May 08, 2026 Rank-Up Secret: High-Cost and Reroll Compositions Are Equally Strong, Gragas Miss Fortune Become New Favorites.
Applicable Versions: 17.2A, S17, S16.8, Chosen Fortune This issue recommends: In TFT Patch 17.2A, Magician Miss Fortune, Dark Star, and Jax Exclusive firmly hold T0 spots, with Nova Nine-Five, Armored Teemo, Nami Flex, and Gragas Exclusive closely following. High-cost standard and reroll compositions are equally strong, creating a diverse meta. Additionally, the S16.8 Demacia Freljord system and Chosen Fortune's Million HP Zilean and Irelia remain powerful tools for climbing.
League of Legends Legends (S17)
Difficulty to Form: Very Easy | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Teemo | Main Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Giant Slayer、Hextech Gunblade | Rabadon's Deathcap、Quicksilver |
| Lissandra | Secondary Carry | Void Staff、Morellonomicon、Spear of Shojin | |
| Leona | Main Tank | Double Plate Armor、Warmog's Armor | Sunfire Cape、Spirit Visage、Heartsteel |
| Nunu | Secondary Tank | Crownguard、Frozen Heart、Evenshroud | Traditional Tank Items |
Operational Strategy
The comp mainly revolves around 4 1-cost units like Teemo to form 6 Armored units, culminating at level nine. It forms quickly, centered around 1-cost Teemo, 1-cost Leona and other low-cost units easily reaching 3-star. Early game transition is smooth, and after 3-star Teemo is completed in the mid-game, it has strong blood-stabilization capabilities. The frontline has Armored units tanking damage, while Teemo stacks poison crazily in the backline, and Lissandra seizes the opportunity to deal AoE damage. Can be played if you get lucky with starting units or have a Guinsoo's Rageblade component. Use system units Teemo, Leona, Nasus, Lissandra, and Mordekaiser for temporary strength. Don't actively level up early. Then at level 4 (after finishing wolves at 3-1), do a big reroll (around 30 gold remaining) to get Teemo, Leona, and Lissandra to 2-star overall. Prioritize crafting core damage items for Teemo. After Teemo and Leona are 3-star, you can level up. At level 7, add Zoe and Illaoi to activate the 3 Shepherd + 4 Armored + 2 Oracle + 2 Judge traits. Then you can do a small reroll for quality to stabilize HP. For Judge effects, prioritize Star Level / Deal 10 damage / Every 4 seconds / Spend 50 mana: Gain resistances or health. Level 8 priority is flexible. Prioritize adding Nami to get 3 Space Groove for stabilized combat power. If Blitzcrank comes easily, you can also go for 6 Armored units directly for transition (you can remove Judge to prioritize 6 Armored). If you have a significant advantage later, go to level 9 and add Nunu and Blitzcrank for quality, or add Judge or Bard. Frontline Armored units tank damage, while Teemo stacks poison crazily in the backline.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Leona | Main Tank | Sunfire Cape、Gargoyle Stoneplate、Dragon's Claw | Redemption、Warmog's Armor |
| LeBlanc | Main Carry | Blue Buff、Jeweled Gauntlet、Morellonomicon | Spear of Shojin、Rabadon's Deathcap |
| Illaoi | Secondary Tank/Support | Spirit Visage、Ionic Spark | Locket of the Iron Solari、Titan's Resolve |
Operational Strategy
This comp features Leona as the main tank, forming a solid frontline through powerful Armored and Judge traits. It is supplemented by LeBlanc as the main carry for damage output, while utilizing runes and items to maximize Leona's tankiness and crowd control, with the goal of charging into the backline and directly targeting enemy carries. At level 5, use Leona, Nasus, Mordekaiser, Zoe, Illaoi to quickly activate the Armored and Judge traits. Prioritize crafting tank items for Leona, such as Sunfire Cape. Quickly upgrade low-cost units to 2-star, stabilize HP, and ensure a healthy economy. At level 7, add Ivern, LeBlanc, Nunu to complete the 3 Judge 3 Shepherd traits, significantly improving sustain and output. Level up as quickly as economy allows to search for key champions. Distribute damage items to LeBlanc, such as Blue Buff and Jeweled Gauntlet. At level 8, add Karma to maximize trait effects. Further optimize items for the main carry and main tank based on the game situation, aiming for perfect items. Observe opponent positioning, adjust Leona's charge direction and LeBlanc's output position to avoid being instantly killed.
