Riven TFT champion portrait - Set 17
Avg Place
4.03
1st Place
21.0%
Top 4
58.9%
Pick Rate
18.3%

RivenTFT Comps

Set 17
SetSet 17
Matches654,596
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 9, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

The best Riven team comp features Rogue , Dark Star , Brawler , Eradicator , Sniper , Oracle , and Timebreaker with a 100.00% win rate. The most popular Riven comp uses Rogue , N.O.V.A. , Fateweaver , Bastion , and Timebreaker and is picked 1.87% of the time in TFT Set 17.

Explore the best TFT team compositions featuring Riven as a core unit in your lineup. Our analysis covers 7 viable team comps that include Riven, with an average win rate of 67.00% across all compositions. The top performing Riven comp achieves an impressive 82.12% win rate, built around Rogue, N.O.V.A., Fateweaver traits, while alternative builds leverage Rogue, Meeple. This comprehensive table shows every competitive team composition using Riven, sorted by win rate to help you find the strongest builds for climbing ranked. Each composition displays the complete champion lineup, optimal item builds for carry units, all active traits with breakpoints, and detailed performance statistics including average placement, win rate, first place rate, and pick rate. Toggle between 8 and 9 champion compositions using the filters above to match your preferred board state.

3.02
Avg Place
82.12%
Top 4 Rate
20.20%
First Place
Moderately Contested
3.24
Avg Place
76.32%
Top 4 Rate
18.99%
First Place
Highly Contested
3.29
Avg Place
75.47%
Top 4 Rate
17.81%
First Place
Moderately Contested
3.43
Avg Place
68.84%
Top 4 Rate
22.46%
First Place
Highly Contested
4.02
Avg Place
66.93%
Top 4 Rate
3.54%
First Place
Moderately Contested
4.43
Avg Place
50.93%
Top 4 Rate
10.89%
First Place
Moderately Contested
4.57
Avg Place
48.36%
Top 4 Rate
9.76%
First Place
Highly Contested

Riven Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 17

RogueRogue
86%66.7% WR
TimebreakerTimebreaker
71%64.4% WR
FateweaverFateweaver
57%66.1% WR
BastionBastion
57%66.7% WR
Space GrooveSpace Groove
43%77.7% WR
Dark StarDark Star
43%63.3% WR

Primary Synergies

Riven excels in compositions that leverage Rogue, Timebreaker, Fateweaver synergies. The Rogue trait appears in 86% of Riven comps with a 66.7% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.

Supporting Traits

Supporting traits like Bastion, Space Groove, Dark Star complement Riven comps by providing additional utility and stat bonuses. These secondary synergies often activate naturally when building your core composition, adding defensive or offensive capabilities without requiring dedicated slots.

How to Play the Best Riven Comp

Stage 2-3Early Game

Aatrox
Aatrox
Caitlyn
Caitlyn
Talon
Talon
Twisted Fate
Twisted Fate
Gwen
Gwen
Jax
Jax

Start your game by picking up Aatrox, Caitlyn, Talon, Twisted Fate, Gwen, Jax. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 82.1% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.

Stage 3-4Mid Game

Rhaast
Rhaast

Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Rhaast. These 3-cost units are crucial for this composition's power spike and help complete key trait breakpoints. Level to 6-7 and stabilize your board.

ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Riven Comp

Jax
Jax
Crownguard
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Caitlyn
Caitlyn
Deathblade
Guinsoo's Rageblade
Giant Slayer
Talon
Talon
Edge of Night
Hextech Gunblade
Spear of Shojin
Twisted Fate
Twisted Fate
Nashor's Tooth
Nashor's Tooth
Rabadon's Deathcap

For optimal Riven itemization in this Rogue/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver comp, prioritize equipping Jax with Crownguard, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Gargoyle Stoneplate. Secondary item holders include Caitlyn (Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Giant Slayer); Talon (Edge of Night, Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin); Twisted Fate (Nashor's Tooth, Nashor's Tooth, Rabadon's Deathcap). Focus on collecting the right components during carousel rounds and PvE stages to complete these Best in Slot (BiS) items for maximum damage output and survivability.

