.75% | 9.78% | 6,964 | |
| 12 | | C | 50.00% | +0.94% | 14.18% | 2.51% | 1,784 | |
| 13 |  | D | 49.19% | +0.13% | 13.55% | 11.92% | 8,489 | |
| 14 | | D | 48.17% | -0.89% | 13.03% | 2.18% | 1,555 | |
| 15 | | C | 47.27% | -1.79% | 13.07% | 4.20% | 2,989 |
Best Graves Artifact Items in TFT Set 17
The best Graves artifact item is Titanic Hydra with a 66.67% win rate (+17.61% vs base), 15.57% first place rate, and 0.15% pick rate. The most popular is Yasuo's Bladework with a 0.35% pick rate and 39.68% win rate. The top three Graves artifact items are Titanic Hydra, Cappa Juicecommon.andWithCommaDeath's Defiance.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 66.67% | +17.61% | 15.57% | 0.15% | 108 | ||
| D | 54.55% | +5.49% | 13.74% | 0.05% | 33 | ||
| B | 52.86% | +3.80% | 13.86% | 0.10% | 70 | ||
| 4 | C | 52.17% | +3.11% | 12.97% | 0.03% | 23 | |
| 5 | C | 52.00% | +2.94% | 13.30% | 0.04% | 25 | |
| 6 | D | 50.00% | +0.94% | 13.38% | 0.03% | 22 | |
| 7 | B | 48.39% | -0.67% | 13.09% | 0.17% | 124 | |
| 8 | D | 47.83% | -1.23% | 12.13% | 0.10% | 69 | |
| 9 | D | 47.37% | -1.69% | 11.71% | 0.13% | 95 | |
| 10 | D | 46.43% | -2.63% | 13.14% | 0.04% | 28 | |
| 11 | B | 46.34% | -2.72% | 14.62% | 0.17% | 123 | |
| 12 | D | 46.09% | -2.97% | 11.84% | 0.16% | 115 | |
| 13 | F | 45.95% | -3.11% | 10.76% | 0.10% | 74 | |
| 14 | F | 44.13% | -4.93% | 9.97% | 0.25% | 179 | |
| 15 | C | 42.76% | -6.30% | 13.14% | 0.20% | 145 | |
| 16 | D | 41.94% | -7.12% | 11.37% | 0.04% | 31 | |
| 17 | D | 40.00% | -9.06% | 11.82% | 0.15% | 105 | |
| 18 | F | 39.68% | -9.38% | 9.90% | 0.35% | 247 | |
| 19 | D | 38.75% | -10.31% | 11.77% | 0.11% | 80 | |
| 20 | D | 34.58% | -14.48% | 12.91% | 0.15% | 107 | |
| 21 | F | 33.33% | -15.73% | 11.75% | 0.03% | 24 | |
| 22 | C | 30.00% | -19.06% | 11.84% | 0.01% | 10 | |
| 23 | F | 26.92% | -22.14% | 11.24% | 0.04% | 26 | |
| 24 | D | 22.22% | -26.84% | 15.15% | 0.05% | 36 | |
| 25 | C | 21.43% | -27.63% | 13.21% | 0.02% | 14 |
Best Graves Radiant Items in TFT Set 17
The best Graves radiant item is Radiant Red Buff with a 92.86% win rate (+43.80% vs base), 15.43% first place rate, and 0.02% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 0.19% pick rate and 30.08% win rate. Radiant Kraken's Fury has the highest first place rate at 17.05%. The top three Graves radiant items are Radiant Red Buff, Radiant Dragon's Clawcommon.andWithCommaRadiant Edge of Night.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 92.86% | +43.80% | 15.43% | 0.02% | 14 | ||
| C | 80.00% | +30.94% | 10.78% | 0.01% | 10 | ||
| C | 61.54% | +12.48% | 14.93% | 0.04% | 26 | ||
| 4 | A | 60.00% | +10.94% | 16.20% | 0.07% | 50 | |
| 5 | D | 57.89% | +8.83% | 11.18% | 0.03% | 19 | |
| 6 | F | 56.52% | +7.46% | 8.64% | 0.03% | 23 | |
| 7 | C | 48.72% | -0.34% | 14.32% | 0.16% | 117 | |
| 8 | C | 44.44% | -4.62% | 13.65% | 0.11% | 81 | |
| 9 | A | 42.86% | -6.20% | 17.05% | 0.03% | 21 | |
| 10 | F | 39.29% | -9.77% | 12.08% | 0.04% | 28 | |
| 11 | F | 38.46% | -10.60% | 10.53% | 0.05% | 39 | |
| 12 | D | 37.50% | -11.56% | 12.32% | 0.03% | 24 | |
| 13 | B | 36.36% | -12.70% | 10.72% | 0.03% | 22 | |
| 14 | B | 33.33% | -15.73% | 13.56% | 0.10% | 69 | |
| 15 | D | 30.08% | -18.98% | 13.41% | 0.19% | 133 | |
| 16 | D | 27.59% | -21.47% | 12.10% | 0.04% | 29 | |
| 17 | C | 27.27% | -21.79% | 13.18% | 0.05% | 33 | |
| 18 | C | 26.47% | -22.59% | 11.68% | 0.05% | 34 |
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Graves Set 17 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Graves's best build in Set 17?
The best Graves build in TFT Set 17 features Giant Slayer, Quicksilver, and Sterak's Gage as core items. This build has a 54.93% win rate and is picked 0.84% of the time. First place rate: 22.18%, avg placement: 4.12.
What is the best item for Graves?
Red Buff is the best item for Graves with a 59.43% win rate and 2.21% pick rate across 1,575 matches.
Which item is most popular on Graves?
Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Graves with a 11.92% pick rate. It has a 49.19% win rate across 8,489 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Graves?
The top 3 items for Graves are Red Buff, Striker's Flail, and Deathblade. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Graves's kit.
How many matches do the Graves item builds have?
The Graves item build data is based on 54,495 matches analyzed in TFT Set 17. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Red Buff on Graves?
Red Buff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 59.43% win rate on Graves.
What components should I prioritize for Graves in TFT Set 17?
Priority components for Graves are B.F. Sword, Recurve Bow, and Sparring Gloves. These components build into Graves's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Graves in TFT?
On carousel for Graves TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for Graves's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Graves in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Graves is a strong item holder with a 54.9% win rate when properly itemized. Graves should be a priority for your items in Graves comps.
Is Graves a good item holder in TFT Set 17?
Yes, Graves is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 49.1% to 54.9%. Graves scales well with items.
What is Graves's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 17?
Graves's top 4 rate when itemized is 52.0%. With proper items, Graves matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Graves emblem?
The best emblem for Graves is Shepherd Emblem with a 64.52% win rate. This emblem activates the Shepherd trait on Graves, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Graves radiant item?
The top radiant item for Graves is Radiant Red Buff with a 92.86% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Graves artifact?
The best artifact for Graves is Lich Bane with a 80.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Graves's kit.