Difficulty to Form: Easy to form | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | LP Stealing Comp
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Twisted Fate | Main Carry | Nashor's Tooth、Nashor's Tooth、Rabadon's Deathcap | Spear of Shojin、Archangel's Staff、Hextech Gunblade |
| Caitlyn | Secondary Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Infinity Edge、Giant Slayer | Red Buff、Kraken Slayer |
| Jax | Main Tank | Dragon's Claw、Crownguard、Frozen Heart | Steadfast Heart、Warmog's Armor、Spirit Visage |
| Aatrox | Secondary Tank | Sunfire Cape | Warmog's Armor、Spirit Visage、Dragon's Claw |
| Morgana | Support | Jeweled Lotus、Bloodthirster、Archangel's Staff、Edge of Night | Thief's Gloves |
| Talon | Additional Damage | Edge of Night、Hextech Gunblade、Spear of Shojin、Sterak's Gage | Thief's Gloves |
Operational Strategy
This comp is a patchwork comp formed by 3 Stargazers. It uses Stargazer crests to chase multiple 3-star units for high bonus damage. Caitlyn and Twisted Fate deal high single-target damage, making it an incredibly powerful low-cost reroll comp. In the early game, only keep key system units: Caitlyn, Twisted Fate, Jax, Aatrox, Talon, and don't add unnecessary filler units. Don't rush to level up at the start, safely save economy; at level 4, do a small reroll to get 1-cost units to 2-star to stabilize HP; at level 5, slow roll for interest, prioritizing 3-star Caitlyn and Twisted Fate. After level 6, focus on chasing 3-star Jax. Aatrox and Talon don't need to be actively rerolled; if you get many copies, chase them alongside. At level 7 (around 5-1), you can add 2 Future Warriors (Pantheon/ Riven, Milio) or add Kayn. Prioritize recommended Deities: Varus provides mini Neeko and Tiny Replicator, making it easier to chase 3-stars. Yasuo provides Buff Hexes, such as Attack Speed, Healing, Mana Regeneration. Kayle provides items. Ekko can turn jungle monsters into Scuttle Crabs, providing more items.
Difficulty to Form: Easy | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Lulu | Main Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Spear of Shojin、Archangel's Staff | |
| Maokai | Main Tank | Warmog's Armor、Dragon's Claw、Ionic Spark | |
| Rhaast | Secondary Carry | Hand of Justice、Titan's Resolve、Bloodthirster | (with exclusive Hextech) |
| Pantheon | Leftover Tank Items、Components |
Operational Strategy
This comp centers around Stargazer Plunderer Lulu, using Lulu's "Gold Rain" ability for infinite gold generation, economically crushing opponents, and easily chasing multiple 3-star 5-cost champions in the late game. Early game, use 2 Future Warriors with 2 Fortress to activate 2 Weaver for transition, prioritizing crafting Guinsoo's Rageblade and Spear of Shojin for Lulu. Level to 6 at 3-2, save gold to level to 7. At level 7, slow roll for interest to find 3-star Lulu. It's best to chase 3-4 3-star units for the comp overall. After getting 3-star Lulu, use her gold generation to quickly level to 8, adding Jax to activate 3 Stargazers. At level 9, add 5-cost units like Sona.
Difficulty to Form: Easy to Master | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| LeBlanc | Main Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Giant Slayer、Jeweled Gauntlet | None |
| Karma | Secondary Carry | Blue Buff、Void Staff、Morellonomicon | None |
| Nunu | Main Tank | Sunfire Cape、Gargoyle Stoneplate、Dragon's Claw | None |
| Illaoi | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Sunfire Cape、Ionic Spark | None |
Operational Strategy
This comp is centered around the solid shields of Armored units, integrating the Judge's rule control, Shepherd's summoned units, and Oracle's powerful mana regeneration, forming an "Iron Barrel" formation with top-tier tankiness, high-frequency crowd control, and sustained damage. Early game, pick Leona, Lissandra, Ivern, Mordekaiser, Zoe for transition, aiming for 2 Armored, 2 Judge, 2 Oracle. Find core 4-cost units at levels 7-8. In the mid-game, add Illaoi, Karma, LeBlanc, Nunu to activate 2 Judge, 3 Shepherd, 4 Armored traits, maxing out tankiness and damage. Late game, add Bard to complete 4 Armored, 3 Judge, 3 Shepherd, 3 Oracle, 2 Dark Star, 2 Traveler.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Miss Fortune | Main Carry | Deathblade、Deathblade、Infinity Edge | |
| Viktor | Secondary Carry | Blue Buff、Void Staff、Morellonomicon | |
| Nunu | Main Tank | Sunfire Cape、Gargoyle Stoneplate、Dragon's Claw | |
| Illaoi | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Sunfire Cape、Ionic Spark |
Operational Strategy
Centered around 5 Oracle's massive mana regeneration to quickly empower the backline; combined with 4 Armored units to provide solid shields and damage reduction for the frontline, ensuring core damage dealers have enough time to output. Early game, level to 4 at 2-1, level to 5 at 2-5. Use Leona, Nasus, Mordekaiser, Illaoi to activate the Armored trait. Illaoi with the Armored trait is extremely stable, allowing for easy win streak transitions. Mid game, level to 6 at 3-2, level to 7 at 4-1. Add Zoe and Miss Fortune to activate the Oracle trait, forming the basic comp. At level 7, slow roll to chase 3-star Miss Fortune and Illaoi. Prioritize securing core items for Miss Fortune and Illaoi. Late game, level to 8 at 4-5 or 5-1. Complete Nunu and Aurelion Sol to finish the final traits. With Oracle's high mana regeneration, it can instantly melt enemy frontlines.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Aurelion Sol | Main Carry | Rabadon's Deathcap、Jeweled Gauntlet、Void Staff | Void Staff、Archangel's Staff |
