Talon TFT champion portrait - Set 17
Avg Place
4.63
1st Place
10.5%
Top 4
47.6%
Pick Rate
6.7%

TalonTFT Build

Set 17
SetSet 17
Matches107,872
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedApr 16, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Talon build for TFT Set 17 with 100.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin, and Thief's Gloves. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 17 Talon builds: Thief's Gloves (100.00% top four rate, +52.43% difference); Edge of Night, Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin (70.80% top four rate, +23.23% difference); Edge of Night, Infinity Edge, Hand Of Justice (66.67% top four rate, +19.10% difference)

Average Placement:1.05
Top 4 Rate:100.00%
Top 4 Diff:+52.43%
First Place Rate:95.45%
Pick Rate:0.30%
Average Placement:3.42
Top 4 Rate:70.80%
Top 4 Diff:+23.23%
First Place Rate:18.98%
Pick Rate:1.89%
Average Placement:3.50
Top 4 Rate:66.67%
Top 4 Diff:+19.10%
First Place Rate:12.50%
Pick Rate:0.33%

Talon Component Priority Order in Set 17

When playing Talon in TFT Set 17, prioritize collecting B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, Tear of the Goddess from the carousel and item drops. Needlessly Large Rod and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Talon'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.

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B.F. Sword - Priority 1 component for Talon in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 9 builds
2
Sparring Gloves - Priority 2 component for Talon in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 5 builds
3
Tear of the Goddess - Priority 3 component for Talon in TFT
Tear of the GoddessFound in 2 builds
4
Needlessly Large Rod - Priority 4 component for Talon in TFT
Needlessly Large RodFound in 1 builds
5
Giant's Belt - Priority 5 component for Talon in TFT
Giant's BeltFound in 2 builds

Why These Components for Talon?

B.F. Sword

B.F. Sword is the 1st priority component for Talon, appearing in 9 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin, Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Talon's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Talon, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Talon's effectiveness.

Tear of the Goddess

Tear of the Goddess is the 3rd priority component for Talon, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Spear of Shojin, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Talon's effectiveness.

Talon Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize B.F. Sword on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Talon'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 Talon's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Talon in Set 17

High PriorityTalon is a high-priority itemization target in Set 17. The best Talon item build achieves a 100.0% top four rate, which is +52.4% higher than Talon's base rate of 47.6%. 5 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement, indicating strong item scaling.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate72.4%
Top 4 Diff vs Base+24.8%
Average Placement3.27
First Place Rate28.5%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate47.6%
Best Build Diff+52.4%
Champion Cost1-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Talon Itemization in Set 17

Excellent Item Scaling

Talon's best item build provides +52.4% top four rate improvement. 5 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.

Multiple Strong Build Options

5 different item builds achieve 10%+ improvement, giving flexibility in itemization.

Strong Average Placement

Itemized Talon achieves 3.27 average placement, consistently finishing in top positions.

High First Place Potential

Itemized Talon achieves 28.5% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.

Low-Cost Reroll Potential

As a 1-cost champion, Talon is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.

Talon Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Talon itemization in TFT Set 17 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Talon has a base top four rate of 47.6%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Talon item build achieves a 100.0% top four rate, representing a +52.4% difference from the base rate. 5 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Talon achieves 72.4% top four rate (+24.8% vs base) with 3.27 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Talon achieves a 28.5% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Talon a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.

When to Itemize Talon

  • When you find Talon 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 Talon's key items
  • When you can commit to 3-starring Talon through slow rolling

When NOT to Itemize Talon

  • When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
  • When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game

