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.
Avg Place
3.97
1st Place
13.1%
Top 4
60.0%
TalonTFT Build
Set 4
S
4 Cost
4 CostSetSet 17
Matches115,344
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedAug 16, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology
AuthorDakota Chinnick
Best Talon build for TFT Set 4 with 65.6% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, and Deathblade. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
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Set 4 Talon builds: 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); Edge of Night, Infinity Edge, Hand Of Justice (64.41% top four rate, +4.42% difference)
Average Placement:3.38
Top 4 Rate:65.63%
Top 4 Diff:+5.63%
First Place Rate:25.00%
Pick Rate:1.67%
Average Placement:3.48
Top 4 Rate:65.22%
Top 4 Diff:+5.23%
First Place Rate:13.04%
Pick Rate:1.20%
Average Placement:3.63
Top 4 Rate:64.41%
Top 4 Diff:+4.42%
First Place Rate:16.95%
Pick Rate:3.09%
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.
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Sparring GlovesFound in 7 builds
2
B.F. SwordFound in 6 builds
3
Negatron CloakFound in 2 builds
4
Recurve BowFound in 4 builds
5
Giant's BeltFound in 1 builds
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 Bloodthirster, Quicksilver, 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
RecommendedTalon is a solid itemization choice in Set 4. With optimal items, Talon achieves up to +5.6% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 60.0%. While not the highest-scaling carry, itemizing Talon provides meaningful performance gains.
When Itemized (Avg)
Top 4 Rate59.8%
Top 4 Diff vs Base-0.2%
Average Placement3.75
First Place Rate17.7%
Base Champion Stats
Base Top 4 Rate60.0%
Best Build Diff+5.6%
Champion Cost4-cost
Builds Analyzed4
Key Factors for Talon Itemization in Set 4
Good Item Scaling
Talon's optimal items provide +5.6% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.
High First Place Potential
Itemized Talon achieves 17.7% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
High-Cost Carry Design
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 4 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 65.6% top four rate, representing a +5.6% difference from the base rate. 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 59.8% top four rate (-0.2% vs base) with 3.75 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Talon achieves a 17.7% 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 Talon fits naturally into your composition's traits
- When you have item components that build Talon's best items
- When Talon is your primary late-game carry option
✗When NOT to Itemize Talon
- When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
- When Talon's optimal items don't match your available components
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), 15.82% 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. Striker's Flail has the highest first place rate at 16.21%. 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% | 15.82% | 2.63% | 95 | ||
 | A | 74.58% | +14.59% | 14.88% | 3.27% | 118 | ||
 | A | 69.04% | +9.05% | 15.41% | 10.12% | 365 | ||
| 4 |  | S | 74.67% | +14.68% | 16.21% | 2.08% | 75 | |
| 5 |  | B | 68.77% | +8.78% | 14.11% | 7.46% | 269 | |
| 6 | | A | 69.32% | +9.33% | 15.67% | 4.88% | 176 | |
| 7 | | B | 63.98% | +3.99% | 14.54% | 14.08% | 508 | |
| 8 |  | A | 63.18% | +3.19% | 14.53% | 11.67% | 421 | |
| 9 |  | A | 64.63% | +4.64% | 15.80% | 4.55% | 164 | |
| 10 | | A | 60.94% | +0.95% | 14.79% | 6.46% | 233 | |
| 11 |  | C | 59.13% | -0.86% | 12.86% | 3.19% | 115 | |
| 12 | | B | 52.08% | -7.91% | 13.12% | 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), 14.34% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 94.44% | +34.45% | 14.34% | 0.50% | 18 | ||
| C | 90.91% | +30.92% | 11.98% | 0.61% | 22 | ||
| C | 64.71% | +4.72% | 12.47% | 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), 16.22% 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| F | 81.82% | +21.83% | 16.22% | 0.30% | 11 | ||
| C | 80.00% | +20.01% | 18.75% | 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 Edge of Night, Infinity Edge, and Quicksilver as core items. This build has a 65.63% win rate and is picked 1.67% of the time. First place rate: 25.00%, avg placement: 3.38.
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 65.6% 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 65.6%. 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 59.8%. With proper items, Talon matches 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.
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