| Master Yi | Secondary Carry | Edge of Night、Giant Slayer、Hand of Justice | Titan's Resolve、Quicksilver、Malicious Matrix、Sniper's Focus |
| Galio | Main Tank | Dragon's Claw、Steadfast Heart、Titan's Resolve | Warmog's Armor、Gargoyle Stoneplate |
| Urgot/Tahm Kench | Support/Secondary Tank | Sunfire Cape | Traditional Tank Items |
| Bard/Viktor | Support | Morellonomicon、Ionic Spark | Void Staff |
Operational Strategy
This is the only S17 comp that can intentionally loss streak to build economy and then directly activate at level 8 to steal 3-star 4-costs. It doesn't require excessive planning and can easily climb ranks. The Mech units themselves have high enough stats and save economy, making loss streaking the best way to stabilize HP. Early game, use 2 Future Warriors + Sea Monster for a loss streak to save rerolls and build economy. Around 3-5, level to 7. You can do a small reroll for quality, adding Urgot and Maokai to activate 4 Brawler trait. Around 4-1, level to 8 and start rolling. The goal is to find Aurelion Sol, Galio, and Master Yi, ensuring perfect items for main carry Aurelion Sol and main tank Galio. If Master Yi is not 3-star, Fiora can be used as a substitute. Viktor can be swapped with Bard.
Difficulty to Form: Easy | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Twisted Fate | Main Carry | Nashor's Tooth、Nashor's Tooth、Banksy's Magic Hat | |
| Corki | Secondary Carry | Infinity Edge、Guinsoo's Rageblade、Giant Slayer | |
| Jax | Main Tank | Gargoyle Stoneplate、Gargoyle Stoneplate、Warmog's Armor | |
| Aatrox | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Sunfire Cape、Ionic Spark |
Operational Strategy
This comp is built around 9 key units, utilizing Twisted Fate as a low-cost core damage dealer. Through the synergistic effects of the Stargazer and Weaver traits, it forms a multi-carry system with integrated offense and defense. Early game, choose 1-cost Aatrox, Caitlyn, Talon, Twisted Fate and 2-cost Jax to form 3 Stargazer 2 Nova 2 Fortress traits. Mid game, add 2-cost Milio and 4-cost Corki to activate 4 Weaver 3 Stargazer traits. Late game, add 4-cost Riven and 5-cost Morgana to complete 4 Weaver 3 Stargazer Crest 2 Ranger 2 Nova 2 Fortress and other traits.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Graves / Fiora | AD Carry | Quicksilver / Edge of Night、Giant Slayer、Sterak's Gage | None |
| Vex | AP Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Void Staff、Hextech Gunblade | None |
| Tahm Kench / Nunu | Main Tank | Sunfire Cape、Warmog's Armor、Steadfast Heart | None |
Operational Strategy
After the hotfix, the chance of sneaking 3-star 4-costs decreased. This is currently the comp with the highest win rate, a top choice if economy is good. It revolves around the Nova trait's Aatrox and Akali. Aatrox provides resistance reduction for all, Akali grants crit chance to all, greatly boosting the damage output of 5-cost units Graves, Fiora, and Vex. The standard comp forms at level 9, consisting of Aatrox, Akali, Maokai, Tahm Kench, Fiora, Shen, Morgana, Graves, forming multiple traits. Early game, prioritize 3 Sea Monsters with warrior items or Big Beast with attack speed items for transition. Depending on economy, HP, and contested comps, choose to level to 9 and start a big reroll at 4-2/4-5/4-7. With around 50 HP, reroll for main tank + two 2-star carries, then level to 10.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Master Yi | Main Carry | Hextech Gunblade、Giant Slayer、Edge of Night | |
| Viktor | Secondary Carry | Spear of Shojin、Void Staff、Morellonomicon | |
| Gragas | Main Tank | Warmog's Armor、Warmog's Armor、Spirit Visage | |
| Tahm Kench | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Sunfire Cape、Ionic Spark |
Operational Strategy
This is a comp that cleverly combines the tankiness of Brawlers with the damage output of PsyOps, especially with the addition of "Self-Destruct" Gragas, making the comp full of fun and strength. The core of the comp is frontline pressure resistance and sustained backline damage, with Gragas's self-destruct instantly clearing enemy frontlines in an area. Main traits are 6 Brawler and 4 PsyOps, with auxiliary trait 2 Berserker. Early game, use Briar, Rek'Sai, Bel'Veth, Gragas for transition, prioritizing crafting defensive items for Gragas to stabilize HP and maintain a win streak. Mid game, add Urgot, Maokai to activate 4 Brawler 2 Berserker 2 PsyOps traits. Late game, add Pantheon, Tahm Kench, Viktor, Master Yi, Sona to form 6 Brawler 4 PsyOps 2 Berserker.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Corki (plane) | Main Carry | Jeweled Gauntlet、Infinity Edge、Hand of Justice | Blue Buff |
| Rammus (armadillo) | Main Tank | Crownguard、Sunfire Cape、Steadfast Heart | Warmog's Armor |
| Riven | Secondary Carry | Bloodthirster、Last Whisper | None |
Operational Strategy
