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.
Xayah TFT champion portrait - Set 4
Avg Place
3.91
1st Place
13.4%
Top 4
61.4%
Pick Rate
0.4%

XayahTFT Build

Set 4
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 4, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Xayah build for TFT Set 4 with 62.1% top 4 rate. Top items: Striker's Flail, Thief's Gloves, and Blue Buff. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.

Set 4 Xayah builds: Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Spear of Shojin (62.07% top four rate, +0.71% difference); Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge (60.00% top four rate, -1.36% difference); Infinity Edge, Giant Slayer, Spear of Shojin (57.14% top four rate, -4.22% difference)

Average Placement:3.83
Top 4 Rate:62.07%
Top 4 Diff:+0.71%
First Place Rate:0.00%
Pick Rate:1.00%
Average Placement:3.27
Top 4 Rate:60.00%
Top 4 Diff:-1.36%
First Place Rate:26.67%
Pick Rate:0.52%
Average Placement:3.81
Top 4 Rate:57.14%
Top 4 Diff:-4.22%
First Place Rate:14.29%
Pick Rate:0.73%

Xayah Component Priority Order in Set 4

When playing Xayah in TFT Set 4, prioritize collecting Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow, Tear of the Goddess from the carousel and item drops. B.F. Sword and Giant's Belt are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Xayah'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.

1
Sparring Gloves - Priority 1 component for Xayah in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 6 builds
2
Recurve Bow - Priority 2 component for Xayah in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 6 builds
3
Tear of the Goddess - Priority 3 component for Xayah in TFT
Tear of the GoddessFound in 4 builds
4
B.F. Sword - Priority 4 component for Xayah in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 5 builds
5
Giant's Belt - Priority 5 component for Xayah in TFT
Giant's BeltFound in 1 builds

Why These Components for Xayah?

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 1st priority component for Xayah, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Striker's Flail, Thief's Gloves, Hand Of Justice, which are core items for maximizing Xayah's effectiveness.

Recurve Bow

Recurve Bow is the 2nd priority component for Xayah, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Kraken's Fury, Red Buff, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Xayah's effectiveness.

Tear of the Goddess

Tear of the Goddess is the 3rd priority component for Xayah, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Blue Buff, Hand Of Justice, Spear of Shojin, which are core items for maximizing Xayah's effectiveness.

Xayah Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Sparring Gloves on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Xayah's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Sparring Gloves or Recurve Bow 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 Xayah's secondary items for maximum power.

Should You Itemize Xayah in Set 4

Low PriorityXayah has low itemization priority in Set 4. Even with optimal items, Xayah only achieves +0.7% top four rate improvement over the base rate of 61.4%. Consider using Xayah as a support unit or item holder for a stronger carry.

When Itemized (Avg)

Top 4 Rate56.0%
Top 4 Diff vs Base-5.4%
Average Placement3.83
First Place Rate14.4%

Base Champion Stats

Base Top 4 Rate61.4%
Best Build Diff+0.7%
Champion Cost4-cost
Builds Analyzed5

Key Factors for Xayah Itemization in Set 4

Minimal Item Benefit

Even Xayah's best item build only provides +0.7% improvement, suggesting items have limited impact on this champion.

Most Builds Underperform

4 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.

High-Cost Carry Design

As a 4-cost champion, Xayah has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.

Xayah Itemization Data Analysis

Our analysis of Xayah itemization in TFT Set 4 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Xayah has a base top four rate of 61.4%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.

The best Xayah item build achieves a 62.1% top four rate, representing a +0.7% difference from the base rate. 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 4 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Xayah achieves 56.0% top four rate (-5.4% vs base) with 3.83 average placement.

For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Xayah achieves a 14.4% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.

