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4 CostBest Talon build for TFT Set 4 with 100.0% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, and Deathblade. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 4 Talon builds: Thief's Gloves (100.00% top four rate, +40.01% difference); Edge of Night, Infinity Edge, Quicksilver (65.63% top four rate, +5.63% difference); Edge of Night, Giant Slayer, Hand Of Justice (65.22% top four rate, +5.23% difference)
Talon Component Priority Order in Set 4
When playing Talon in TFT Set 4, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Negatron Cloak from the carousel and item drops. Recurve Bow 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.
Why These Components for Talon?
Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Talon, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, Quicksilver, which are core items for maximizing Talon's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Talon, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Deathblade, Edge of Night, Bloodthirster, which are core items for maximizing Talon's effectiveness.
Negatron Cloak is the 3rd priority component for Talon, appearing in 2 of the top item builds. This component builds into Quicksilver, Bloodthirster, which are core items for maximizing Talon's effectiveness.
Talon Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Talon'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 Talon's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Talon in Set 4
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Talon Itemization in Set 4
Talon's best item build provides +40.0% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Itemized Talon achieves 3.20 average placement, consistently finishing in top positions.
Itemized Talon achieves 34.2% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 4-cost champion, Talon has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Talon Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Talon itemization in TFT Set 4 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Talon has a base top four rate of 60.0%, 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 +40.0% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Talon achieves 67.8% top four rate (+7.9% vs base) with 3.20 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Talon achieves a 34.2% 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 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 4
The best Talon item is Thief's Gloves with a 76.84% win rate (+16.85% vs base), 15.84% first place rate, and 2.63% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Edge with a 14.08% pick rate and 63.98% win rate. Last Whisper has the highest first place rate at 16.44%. The top three Talon items are Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, and Deathblade.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | A | 76.84% | +16.85% | 15.84% | 2.63% | 95 | ||
 | A | 74.67% | +14.68% | 16.26% | 2.08% | 75 | ||
 | B | 74.58% | +14.59% | 15.77% | 3.27% | 118 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 69.32% | +9.33% | 14.53% | 4.88% | 176 | |
| 5 |  | A | 69.04% | +9.05% | 15.85% | 10.12% | 365 | |
| 6 | | C | 68.77% | +8.78% | 13.81% | 7.46% | 269 | |
| 7 |  | B | 64.63% | +4.64% | 16.44% | 4.55% | 164 | |
| 8 | | C | 63.98% | +3.99% | 14.47% | 14.08% | 508 | |
| 9 |  | B | 63.18% | +3.19% | 14.23% | 11.67% | 421 | |
| 10 | | B | 60.94% | +0.95% | 14.69% | 6.46% | 233 | |
| 11 |  | D | 59.13% | -0.86% | 13.13% | 3.19% | 115 | |
| 12 | | C | 52.08% | -7.91% | 13.82% | 2.66% | 96 |
Best Talon Artifact Items in TFT Set 4
The best Talon artifact item is Death's Defiance with a 94.44% win rate (+34.45% vs base), 15.85% first place rate, and 0.50% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Force with a 0.61% pick rate and 90.91% win rate. The top three Talon artifact items are Death's Defiance, Infinity Force, and Prowler's Claw.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 94.44% | +34.45% | 15.85% | 0.50% | 18 | ||
| C | 90.91% | +30.92% | 14.09% | 0.61% | 22 | ||
| C | 64.71% | +4.72% | 13.73% | 0.47% | 17 |
Best Talon Radiant Items in TFT Set 4
The best Talon radiant item is Radiant Hand of Justice with a 81.82% win rate (+21.83% vs base), 10.17% first place rate, and 0.30% pick rate. The top three Talon radiant items are Radiant Hand of Justice and Radiant Infinity Edge.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 81.82% | +21.83% | 10.17% | 0.30% | 11 | ||
| D | 80.00% | +20.01% | 13.61% | 0.28% | 10 |
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Talon Set 4 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Talon's best build in Set 4?
The best Talon build in TFT Set 4 features Thief's Gloves as core items. This build has a 100.00% win rate and is picked 0.84% of the time. First place rate: 100.00%, avg placement: 1.00.
What is the best item for Talon?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Talon with a 76.84% win rate and 2.63% pick rate across 95 matches.
Which item is most popular on Talon?
Infinity Edge is the most popular item on Talon with a 14.08% pick rate. It has a 63.98% win rate across 508 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Talon?
The top 3 items for Talon are Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, and Deathblade. 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 2,635 matches analyzed in TFT Set 4. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Talon?
Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 76.84% win rate on Talon.
What components should I prioritize for Talon in TFT Set 4?
Priority components for Talon are Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, and Recurve Bow. 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 Sparring Gloves. These components are essential for Talon's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Talon in TFT Set 4?
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 4?
Yes, Talon is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 60.0% to 100.0%. Talon scales well with items.
What is Talon's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 4?
Talon's top 4 rate when itemized is 67.8%. 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 Spirit Emblem with a 80.65% win rate. This emblem activates the Spirit trait on Talon, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Talon radiant item?
The top radiant item for Talon is Radiant Edge of Night with a 85.71% 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 Death's Defiance with a 94.44% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Talon's kit.