The core of this comp is the replication hexes provided by the 7 Treant trait. Combined with economy augments, it can easily chase 3-star 4-costs. The buffed Corki has high burst damage, and once completed, has a very high chance of winning. Early game, prioritize picking up 3 Treants, combining with Agency to secure win streaks, and also adding the "2 Future" trait. At stage 4-2, quickly level to 8 to activate the 7 Treant trait, finding 2-star Corki and 2-star Rammus. After reaching level 8, focus on chasing 3-star 4-cost units within the comp, such as Corki and Riven.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | LP Stealing Comp
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Allura | Main Carry | Jeweled Gauntlet、Nashor's Tooth、Blazing Shortbow | Void Staff |
| Illaoi | Main Tank | Steadfast Heart、Spirit Visage、Lioness's Grudge | Ionic Spark |
| Diana | Secondary Carry | Bloodthirster、Titan's Resolve、Guinsoo's Rageblade | Rapid Firecannon、Whirlwind Cutter |
Operational Strategy
This is an S17 comp that relies on the "Phantom" harvest trait. Playable conditions are having 3 Phantoms at the start, or being on a 4-loss streak with suitable items by stage 3-2 at the latest. The standard comp forms at level 7, consisting of Leona, Ivern, Jinx, Illaoi, Diana, Allura, LeBlanc, forming a multi-trait system. Late game, you can level up to add Rhaast, Galio, Morgana, etc. The Phantom stacks are determined by the loss streak situation, with the goal of harvesting at multiples of 100. Mindlessly loss streak. Around 3-5 or 3-7, level to 7 for interest and small rerolls. After harvesting, do a big reroll for at least one 3-star 3-cost unit to stabilize HP. Unless many players are contesting, chase 3-stars before leveling up to add Kayn.
Difficulty to Form: Easy | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Big Beast | Main Carry | Kraken Slayer、Quicksilver、Giant Slayer | Artifact or adjust as needed |
| Akali | Secondary Carry | Hand of Justice、Edge of Night、Infinity Edge | Sterak's Gage、Titan's Resolve |
| Rek'Sai | Main Tank | Sunfire Cape、Any Tank Item | Warmog's Armor、Dragon's Claw |
Operational Strategy
This S17 comp is suitable for beginners and is very strong. Can be chosen if you can gather 3 Sea Monsters at the start or have suitable items. The standard comp consists of Rek'Sai, Briar, Aatrox, Caitlyn, Akali, Big Beast, Maokai, Kindred, forming traits like 5 Nova Agency 3 Sea Monster. If items are good and quality is high, you can choose to level to 4 at 2-1, 5 at 2-5, 6 at 3-2 for a win streak transition. After leveling to 6 at stage 3-2, start rerolling to find 2-star Big Beast + 2-star Akali or a Maokai, then save gold. Slow roll for interest to chase 3-star dual carries. After reaching level 8 and activating 5 Nova, if there's no emblem, prioritize giving the Selector to 2-star Maokai.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| LeBlanc | Main Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Jeweled Gauntlet、Giant Slayer | |
| Karma | Secondary Carry | Spear of Shojin、Morellonomicon、Void Staff | |
| Nunu & Willump | Main Tank | Ionic Spark、Sunfire Cape、Spirit Visage | |
| Illaoi | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Dragon's Claw、Gargoyle Stoneplate |
Operational Strategy
Utilizes LeBlanc's clone to instantly eliminate backlines, while relying on Armored units' damage reduction to provide frontline tankiness, achieving a "stand and win" strategy. Early game at level 5, use low-cost quality units like Leona, Lissandra, Ivern, Mordekaiser, Zoe for a stable transition. Accumulate economy to prepare for mid-game comp transition. After reaching level 7 in the mid-game, start searching for high-cost cores, prioritizing crafting core damage items for LeBlanc. The fully formed final comp consists of Leona, Ivern, Mordekaiser, Zoe, Illaoi, Karma, LeBlanc, Nunu & Willump, Vex. Adjust positioning to leverage the Armored frontline and LeBlanc's backline access.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Aurelion Sol | Main Carry | Jeweled Gauntlet、Rabadon's Deathcap、Void Staff | Void Staff |
| Galio | Main Tank | Steadfast Heart、Sterak's Gage、Titan's Resolve | Frozen Heart、Spirit Visage |
| Master Yi | Secondary Carry | Leftover Warrior Items | None |
Operational Strategy
This is currently the easiest 4-cost comp to loss streak and stabilize HP. It's flexible to build and low cost, especially suitable for AP or tank item transitions, or starting with a loss streak. TFT Aurelion Sol's ability can directly bypass the frontline to hit the backline. Its T0.5 strength allows it to be forcibly played every game. The regular comp lineup consists of Urgot, Viktor, Galio, Tahm Kench, Master Yi, Aurelion Sol, forming 6 Mech 2 Brawler 2 Berserker 2 PsyOps. This comp, combined with Tahm Kench's solo trait effect, easily allows stealing 3-star 4-costs. Early game, use 2 Future / 3 Phantom / 3 Sea Monster for transition, accumulating economy and perfect items. Around 4-2, level to 8 and do a big reroll. Build the recommended comp based on what you find, remembering to transform all Mech units. After Aurelion Sol and Galio are 2-star, save gold. Depending on contested comps, choose to level to 9 or chase 3-stars.