When to Itemize Xayah

  • When Xayah's perfect items naturally come together
  • When your primary carry options aren't hitting
  • As a temporary item holder before transitioning to a stronger carry

When NOT to Itemize Xayah

  • When you have a clear path to a higher-scaling carry
  • When the lobby is heavily contesting Xayah

Best Xayah Items in TFT Set 4

The best Xayah item is Striker's Flail with a 78.91% win rate (+17.55% vs base), 16.26% first place rate, and 2.80% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Edge with a 13.34% pick rate and 62.91% win rate. Red Buff has the highest first place rate at 17.24%. The top three Xayah items are Striker's Flail, Thief's Gloves, and Blue Buff.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
Giant's BeltSparring Gloves
A78.91%+17.55%16.26%2.80%147
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
A76.85%+15.49%15.84%2.06%108
Tear of the GoddessTear of the Goddess
C73.10%+11.74%13.41%2.76%145
4
Negatron CloakRecurve Bow
B72.62%+11.26%14.61%3.20%168
5
Recurve BowRecurve Bow
A70.75%+9.39%17.24%4.03%212
6
B.F. SwordB.F. Sword
B67.94%+6.58%15.77%4.99%262
7
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
B67.72%+6.36%14.23%3.01%158
8
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B66.28%+4.92%14.69%6.55%344
9
Recurve BowSparring Gloves
B65.50%+4.14%16.44%7.61%400
10
Recurve BowNeedlessly Large Rod
D65.09%+3.73%13.13%10.47%550
11
B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
C62.91%+1.55%14.47%13.34%701
12
B.F. SwordTear of the Goddess
C61.71%+0.35%14.87%9.59%504

Best Xayah Artifact Items in TFT Set 4

The best Xayah artifact item is Statikk Shiv with a 100.00% win rate (+38.64% vs base), 13.61% first place rate, and 0.51% pick rate. The most popular is Flickerblades with a 0.84% pick rate and 68.18% win rate. Gold Collector has the highest first place rate at 15.85%. The top three Xayah artifact items are Statikk Shiv, Infinity Force, and Fishbones.

Rank
Item
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
C100.00%+38.64%13.61%0.51%27
C92.59%+31.23%14.09%0.51%27
C90.32%+28.96%13.78%0.59%31
4D90.00%+28.64%14.08%0.19%10
5C86.67%+25.31%13.52%0.29%15
6C85.71%+24.35%13.83%0.40%21
7B84.62%+23.26%15.85%0.49%26
8F78.79%+17.43%10.77%0.63%33
9D68.18%+6.82%11.64%0.84%44
10D61.54%+0.18%10.84%0.25%13
11C46.15%-15.21%14.00%0.25%13

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Xayah Set 4 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is Xayah's best build in Set 4?

The best Xayah build in TFT Set 4 features Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, and Spear of Shojin as core items. This build has a 62.07% win rate and is picked 1.00% of the time. First place rate: 0.00%, avg placement: 3.83.

What is the best item for Xayah?

Striker's Flail is the best item for Xayah with a 78.91% win rate and 2.80% pick rate across 147 matches.

Which item is most popular on Xayah?

Infinity Edge is the most popular item on Xayah with a 13.34% pick rate. It has a 62.91% win rate across 701 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Xayah?

The top 3 items for Xayah are Striker's Flail, Thief's Gloves, and Blue Buff. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Xayah's kit.

How many matches do the Xayah item builds have?

The Xayah item build data is based on 3,699 matches analyzed in TFT Set 4. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Striker's Flail on Xayah?

Striker's Flail is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 78.91% win rate on Xayah.

What components should I prioritize for Xayah in TFT Set 4?

Priority components for Xayah are Sparring Gloves, Recurve Bow, and B.F. Sword. These components build into Xayah's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.

What should I pick on carousel for Xayah in TFT?

On carousel for Xayah TFT builds, prioritize Sparring Gloves. These components are essential for Xayah's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

Should I itemize Xayah in TFT Set 4?

Xayah is typically not a primary item holder. Consider putting items on your main carry instead, using Xayah for their traits and utility.

Is Xayah a good item holder in TFT Set 4?

Xayah is not a primary item holder. Items only marginally improve their performance. It's better to use Xayah for their traits and give items to dedicated carries.

What is Xayah's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 4?

Xayah's top 4 rate when itemized is 56.0%. With proper items, Xayah falls below the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.

What is the best Xayah emblem?

The best emblem for Xayah is Enlightened Emblem with a 100.00% win rate. This emblem activates the Enlightened trait on Xayah, providing additional bonuses.

What is the top Xayah radiant item?

The top radiant item for Xayah is Radiant Thief's Gloves with a 83.33% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.

What is the best Xayah artifact?

The best artifact for Xayah is Death's Defiance with a 100.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Xayah's kit.