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3 CostBest Darius build for TFT Set 4 with 71.4% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Quicksilver, and Giant Slayer. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 4 Darius builds: Bloodthirster, Jeweled Gauntlet, Hand Of Justice (71.43% top four rate, +28.33% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Quicksilver, Hand Of Justice (60.00% top four rate, +16.90% difference); Jeweled Gauntlet, Titan's Resolve, Hand Of Justice (36.84% top four rate, -6.26% difference)
Darius Component Priority Order in Set 4
When playing Darius in TFT Set 4, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Needlessly Large Rod from the carousel and item drops. Negatron Cloak and Recurve Bow are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Darius'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 Darius?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Darius, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Quicksilver, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Darius's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Darius, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Bloodthirster, Edge of Night, which are core items for maximizing Darius's effectiveness.
Needlessly Large Rod is the 3rd priority component for Darius, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Jeweled Gauntlet, Rabadon's Deathcap, which are core items for maximizing Darius's effectiveness.
Darius Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Darius's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves or B.F. Sword 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 Darius's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Darius in Set 4
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Darius Itemization in Set 4
Darius's best item build provides +28.3% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
3 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
Even when itemized, Darius only achieves 4.89 average placement.
Darius is a 3-cost unit that can serve as either a primary carry or support depending on your composition.
Darius Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Darius itemization in TFT Set 4 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Darius has a base top four rate of 43.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Darius item build achieves a 71.4% top four rate, representing a +28.3% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, and 3 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Darius achieves 47.0% top four rate (+3.9% vs base) with 4.89 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Darius achieves a 10.8% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.
✓When to Itemize Darius
- When you find Darius 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 Darius's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Darius
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Darius Items in TFT Set 4
The best Darius item is Thief's Gloves with a 60.61% win rate (+17.51% vs base), 15.59% first place rate, and 3.12% pick rate. The most popular is Jeweled Gauntlet with a 15.33% pick rate and 47.53% win rate. Edge of Night has the highest first place rate at 15.75%. The top three Darius items are Thief's Gloves, Quicksilver, and Giant Slayer.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 60.61% | +17.51% | 15.59% | 3.12% | 33 | ||
 | B | 57.45% | +14.35% | 14.41% | 4.45% | 47 | ||
  | B | 48.48% | +5.38% | 13.80% | 3.12% | 33 | ||
| 4 | | B | 47.62% | +4.52% | 13.38% | 7.95% | 84 | |
| 5 |  | B | 47.53% | +4.43% | 13.94% | 15.33% | 162 | |
| 6 | | B | 47.37% | +4.27% | 14.47% | 3.60% | 38 | |
| 7 |  | B | 45.74% | +2.64% | 13.66% | 12.20% | 129 | |
| 8 |  | B | 44.44% | +1.34% | 15.75% | 2.55% | 27 | |
| 9 | | B | 41.25% | -1.85% | 13.98% | 7.57% | 80 | |
| 10 |  | B | 13.64% | -29.46% | 15.00% | 2.08% | 22 |
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Darius Set 4 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Darius's best build in Set 4?
The best Darius build in TFT Set 4 features Bloodthirster, Jeweled Gauntlet, and Hand Of Justice as core items. This build has a 71.43% win rate and is picked 1.19% of the time. First place rate: 28.57%, avg placement: 3.71.
What is the best item for Darius?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Darius with a 60.61% win rate and 3.12% pick rate across 33 matches.
Which item is most popular on Darius?
Jeweled Gauntlet is the most popular item on Darius with a 15.33% pick rate. It has a 47.53% win rate across 162 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Darius?
The top 3 items for Darius are Thief's Gloves, Quicksilver, and Giant Slayer. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Darius's kit.
How many matches do the Darius item builds have?
The Darius item build data is based on 655 matches analyzed in TFT Set 4. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Darius?
Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 60.61% win rate on Darius.
What components should I prioritize for Darius in TFT Set 4?
Priority components for Darius are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Needlessly Large Rod. These components build into Darius's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Darius in TFT?
On carousel for Darius TFT builds, prioritize Sparring Gloves. These components are essential for Darius's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Darius in TFT Set 4?
Yes, Darius is a strong item holder with a 71.4% win rate when properly itemized. Darius should be a priority for your items in Darius comps.
Is Darius a good item holder in TFT Set 4?
Yes, Darius is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 43.1% to 71.4%. Darius scales well with items.
What is Darius's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 4?
Darius's top 4 rate when itemized is 47.0%. With proper items, Darius matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Darius emblem?
The best emblem for Darius is Assassin Emblem with a 80.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Assassin trait on Darius, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Darius radiant item?
The top radiant item for Darius is Radiant Hand of Justice with a 50.00% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Darius artifact?
The best artifact for Darius is Seeker's Armguard with a 0.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Darius's kit.