Difficulty to Form: Difficult | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular (S17.1B)
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Zoe | Main Carry | None | None |
| Leona / Mordekaiser | Main Tank | None | None |
Operational Strategy
This comp is very demanding under S17.1B patch conditions, requiring Ekko's Artifact + the Judge effect that restores mana after dealing 10 damage to allow Zoe to cast endlessly. At level 6, first form the 4 Armored + Zoe + Lissandra system. Then focus on rerolling to chase 3-star Zoe and 3-star Leona/Mordekaiser. Afterwards, level up further to find Karma or LeBlanc as a secondary carry, further increasing the comp's damage output.
Difficulty to Form: Medium-High | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Ezreal | Main Carry | Spear of Shojin、Infinity Edge、Deathblade | |
| Jhin | Secondary Carry | Deathblade、Infinity Edge、Giant Slayer | Infinity Edge、Last Whisper、Red Buff (choose one of three) |
| Cho'Gath | Main Tank | Steadfast Heart、Spirit Visage、Warmog's Armor | |
| Maokai/Pantheon/Tahm Kench** | Frontline | Sunfire Cape、Evenshroud | Traditional Tank Items |
| Riven | Secondary Carry/Support | Leftover Physical Warrior Items | Thief's Gloves |
Operational Strategy
In S17, "EZ Cho'Gath" represents infinite growth, a reroll comp that maximizes frontline durability and late-game scaling. The core is driven by a dual-carry of Future Warrior Ezreal and Brawler Cho'Gath. The comp mainly revolves around 2 1-cost units to build 4 Future Warrior + 2 Dark Star + 4 Brawler, with the final comp forming at level nine. Recommended to play this comp if you get lucky with Ezreal and Cho'Gath at the start. Early game, transition directly with system units, don't level up. You can use Future Warrior for a loss streak to save rerolls. After finishing wolves, do a big reroll for system units at level 4. Around 4-3, level to 7 to find Gragas and Maokai to activate 4 Brawler trait. At the very latest by 5-3, level to 8 to find Tahm Kench, Xayah, and Riven.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Nami | Main Carry | Spear of Shojin、Nashor's Tooth、Jeweled Gauntlet | Rabadon's Deathcap、Giant Slayer |
| Karma | Secondary Carry | Spear of Shojin、Void Staff、Morellonomicon | |
| Nunu | Main Tank | Frozen Heart、Crownguard、Evenshroud | Warmog's Armor、Spirit Visage、Heartsteel、Dragon's Claw |
Operational Strategy
In TFT S17, with various Plunderer comps prevalent, this comp is built around multiple 4-cost units, forming a super invincible patchwork Plunderer comp. The core advantage relies on the AP bonus from the 5 Shepherd trait, with Nami's high-frequency AoE damage paired with multiple crowd controls. Play if you have many AP items or economy augments at the start. Transition methods: 2 Armored + 3 Shepherd + 2 Dark Star, with Teemo holding items; or 2 Future Warrior + 3 Sea Monster, with Milio holding items. Around 3-5, level to 7 and add Illaoi and Leona to activate 4 Armored. Around 4-2, level to 8 to activate, find the core 5 4-cost units, prioritizing activating 5 Shepherd.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Teemo | Main Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Giant Slayer、Banksy's Magic Hat | None |
| Lissandra | Secondary Carry | Guinsoo's Rageblade、Hextech Gunblade、Giant Slayer | None |
| Leona | Main Tank | Gargoyle Stoneplate、Gargoyle Stoneplate、Warmog's Armor | None |
| Nasus | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Dragon's Claw、Gargoyle Stoneplate | None |
Operational Strategy
This comp cleverly combines the tankiness of Armored units with the sustain of Space Groove. The operational strategy is clear: stabilize HP in the early game, exert pressure in the mid-game. Once Teemo has perfect items and is 3-star, combined with the dual resistances of 6 Armored units, almost no comp can withstand this onslaught. Early game at level 5, use Leona, Nasus, Teemo, Mordekaiser, Illaoi to form Armored and Shepherd traits. At level 7, add Lissandra, Zoe to activate 2 Judge 2 Dark Star. At level 9, add Nunu, Blitzcrank to form 6 Armored 3 Space Groove.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Continuously Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Nami | Main Carry | Nashor's Tooth、Spear of Shojin、Jeweled Gauntlet | Double Nashor's Tooth |
| Riven | Secondary Carry | Space Groove Emblem、Bloodthirster、Titan's Resolve | Sterak's Gage、Edge of Night |
| Nunu | Main Tank | Evenshroud、Iceborn Gauntlet、Warmog's Armor | Spirit Visage、Heartsteel、Dragon's Claw |
| Ornn/or**Tahm Kench** | Secondary Tank | Sunfire Cape、Evenshroud | Traditional Tank Items |
| Blitzcrank/or**Shen** | Bruiser Damage | Hand of Justice、Ionic Spark、Bloodthirster、Last Whisper | Sunfire Cape、Evenshroud |
Operational Strategy
In S17, Space Groove is currently the strongest emblem, and Riven is its best fit. Riven has a short mana bar, allowing her to frequently trigger the Space Groove trait effect. Combined with Riven's inherent mixed damage mechanism and the dual attack bonuses from 5 Space Groove, it's a perfect fit, allowing her to easily slice through the backline upon entry.
