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1 CostBest Nasus build for TFT Set 4 with 57.1% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Protector's Vow, and Steadfast Heart. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 4 Nasus builds: Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage, Warmog's Armor (57.14% top four rate, +12.04% difference); Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape, Warmog's Armor (50.00% top four rate, +4.90% difference); Archangel's Staff, Bloodthirster, Titan's Resolve (46.43% top four rate, +1.33% difference)
Nasus Component Priority Order in Set 4
When playing Nasus in TFT Set 4, prioritize collecting Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, Sparring Gloves from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and Tear of the Goddess are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Nasus'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 Nasus?
Chain Vest is the 1st priority component for Nasus, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Protector's Vow, Steadfast Heart, Bramble Vest, which are core items for maximizing Nasus's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 2nd priority component for Nasus, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Dragon's Claw, Evenshroud, Ionic Spark, which are core items for maximizing Nasus's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Nasus, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Steadfast Heart, which are core items for maximizing Nasus's effectiveness.
Nasus Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Nasus's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Chain Vest or Negatron Cloak 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 Nasus's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Nasus in Set 4
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Nasus Itemization in Set 4
Nasus's best item build provides +12.0% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Even when itemized, Nasus only achieves 4.71 average placement.
As a 1-cost champion, Nasus is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Nasus Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Nasus itemization in TFT Set 4 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Nasus has a base top four rate of 45.1%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Nasus item build achieves a 57.1% top four rate, representing a +12.0% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 3 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Nasus achieves 47.8% top four rate (+2.7% vs base) with 4.71 average placement.
Itemized Nasus has a 8.0% first place rate, suggesting the champion is better suited for consistent top four finishes rather than winning lobbies outright.
✓When to Itemize Nasus
- When you find Nasus 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 Nasus's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Nasus through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Nasus
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Nasus Items in TFT Set 4
The best Nasus item is Thief's Gloves with a 54.70% win rate (+9.60% vs base), 15.95% first place rate, and 3.52% pick rate. The most popular is Warmog's Armor with a 9.64% pick rate and 44.35% win rate. Evenshroud has the highest first place rate at 16.74%. The top three Nasus items are Thief's Gloves, Protector's Vow, and Steadfast Heart.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 54.70% | +9.60% | 15.95% | 3.52% | 287 | ||
  | B | 53.81% | +8.71% | 16.04% | 2.41% | 197 | ||
| B | 51.27% | +6.17% | 15.39% | 3.37% | 275 | ||
| 4 | | B | 50.86% | +5.76% | 15.12% | 4.29% | 350 | |
| 5 |  | B | 48.81% | +3.71% | 14.91% | 4.64% | 379 | |
| 6 |  | A | 47.78% | +2.68% | 16.74% | 2.21% | 180 | |
| 7 |  | A | 46.89% | +1.79% | 16.01% | 2.56% | 209 | |
| 8 | | B | 46.10% | +1.00% | 14.73% | 8.32% | 679 | |
| 9 | | B | 44.35% | -0.75% | 13.98% | 9.64% | 787 | |
| 10 |  | B | 44.10% | -1.00% | 14.15% | 2.81% | 229 | |
| 11 | | B | 44.05% | -1.05% | 13.96% | 2.06% | 168 | |
| 12 | | B | 42.91% | -2.19% | 14.34% | 9.59% | 783 | |
| 13 |  | B | 42.86% | -2.24% | 14.76% | 2.66% | 217 | |
| 14 | | B | 38.35% | -6.75% | 13.48% | 9.04% | 738 |
Best Nasus Artifact Items in TFT Set 4
The best Nasus artifact item is Lightshield Crest with a 79.17% win rate (+34.07% vs base), 22.39% first place rate, and 0.29% pick rate. The most popular is Aegis of Dawn with a 0.34% pick rate and 60.71% win rate. The top three Nasus artifact items are Lightshield Crest, Aegis of Dawn, and The Indomitable.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| A | 79.17% | +34.07% | 22.39% | 0.29% | 24 | ||
