Arcanist Swain
This S-tier composition focuses on Arcanist Swain. It utilizes strong synergies to dominate the battlefield.

















Active Traits
Active Traits












Arcanist Swain Strengths
Discover what makes Arcanist Swain a powerful composition in TFT Set 16. These strengths help you understand when to play this comp and how to leverage its advantages.
- ✓Strong late game scaling
- ✓Flexible itemization
- ✓Good matchup spread
Arcanist Swain Weaknesses
Understanding the weaknesses of Arcanist Swain helps you avoid bad matchups and position your team effectively. Be aware of these vulnerabilities when playing this composition.
- ✗Dependent on specific items
- ✗Vulnerable to backline access
- ✗Requires good economy management
Trait Synergies
Arcanist Swain activates 8 key traits in TFT Set 16. These trait synergies work together to create a powerful team composition with strong scaling and utility.
Champions in Arcanist Swain
This composition uses 9 champions with specific items and star levels. Follow this champion guide to build Arcanist Swain correctly in TFT Set 16.
Recommended Items
Recommended Items
Recommended Items
Recommended Augments
These augments synergize well with Arcanist Swain. Choose augments that match your strategy: trait-specific augments for core synergies, reroll augments for reroll comps, or economy/leveling augments for fast 8-9 strategies.

Savings Account
After you earn 60 gold in interest, gain 30 gold. Your max interest is increased to 7. Gain 4 gold now.

Money Monsoon
Gain 7 gold now and every round for the rest of the game.

Growth Mindset
Gain 40 XP. Buying XP costs 3 instead of 4 gold.

Early Learnings
Your team gains 5% Attack Damage & Ability Power. This increases by 1% after each player combat. 1-cost champions gain double. TFT Vegas Open, 2023

Late Game Scaling
Gain 2 XP every round. Your 5-cost champions gain 20% Health and 20% Attack Speed. CyberCity Tactician's Crown, 2025

Gain 21 Gold
Gain 21 gold.

Advanced Loan
Get 25 Gold. Your next augment is one tier lower.

Advanced Loan Plus
Get 35 Gold. Your next augment is one tier lower.

Warlord’s Honor
Every round, champions on your team gain 5% Attack Damage and Ability Power, stacking up to 4 times.
Early Game Strategy
Learn how to start Arcanist Swain in the early game. This phase focuses on building a strong foundation and economy.
Play your strongest board to preserve health. Slam flexible items.
Mid Game Strategy
Transition into Arcanist Swain's core composition during the mid game. This is when you start building your main synergies.
Level aggressively to 8. Pivot into your final board composition.
Late Game Strategy
Maximize Arcanist Swain's potential in the late game. This phase is about optimizing positioning and completing your team.
Cap out your board with 4 and 5-cost units. Look for 2-star upgrades.