Arcanist Swain

S-TierFast 8

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

Taric
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Sylas
Hextech Gunblade
Jeweled Gauntlet
Hand of Justice
Swain
Protector's Vow
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Spirit Visage
Shyvana
Neeko
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Fiddlesticks
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Annie
Nashor's Tooth
Spear of Shojin
Void Staff
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Lux

Active Traits

Active Traits

Arcanist
Arcanist
5/ 6
Defender
Defender
2/ 4
Juggernaut
Juggernaut
2/ 4
Chainbreaker
Chainbreaker
1
Dark Child
Dark Child
1
Dragonborn
Dragonborn
1
Harvester
Harvester
1
Targon
Targon
1
Demacia
Demacia
1/ 3
Ixtal
Ixtal
1/ 3
Noxus
Noxus
1/ 3
Vanquisher
Vanquisher
1/ 2

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

⚔️protector-s-vow
⚔️gargoyle-stoneplate
⚔️spirit-visage

Recommended Items

⚔️hextech-gunblade
⚔️jeweled-gauntlet
⚔️hand-of-justice

Recommended Items

⚔️nashor-s-tooth
⚔️spear-of-shojin
⚔️void-staff

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.

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Savings Account

Savings Account

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

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Money Monsoon

Money Monsoon

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

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Growth Mindset

Growth Mindset

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

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Early Learnings

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

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Late Game Scaling

Late Game Scaling

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

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Gain 21 Gold

Gain 21 Gold

Gain 21 gold.

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Advanced Loan

Advanced Loan

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

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Advanced Loan Plus

Advanced Loan Plus

Get 35 Gold. Your next augment is one tier lower.

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Warlord’s Honor

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.