Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 4 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Swain TFT champion portrait - Set 4
Avg Place
3.43
1st Place
15.3%
Top 4
69.6%
Pick Rate
0.3%

SwainTFT Stats

Set 4
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Transform into dragon form for 6 seconds, gaining 60/65/100% max Health and dealing (+ap) magic damage each second to enemies within 3/3/5 hexes.

While in dragon form, breathe fire in a cone in front every 2 seconds, dealing 175/350/5000 (+ap) magic damage, burning enemies for 20% of their max Health as true damage over 10 seconds, and Wounding them for the duration.

Wound: Reduce healing received by 33%

OverviewBuildEmblemsTraitsCompsTiers
Swain has a Very Low contested risk with a 0.27% pick rate. This unit is rarely contested - you should easily find copies to upgrade without competition.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 91% of team compositions, Swain is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 5-cost unit, Swain brings strong late-game utility to your team.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Uncontested
Skip Items
Not Flexible
Level 9+
5-Cost
Below Avg
Role
Swain is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Find Swain by leveling to 9+. This 5-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Flexibility
Swain is not flexible and typically only fits into few specific team compositions. Only commit to this unit when you have a clear path to its optimal comp.
Traits
Swain activates Dragonsoul, Syphoner. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 4 Swain Stats

  • Swain health Health:1000
  • Swain mana Mana:60
  • Swain armor Armor:70
  • Swain magic resistance MR:70
  • Swain attack damage AD:60
  • Swain attack speed AS:0.65
  • Swain attack range Attack Range:2
  • Swain critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Swain performance analysis shows exceptional average placement (93th percentile) and exceptional win rate (90th percentile). Swain's six key metrics: win rate (90th percentile), popularity (31th percentile), average placement (93th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Swain

Swain is a 5-cost champion in TFT Set 4 with a 69.6% win rate and 3.43 average placement. Swain has a 0.3% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 69.6% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Excellent 3.43 average placement for consistent top 4
  • Premium 5-cost unit with powerful late-game impact

Weaknesses

  • Lower pick rate suggests niche usage scenarios
  • High 5-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

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

2

Itemization

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

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Swain with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Swain Set 4 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Swain good in TFT Set 4?

Swain is currently a S-tier champion with a 69.63% win rate and 3.43 average placement in TFT Set 4. This makes Swain a top-tier pick that ranks 6th among 8 5-cost champions. Swain activates the Dragonsoul and Syphoner traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Swain in TFT?

The best items for Swain in TFT Set 4 are Crownguard (89.8% win rate), Protector's Vow (84.0% win rate) and Ionic Spark (81.9% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage and Warmog's Armor, achieving a 93.3% top 4 rate. Visit the Swain Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Swain in TFT Set 4?

Composition data for Swain is being collected. Visit the Swain Comps page for the latest team compositions.

Is Swain a carry or support in TFT?

Swain is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 4. As a 5-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Swain your best items, ideally Gargoyle Stoneplate, Spirit Visage and Warmog's Armor. Level up to find Swain and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Swain in TFT?

Swain has the highest shop odds at level 10 with a 15.63% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 5-cost unit, prioritize leveling to 9+ before rolling to maximize your odds of finding Swain.

What traits does Swain have in TFT Set 4?

Swain has the Dragonsoul and Syphoner traits in TFT Set 4. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Swain Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Swain compare to other 5-cost units?

Swain ranks 6th out of 8 5-cost champions in win rate (69.63%) in TFT Set 4. With a 0.27% pick rate and 3.43 average placement, Swain is a situational 5-cost option. Similar 5-cost alternatives include Samira, Sett and Zilean.

Is Swain contested in TFT Set 4?

Swain has a low pick rate of 0.27% in TFT Set 4, meaning it is rarely contested. You should be able to find copies of Swain without much competition from other players.

See Also

Swain BuildSwain CompsTFT ChampionsTFT CompsTFT Items