Early Game Transition (Stages 1-3):
If you have a Spatula or Space Groove Emblem:
Option 1: 3 Space Groove with Armored units for transition, Gwen holding Riven's items, tank items on Mordekaiser.
Option 2: 3 Sea Monster + 2 Future Warrior classic formulaic transition.
Mid Game Spiking (Stages 4-5):
Around 3-5, level to 7, prioritizing activating 5 Space Groove + 3 Shepherd + 2 Armored for transition.
Directly level to 8 around 4-2.
Prioritize finding Tahm Kench and Nunu, two core units. Once you get the Space Groove Emblem, immediately give it to Riven. Then slow roll to get Riven, Nami, Nunu or Tahm Kench all to 2-star. Once board quality is stable, stop rolling and save gold.
Late Game Refinement (Stage 6+):
After reaching level 9, add Shen. Replace Nasus with Blitzcrank and roll him to 2-star.
Recommended Augments:
Prioritize: Spatula-related Augments / Emblem-related Augments (provide 1 economy + 1 combat power, quick level to 9): Branching Out, Urf's Grab Bag, Spreading Roots, Trait Tree.
Secondary Choices: Combat Augments: Stand United, Gilded Armor, Ascension, Recharge Transfer, Soul Siphon; Economy Augments: Golden Bet, Four-Cost Reinforcements, Investment.
Supplementary Items: Bigger Grab Bag, Care Package, Dedicated.
Recommended Deities:
Ekko: Provides extra rewards, grants a "Mutant" item and a powerful evolved item based on unit role, and gains 2 Item Removers.
Aurelion Sol: Gains rewards through quests, such as the "Trait Adventure" quest: After fielding 6 non-unique traits, gains 1 random emblem and 1 Item Reforger, with a chance to get a trait emblem.
Kayle: Provides items. For each different completed item the team carries, gains 15 HP, 1% AD bonus, and 1% AP bonus.
Ahri: Provides economic rewards. After choosing Ahri as a Deity, you don't need to pick economy augments.
Combat Tips:
Riven's role: Easily slice through the backline upon entry.
Nunu's role: Primarily provides crowd control.
Blitzcrank and Shen's role: Not traditional tank units. Building them with bruiser/fighter items is more effective.
Riven Item Considerations: Titan's Resolve perfectly complements Riven's mixed damage output. After max stacks, it provides max resistances and CC immunity; Bloodthirster provides stable sustain, ensuring sustained combat.
Nami Item Considerations: Requires two mana generation items (e.g., Spear of Shojin + Nashor's Tooth). If she can trigger Space Groove, she won't lack damage.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Fiora | Main Carry | Edge of Night、Giant Slayer、Sterak's Gage | Infinity Edge、Bloodthirster |
| Maokai | Main Tank | Warmog's Armor、Steadfast Heart、Dragon's Claw | Sunfire Cape、Spirit Visage |
Operational Strategy
Although heavily nerfed before the S17 launch, it can still stabilize HP with suitable items. The core is the Nova Emblem. After activating 5 Nova, give the Selector to an external unit to gain high attack speed and dual resistances, as well as a team buff. When Fiora can reach 2-star, you can transfer Master Yi's items to her.
Difficulty to Form: Easy | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | LP Stealing Comp
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Twisted Fate | Main Carry | Nashor's Tooth、Banksy's Magic Hat、Jeweled Gauntlet | Spear of Shojin、Archangel's Staff、Hextech Gunblade |
Operational Strategy
This comp utilizes S17's Stargazer Crest mechanism. This crest provides a 12% damage bonus, and the bonus further increases for each 3-star unit. Combined with the Lucky Judgment effect of the 4 Weaver trait, it can achieve the optimal and highest damage effects. The comp emphasizes leveraging low-cost Twisted Fate's strength in the early game, even being able to stomp Nine-Five comps.