| A | 60.71% | +15.61% | 19.59% | 0.34% | 28 | ||
| A | 54.55% | +9.45% | 21.87% | 0.13% | 11 | ||
| 4 | A | 54.55% | +9.45% | 20.97% | 0.13% | 11 | |
| 5 | A | 47.83% | +2.73% | 19.08% | 0.28% | 23 | |
| 6 | A | 47.62% | +2.52% | 21.15% | 0.26% | 21 | |
| 7 | A | 40.91% | -4.19% | 17.75% | 0.27% | 22 | |
| 8 | A | 37.50% | -7.60% | 17.83% | 0.20% | 16 | |
| 9 | A | 18.75% | -26.35% | 20.22% | 0.20% | 16 |
Best Nasus Radiant Items in TFT Set 4
The best Nasus radiant item is Radiant Gargoyle Stoneplate with a 40.00% win rate (-5.10% vs base), 14.33% first place rate, and 0.12% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Spirit Visage with a 0.18% pick rate and 26.67% win rate. Radiant Spirit Visage has the highest first place rate at 16.44%. The top three Nasus radiant items are Radiant Gargoyle Stoneplate, Radiant Dragon's Claw, and Radiant Spirit Visage.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 40.00% | -5.10% | 14.33% | 0.12% | 10 | ||
| B | 27.27% | -17.83% | 13.79% | 0.13% | 11 | ||
| B | 26.67% | -18.43% | 16.44% | 0.18% | 15 |
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Nasus Set 4 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nasus's best build in Set 4?
The best Nasus build in Set 4 is Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage, and Warmog's Armor with a 57.14% top four rate, 9.52% first place rate, and 4.24 average placement. This build is picked 0.25% of the time.
What is the best item for Nasus?
The best item for Nasus is Thief's Gloves with a 54.70% win rate. This item is picked 3.52% of the time and has won 157 matches across 287 games.
Which item is most popular on Nasus?
Warmog's Armor is the most popular item on Nasus with a 9.64% pick rate. This item maintains a 44.35% win rate and has been used in 787 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Nasus?
The top 3 items for Nasus are Thief's Gloves, Protector's Vow, and Steadfast Heart with an average win rate of 53.26%. These items provide the highest performance across different team compositions and game situations.
How many matches do the Nasus item builds have?
The Nasus item builds are based on 5,680 total matches. Thief's Gloves has the most wins with 157 victories.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Nasus?
While Thief's Gloves has the highest win rate at 54.70%, the best Nasus build depends on your team composition, available components, and game situation. Consider Thief's Gloves, Protector's Vow, and Steadfast Heart as strong alternatives based on what items you can build.
What components should I prioritize for Nasus in TFT Set 4?
The top components to prioritize for Nasus in Set 4 are Chain Vest, Negatron Cloak, and Giant's Belt. These components appear most frequently in Nasus's highest win rate item builds. Chain Vest is the #1 priority component, appearing in 7 of Nasus's top item builds.
What should I pick on carousel for Nasus in TFT?
When playing Nasus in TFT Set 4, prioritize Chain Vest on the first carousel as it builds into Nasus's best-in-slot items. Secondary priorities include Negatron Cloak and Giant's Belt. These components give you the flexibility to build Nasus's optimal items.
Should I itemize Nasus in TFT Set 4?
Nasus is a high priority itemization target in TFT Set 4. Nasus's best item build achieves a +12.0% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 45.1%. Proper itemization significantly boosts performance.
Is Nasus a good item holder in TFT Set 4?
Nasus is an excellent item holder and primary carry in TFT Set 4. With optimal items, Nasus achieves +12.0% top four rate improvement, making it worthwhile to commit items to this champion.
What is Nasus's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 4?
When properly itemized, Nasus achieves an average top four rate of 47.8% in TFT Set 4, which is +2.7% compared to the base rate of 45.1%. The best Nasus item build reaches 57.1% top four rate with a 4.24 average placement.
What is the best Nasus emblem?
The best Nasus emblem is Vanguard Emblem with a 58.18% win rate. This emblem is picked 0.67% of the time and has been used in 55 matches.
What is the top Nasus radiant item?
The top Nasus radiant item is Radiant Sunfire Cape with a 62.50% win rate. This radiant item is picked 0.10% of the time and has been used in 8 matches.
What is the best Nasus artifact?
The best Nasus artifact is Silvermere Dawn with a 100.00% win rate. This artifact item is picked 0.07% of the time and has been used in 6 matches.