PriorityTop Components to Look for on Carousel

B.F. Sword
B.F. Sword×6 items
Needlessly Large Rod
Needlessly Large Rod×5 items
Chain Vest
Chain Vest×4 items
Recurve Bow
Recurve Bow×4 items

When playing this Riven Rogue/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver comp, prioritize B.F. Sword, Needlessly Large Rod, Chain Vest, Recurve Bow during carousel rounds and PvE stages. B.F. Sword is the most valuable component, appearing in 6 of the core items for this composition. Early carousel priority should focus on these key components to ensure you can complete your carry items by mid-game. If contested, look for completed items or flexible components that can pivot into multiple BiS options.

Pivot Suggestions

When playing Riven in TFT Set 17, the Rogue/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver composition with a 82.1% win rate is often the strongest choice. However, in competitive lobbies, other players may contest key units, making it difficult to 2-star your carries. Knowing when and how to pivot to alternative Riven team comps is essential for maintaining a top 4 placement. Below are the best pivot compositions that share core units with the optimal Riven build, allowing for a smooth transition without sacrificing too much board strength.

Pivot Option 1: Rogue/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver

75.5% WR75% overlap
Keep these units
Aatrox
Caitlyn
Talon
Twisted Fate
Jax
Riven
Sell these units
Gwen
Rhaast
Add these units
Milio
Corki

This Rogue/N.O.V.A./Fateweaver composition shares 75% of its units with the best Riven comp, achieving a 75.5% win rate. You'll need to sell Gwen, Rhaast from your board and replace them with Milio, Corki. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Riven's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.

When to Pivot Your Riven TFT Comp

Recognizing when to pivot is just as important as knowing what to pivot to. Scout your lobby early and often - if you see 2 or more players building the same Riven composition, consider transitioning to one of these alternative builds. The best time to pivot is typically during Stage 3-4, before you've fully committed your gold and items to the contested build. Remember that a completed pivot comp with 2-star units will almost always outperform a contested comp stuck at 1-star. Use these Riven pivot strategies to adapt to your lobby and secure consistent top 4 finishes in TFT Set 17.

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Riven Set 17 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest win rate Riven team comp?

The highest win rate Riven team comp features Cho'Gath, Ezreal, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Riven, Tahm Kench, and Xayah with a 100.00% win rate. This comp utilizes the Rogue, Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Sniper, Oracle, and Timebreaker traits and is picked 0.06% of the time.

Which Riven team comp is most popular?

The most popular Riven team comp uses Aatrox, Caitlyn, Corki, Jax, Milio, Riven, Talon, and Twisted Fate with a pick rate of 1.87%. This composition features the Rogue, N.O.V.A., Fateweaver, Bastion, and Timebreaker traits and has a 75.47% win rate.

Which Riven TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?

The Riven comp with the highest first place rate includes Cho'Gath, Ezreal, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Riven, Tahm Kench, and Xayah and achieves first place 81.25% of the time. This comp uses the Rogue, Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Sniper, Oracle, and Timebreaker traits and has a 100.00% overall win rate.

Which Riven comp has the best average placement?

The Riven comp with the best average placement features Cho'Gath, Ezreal, Jhin, Kai'Sa, Maokai, Milio, Pantheon, Riven, Tahm Kench, and Xayah with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Rogue, Dark Star, Brawler, Eradicator, Sniper, Oracle, and Timebreaker traits and maintains a 100.00% win rate.

What are the most common TFT traits used in Riven TFT comps?

The most common traits found in Riven comps are Rogue, Timebreaker, Bastion, Dark Star, and Brawler. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Riven team compositions and provide strong synergies with Riven's abilities and playstyle.