Difficulty to Form: Easy | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | LP Stealing Comp
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Pyke | Main Carry | Sniper's Focus、Hextech Gunblade、Infinity Edge | |
| Milio | Secondary Carry | Banksy's Magic Hat、Spear of Shojin、Void Staff | |
| Pantheon | Main Tank | Dragon's Claw、Gargoyle Stoneplate、Warmog's Armor | |
| Gragas | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Sunfire Cape、Ionic Spark |
Operational Strategy
Early game at level 5, use Gragas, Ivern, Milio, Pantheon, Pyke to form Brawler and Future traits. Low-cost units are easy to find, providing stable HP and a smooth transition. All are 2-cost units, with the highest refresh probability at level 5, making it very easy to upgrade to 2-star to ensure combat power. Mid game at level 7, add Gwen, Riven. Before level 7 is the best stage to roll for 2-cost units. Try to get all essential units to 3-star. Late game, level to 9 and add Corki, Bard to complete all traits. With multiple trait bonuses, late-game pressure is maximized.
Difficulty to Form: Advanced | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | LP Stealing Comp
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Xayah | Main Carry | Battle Bunny Crossbow、Guinsoo's Rageblade、Infinity Edge | |
| Jhin | Secondary Carry | Infinity Edge、Infinity Edge、Striker's Flail | |
| Nunu & Willump | Main Tank | Spirit Visage、Spirit Visage、Crownguard | |
| Rammus | Secondary Tank | Spirit Visage、Dragon's Claw、Gargoyle Stoneplate |
Operational Strategy
This comp features Xayah as the core main carry. Through a unique trait combination, it achieves integrated offense and defense. After Xayah is 3-star, she possesses powerful screen-clearing ability. Early game at level 5, use Aatrox, Caitlyn, Talon, Twisted Fate, Jax for transition. Prioritize crafting core items for Xayah and Nunu & Willump to stabilize HP and transition smoothly. Mid game at level 7, add Mordekaiser, Lulu to activate 3 Stargazer, 2 Dark Star, 2 Oracle, 2 Fortress, boosting combat power. Late game, level to 9 and complete core champions like Xayah, Jhin, Bard to finalize all traits, ensuring multi-carry output. Adjust positioning to counter different opponents, ensuring Xayah and Jhin have optimal damage environments.
Difficulty to Form: Medium | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Newly Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Kai'Sa | Main Carry | Infinity Edge、Last Whisper、Blue Buff | Deathblade、Giant Slayer |
| Illaoi | Main Tank | Evenshroud、Sunfire Cape | Steadfast Heart、Warmog's Armor、Spirit Visage、Chain Vest |
| Riven | Secondary Carry (with Dark Star Emblem) | Dark Star Emblem、Bloodthirster、Sterak's Gage | |
| Jhin | Secondary Carry (without Dark Star Emblem) | (No specific recommendation) | (No specific recommendation) |
Operational Strategy
After the 6 Dark Star bug fix, it became a popular tournament comp because it's playable with just 2-star Kai'Sa. Playable if you have a Dark Star Emblem or suitable items for a win streak, or if Kai'Sa is hitting. There are two operational paths: chasing 3-star (Kai'Sa) at level 7 or 8 (only do this in a contested lobby if you have mini Neeko). At level 7, roll for 2-star units, or if HP is healthy, go straight to level 8. Roll for frontline + 2-star Kai'Sa + Tahm Kench / Three Future (swap Pantheon for Tahm Kench) to transition into Dark Star Nine-Five.
Difficulty to Form: Difficult | Recommendation Index: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ | Continuously Popular
Core Items
| Hero | Role | Recommended Items | Alternative Items |
| Jhin | Main Carry | Infinity Edge、Red Buff | Last Whisper、Deathblade、Giant Slayer |
| Rammus | Main Tank | Steadfast Heart、Spirit Visage | Warmog's Armor、Frozen Heart、Crownguard |
| Vex | Support Damage | Guinsoo's Rageblade | AP Damage Items |
| Graves | Support Damage | Spear of Shojin | AD Damage Items |
| Bard | Support Damage | Spear of Shojin、Void Staff | AP Damage Items |
Operational Strategy
A T0-tier comp on both ends! 12 traits form a perfect loop. Combined with Rhaast's Savior effect / Morgana's damage reduction effect, and Shen providing high attack speed to all allies, it perfectly synergizes with Jhin's full-screen AoE damage, capable of rolling over almost any comp! Playable condition is a high-economy game where you can maintain a win streak for transition. Early game, expand traits with Sea Monster/Future Warrior for transition, prioritizing economy/leveling augments. Mid game, use Miss Fortune/Samira/Xayah/Corki to form traits and maintain win streaks. Around 4-5, level to 9, quickly roll for high-cost units within the system. All units at 2-star are enough for a win.
