Graves TFT champion portrait - Set 17
Avg Place
4.51
1st Place
24.9%
Top 4
49.2%
Pick Rate
9.1%

GravesTFT Stats

Set 17
SetSet 17
Matches107,872
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedApr 16, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Passive: Attacks fire 5 projectiles in a cone that deal (%i:TFTBaseAD%) physical damage each.

Active: Fire an explosive shell that deals 360/540/5555 (+ad) physical damage to the target, and (+ad +ap) physical damage to adjacent enemies.
Graves has a Low contested risk with a 9.06% pick rate. This unit is unlikely to be contested - you should generally be able to find copies without too much competition. Popular comps using Graves include Challenger/N.O.V.A., Party Animal/N.O.V.A., N.O.V.A./Divine Duelist.
Flexible Role
This unit can be played as either carry or support depending on the comp

Graves is flexible and can be played as either a carry or support depending on your team composition. If itemizing as carry, consider Last Whisper, Giant Slayer and Sterak's Gage. As a 5-cost unit, Graves is a natural late-game addition to your team.

Strategy Guide

Flex
Low Contest
Prioritize BiS
Flexible
Level 9+
5-Cost
Below Avg
Role
Graves is flexible and can be itemized as a carry or played for utility depending on your comp.
Leveling
Find Graves by leveling to 9+. This 5-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Items
Best-in-slot build is Deathblade, Striker's Flail, Spear of Shojin with a 63.0% top 4 rate (+13.8% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Meeple/Party Animal (100.0%), Challenger/Divine Duelist (100.0%).
Flexibility
Graves is a flexible unit that fits into 8+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Graves activates Factory New. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 17 Graves Stats

  • Graves health Health:900
  • Graves mana Mana:60
  • Graves armor Armor:40
  • Graves magic resistance MR:40
  • Graves attack damage AD:60
  • Graves attack speed AS:0.70
  • Graves attack range Attack Range:4
  • Graves critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Graves performance analysis shows average average placement (44th percentile) and average win rate (43th percentile). Graves's six key metrics: win rate (43th percentile), popularity (30th percentile), average placement (44th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Graves

Graves is a 5-cost champion in TFT Set 17 with a 49.2% win rate and 4.51 average placement. Graves has a 9.1% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Premium 5-cost unit with powerful late-game impact
  • Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions

Weaknesses

  • High 5-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Save gold early and level to find Graves at higher levels.

2

Itemization

Graves works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Graves with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Graves Set 17 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Graves good in TFT Set 17?

Graves is currently a A-tier champion with a 49.23% win rate and 4.51 average placement in TFT Set 17. This makes Graves a strong pick that ranks 9th among 10 5-cost champions. Graves activates the Factory New trait, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Graves in TFT?

The best items for Graves in TFT Set 17 are Last Whisper (58.0% win rate), Giant Slayer (57.9% win rate) and Sterak's Gage (57.5% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Deathblade, Striker's Flail and Spear of Shojin, achieving a 63.0% top 4 rate. Visit the Graves Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Graves in TFT Set 17?

The best team compositions featuring Graves in TFT Set 17 are Meeple/Party Animal (100.0% win rate), Challenger/Divine Duelist (100.0% win rate) and Divine Duelist/Factory New (100.0% win rate). Graves is a flexible unit that fits into 8+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Graves Comps page.

Is Graves a carry or support in TFT?

Graves is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 17. As a 5-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Graves your best items, ideally Deathblade, Striker's Flail and Spear of Shojin. Level up to find Graves and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Graves in TFT?

Graves has the highest shop odds at level 10 with a 12.5% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 5-cost unit, prioritize leveling to 9+ before rolling to maximize your odds of finding Graves.

What traits does Graves have in TFT Set 17?

Graves has the Factory New trait in TFT Set 17. This trait synergizes well with other Factory New units. Check the Graves Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Graves compare to other 5-cost units?

Graves ranks 9th out of 10 5-cost champions in win rate (49.23%) in TFT Set 17. With a 9.06% pick rate and 4.51 average placement, Graves is a situational 5-cost option. Similar 5-cost alternatives include Zed.

Is Graves contested in TFT Set 17?

Graves has a moderate pick rate of 9.06% in TFT Set 17. While not the most contested unit, you may occasionally compete with other players for Graves. Scout your lobby to assess the competition.