Zaun Shimmer

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Zaun Shimmer leverages the Shimmer-Fused mechanic that grants Durability and decaying Attack Speed. With 7 Zaun, the bonuses are increased by 30% and refresh faster. Ekko and Jinx serve as primary carries, while Blitzcrank provides an unkillable frontline. The comp excels at sustained fights where Shimmer-Fused can trigger multiple times.

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Blitzcrank
Warmog's Armor
Sunfire Cape
Gargoyle Stoneplate
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Vi
Dr Mundo
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Singed
Ekko
Morellonomicon
Archangel's Staff
Hextech Gunblade
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Ziggs
Jinx
Guinsoo's Rageblade
Giant Slayer
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Active Traits

Active Traits

Zaun
Zaun
7
Juggernaut
Juggernaut
2/ 4
Bruiser
Bruiser
1/ 2
Defender
Defender
1/ 2
Disruptor
Disruptor
1/ 2
Gunslinger
Gunslinger
1/ 2
Longshot
Longshot
1/ 2
Piltover
Piltover
1/ 2
Yordle
Yordle
1/ 2

Zaun Shimmer Strengths

Discover what makes Zaun Shimmer a powerful composition in TFT Set 16. These strengths help you understand when to play this comp and how to leverage its advantages.

  • Extremely tanky with Shimmer-Fused Durability
  • Fast refresh rate at 7 Zaun
  • Cost-efficient with 3-star low-cost units
  • Strong healing at 60% Health threshold

Zaun Shimmer Weaknesses

Understanding the weaknesses of Zaun Shimmer helps you avoid bad matchups and position your team effectively. Be aware of these vulnerabilities when playing this composition.

  • Requires hitting 3-stars early
  • Vulnerable to burst damage
  • Contested by other Zaun players
  • Limited crowd control

Trait Synergies

Zaun Shimmer activates 4 key traits in TFT Set 16. These trait synergies work together to create a powerful team composition with strong scaling and utility.

Champions in Zaun Shimmer

This composition uses 7 champions with specific items and star levels. Follow this champion guide to build Zaun Shimmer correctly in TFT Set 16.

Recommended Items

Warmog's Armor
Warmog's Armor
Sunfire Cape
Sunfire Cape
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Gargoyle Stoneplate

Recommended Items

Morellonomicon
Morellonomicon
Archangel's Staff
Archangel's Staff
Hextech Gunblade
Hextech Gunblade

Recommended Items

Guinsoo's Rageblade
Guinsoo's Rageblade
⚔️Runaan's Hurricane
Giant Slayer
Giant Slayer

Recommended Augments

These augments synergize well with Zaun Shimmer. 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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Silco’s Revenge

Silco’s Revenge

Zaunites explode into Shimmer on death, dealing 8% of their max Health to 2 nearby enemies as magic damage and granting 2 nearby allies 30% Attack Speed for 4 seconds. Gain a Blitzcrank and an Ekko.

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Bandle Bounty

Bandle Bounty

For every Yordle you've unlocked or unlock, gain 6 gold. The Bandle Paths reveal a secret Yordle 10.

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Wild Growth

Wild Growth

 3-star Yordles become massive, move slowly, and gain 250 max Health & 20% Attack Damage and Ability Power. Gain a Rumble and Lulu.

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On A Roll

On A Roll

Whenever you star up a champion that you fielded last combat, gain 3 free Shop rerolls. Gain 3 gold.

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Construct a Companion

Construct a Companion

The next 1-cost unit you buy is a 3-star. Gain 5 gold.

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Commerce Core

Commerce Core

Gain 10 free Shop rerolls now and 5 every round for the rest of the game.

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Epic Rolldown

Epic Rolldown

When you reach Level 8, gain 23 rerolls. Runeterra Reforged Championship, 2023

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Just Hit

Just Hit

Gain a Champion Duplicator, 18 Shop rerolls, and 10 Gold.

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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 Zaun Shimmer in the early game. This phase focuses on building a strong foundation and economy.

Stay at level 5-6 and hard reroll for 3-star Blitzcrank and Ekko. Build items on carries. Use Shimmer-Fused windows.

Mid Game Strategy

Transition into Zaun Shimmer's core composition during the mid game. This is when you start building your main synergies.

Once you hit core 3-stars, push to level 7 for more Zaun units. Add Jinx and Singed for additional damage.

Late Game Strategy

Maximize Zaun Shimmer's potential in the late game. This phase is about optimizing positioning and completing your team.

At level 8, field 7 Zaun for maximum bonuses. Position to maximize Shimmer-Fused uptime. Let healing keep you alive.