Advanced Combat Tips
Leveraging S17 Mech Aurelion Sol's Backline Bypass Mechanism: TFT S17 Aurelion Sol's ability can directly bypass the frontline to deal damage to enemy backlines, giving Mech comps a huge advantage against traditional comps with strong frontlines. For positioning, consider placing Aurelion Sol diagonally opposite the enemy's main carry to maximize his damage output efficiency. At the same time, combining with Galio's tankiness and crowd control can effectively protect Aurelion Sol and create a favorable environment for him to deal damage.
Flexible Economy Management for High-Cost Compositions: For high-cost standard compositions, early-game economy accumulation is key. Besides traditional economy augments, you can also use 3 Sea Monsters or 2 Future Warriors for win streak transitions, or gain benefits from Phantom through loss streaking. Due to the special mechanism of 2-cost units appearing in Stage 2, prioritize using 3 Sea Monsters for a win streak transition. When rolling in the mid-game, flexibly assess your HP and contested comps to decide whether to level to 9 and chase 5-cost units, or chase 3-star 4-cost units at level 8, to avoid a collapse in economy and HP due to forced leveling.
Item Priority and Flexible Adaptation for Multi-Carry Compositions: In multi-carry comps like Stargazer Sniper Xayah and Treant Nine-Five Jhin, ensuring the main carries Xayah/Jhin have their core damage items is crucial. Simultaneously, items for secondary carries Jhin/Vex should follow closely. Flexibly adjust positioning to counter different opponents, ensuring core damage units have safe spaces to deal damage. In the late game, you need to promptly optimize item configurations based on changes in the battle to ensure the multi-carry advantage is fully utilized.
Counters and Counter-Plays for Chosen Fortune Million HP Comps: In Chosen Fortune mode, while Million HP Zilean and Irelia are strong, their operational difficulty lies in their strict reliance on specific Chosen champions and core items. Zilean must be 3-star with full items to stably revive units and stack HP; Irelia requires the Jadeblade Chosen and must be equipped with Archangel's Staff, Titan's Resolve, and Bloodthirster to achieve true Million HP damage. Additionally, be wary of champions like Lee Sin, Seraphine, and others who have mechanics that can remove units from the board. They are natural counters to Million HP compositions.
Economy and Quality Balance for S16.8 Yordle Trait: In S16.8, both "Lulu's Ingenuity Yordle" and "Yordle Nine-Five 2.0" fully utilize the Yordle trait's free refresh and fortune bag reward mechanism. When operating, make good use of "Lulu's Ingenuity" to transform 3-star low-cost units into high-cost units, even having a chance to gamble for 3-star 5-cost units. If the economy is healthy, you can activate the 8 Yordle trait at level 8 for additional rewards, then at level 9, replace some Yordle units with high-quality 5-cost units to further enhance the overall strength and ceiling of the comp.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: In the early stages of S17, if the pace is slower, how should one choose a comp to climb ranks stably? A: In the early stages of S17, the pace is relatively slower. Early on, prioritize using 3 Sea Monsters for a win streak transition or 2 Future Warriors for a loss streak to build economy. In this environment, high-cost Nine-Five comps and comps that steal 3-star 4-costs are top choices for winning. If the early game transition is smooth and economy is healthy, you can choose Nova Nine-Five. If you want to roll for quality at level 8, Mech Flex is also a very good option due to its unique mechanics and stable strength. For beginners or players with an unlucky start, reroll 3-cost comps like Star Deity Weaver Twisted Fate are also good strategies for stable rank climbing.
Q: In Chosen Fortune mode, what are the main operational difficulties for Million HP Zilean and Million HP Irelia compositions? A: The main operational difficulty for these two Million HP comps lies in their extreme reliance on specific Chosen units and core items. Zilean needs to be 3-star with full items to stably revive all units and stack HP; Irelia requires the Jadeblade Chosen and must be equipped with Archangel's Staff, Titan's Resolve, and Bloodthirster to achieve true Million HP damage. If you cannot successfully obtain key Chosen units or core items early on, it will significantly impact the comp's strength and win rate. Additionally, you need to be wary of champions like Lee Sin, Seraphine, and others who can remove units from the board, as they are natural counters to Million HP compositions.
Q: In S16.8, what are the respective counter-strategies for Demacia and Freljord system compositions when facing magic damage and physical damage compositions? A: For S16.8 comps like Demacia Mel and Freljord Old Man, when facing magic damage comps, Demacia Mel's Taric provides magic resistance, while Freljord Old Man relies on Ornn's tankiness and dual ice tower control. You can prioritize stacking magic resistance items like Dragon's Claw and Spirit Visage on the frontline. When facing physical damage comps, focus more on physical defense items like Steadfast Heart and Bramble Vest. Furthermore, Freljord's trait provides resistance reduction and damage amplification that benefits all damage types, and Demacia's Radiant items can also be adjusted based on the carry's damage type, for example, giving Mel or Lux burst magic damage items, or Shyvana physical sustain items, to achieve flexible counter-play.