Best Talon Items in TFT Set 17

The best Talon item is Hextech Gunblade with a 66.09% win rate (+18.52% vs base), 15.37% first place rate, and 6.83% pick rate. The most popular is Thief's Gloves with a 8.97% pick rate and 62.42% win rate. Thief's Gloves has the highest first place rate at 17.61%. The top three Talon items are Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin, and Thief's Gloves.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B.F. SwordNeedlessly Large Rod
B66.09%+18.52%15.37%6.83%466
B.F. SwordTear of the Goddess
C65.06%+17.49%14.16%7.88%538
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
A62.42%+14.85%17.61%8.97%612
4
B.F. SwordChain Vest
A61.85%+14.28%16.32%8.72%595
5
B.F. SwordGiant's Belt
B56.17%+8.60%15.65%3.44%235
6
Giant's BeltSparring Gloves
B54.60%+7.03%15.56%2.39%163
7
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B51.52%+3.95%15.04%3.38%231
8
B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
D49.88%+2.31%12.79%6.14%419
9
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
C48.61%+1.04%14.42%7.38%504
10
B.F. SwordNegatron Cloak
D46.47%-1.10%14.12%6.43%439
11
Chain VestRecurve Bow
D46.38%-1.19%12.95%2.02%138
12
B.F. SwordB.F. Sword
B44.94%-2.63%14.61%2.61%178

Best Talon Artifact Items in TFT Set 17

The best Talon artifact item is Death's Defiance with a 66.67% win rate (+19.10% vs base), 16.10% first place rate, and 0.18% pick rate. The most popular is Evelynn's Instinct with a 0.44% pick rate and 46.67% win rate. The top three Talon artifact items are Death's Defiance, Yasuo's Bladework, and Evelynn's Instinct.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
C66.67%+19.10%16.10%0.18%12
F50.00%+2.43%7.75%0.15%10
D46.67%-0.90%10.84%0.44%30

Best Talon Radiant Items in TFT Set 17

The best Talon radiant item is Radiant Spear of Shojin with a 66.67% win rate (+19.10% vs base), 12.97% first place rate, and 0.26% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 0.70% pick rate and 50.00% win rate. Radiant Hextech Gunblade has the highest first place rate at 17.51%. The top three Talon radiant items are Radiant Spear of Shojin, Radiant Bloodthirster, and Radiant Edge of Night.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
D66.67%+19.10%12.97%0.26%18
D58.33%+10.76%10.78%0.18%12
D54.55%+6.98%14.64%0.16%11
4C50.00%+2.43%12.69%0.70%48
5B46.15%-1.42%16.80%0.19%13
6B36.36%-11.21%17.51%0.16%11

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Talon Set 17 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Talon's best build in Set 17?

The best Talon build in TFT Set 17 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 100.00% win rate and is picked 0.30% of the time. First place rate: 95.45%, avg placement: 1.05.

What is the best item for Talon?

Hextech Gunblade is the best item for Talon with a 66.09% win rate and 6.83% pick rate across 466 matches.

Which item is most popular on Talon?

Thief's Gloves is the most popular item on Talon with a 8.97% pick rate. It has a 62.42% win rate across 612 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Talon?

The top 3 items for Talon are Hextech Gunblade, Spear of Shojin, and Thief's Gloves. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Talon's kit.

How many matches do the Talon item builds have?

The Talon item build data is based on 4,518 matches analyzed in TFT Set 17. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Hextech Gunblade on Talon?

Hextech Gunblade is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 66.09% win rate on Talon.

What components should I prioritize for Talon in TFT Set 17?

Priority components for Talon are B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves, and Tear of the Goddess. These components build into Talon's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Talon in TFT?

On carousel for Talon TFT builds, prioritize B.F. Sword. These components are essential for Talon's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Talon in TFT Set 17?

Yes, Talon is a strong item holder with a 100.0% win rate when properly itemized. Talon should be a priority for your items in Talon comps.

Is Talon a good item holder in TFT Set 17?

Yes, Talon is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 47.6% to 100.0%. Talon scales well with items.

What is Talon's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 17?

Talon's top 4 rate when itemized is 72.4%. With proper items, Talon significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Talon emblem?

The best emblem for Talon is Timebreaker Emblem with a 75.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Timebreaker trait on Talon, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Talon radiant item?

The top radiant item for Talon is Radiant Spear of Shojin with a 66.67% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Talon artifact?

The best artifact for Talon is Infinity Force with a 77.78% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Talon's kit.