League of Legends Patch 10.4: TFT gets update, check out the tips

League of Legends (LoL) received patch 10.4 last Thursday (20). The update also brought some changes to Teamfight Tactics (TFT), one of the last changes to the Rise of the Elements set before the game received its third set in March. The buffs and nerfs were small, according to the latest updates, but with a significant change to the Glacial characteristic. See how the metagame has changed and the best compositions of the new patch.

Patrolmen, Poison and Crystal (Tier S)

Champions: Twitch, Ashe, Kindred, Varus, Dr. Mundo, Singed, Amumu and Taric

With the removal of the spatulas on the carousel, it became much more difficult to adapt their compositions, which is why characteristics that do not need transformation do better. Among them, Patrolmen have shown themselves to be increasingly strong, especially when using the other characteristics Veneno and Cristal in the late game. Critical items and attack speed are paramount in Twitch and Ashe, and the player must close the Poison troops with Mundo, Singed and Twitch as soon as possible.

Tips:

• Statikk knife and Guinsoo's Blade of Fury are essential for your porters, preferably at Ashe;
• This combination is very contested and very expensive, adding the Poison and Crystal effects is extremely necessary, so look for Singed and Taric soon;
• Guardian Angel in Taric will further increase your team's chances of survival;
• Four patrolmen, three poisons and two crystals make you extremely strong. If you manage to reach this point, you will probably compete for first place;
• Amumu is an extra unit that will add the Inferno and Watchman buff, but it is not a priority. Even so, if the option of using it happens, this is the choice.

Berserkers and Poison (Tier A)

Champions: Dr. Mundo, Sion, Olaf, Jax, Volibear, Renekton, Singed, Twitch and Ezreal

The strength of the Veneno troops has good synergy with another characteristic, the Berserkers. This composition has already entered and left the ranking of the strongest several times, but it should gain a greater boost in this new patch. The new Glacial effect, although better in this new update, is still not drastic, but next to the buff in Olaf and depending on your itemization, it can make a good difference.

Tips:

• Ornn and Volibear can guarantee a good early game and get this composition well, in addition to Jax and Renekton, who are easy to get at the beginning;
• Olaf benefits from speed, attack and resistance items. Guinsoo's Blade of Fury, Runnan's Hurricane and Smoldering Cannon are good choices, in addition to Guardian Angel;
• Alternatively, you can choose to place these items on Twitch, which will also serve as a second loader;
• If the game is extended to the point of having nine pieces, Ezreal can complement with the effects of Ranger and Glacial;
• An alternative version of this composition exists with only three Berserkers and using the Veneno and Vigia buffs. However, it is very situational and serves more as an adaptation to the game, in case it is not going very well.

With buffs, Olaf can become a great carrier in this composition. (Image: Riot Games)

Shadow and Hell (Tier A)

Champions: Kindred, Sion, Malzahar, Varus, Annie, Brand, Zyra, Amumu

This composition has been very popular for a while in the game, based on a lot of massive damage from all team members. The difference is that with the reduction of the Spatula's appearance, it is much more difficult to transform someone into Hell, so this composition is much more flexible than anything else. With three members of each trait, the player will decide whether it is worth pursuing six Hells or six Shadows, but if he cannot transform someone, it is recommended to go to the Shadow route.

Tips:

• On a fire map, use Qiyanna to complement the team with Hells;
• Kindred is its main charger, as it benefits from both characteristics. Items like Shojin's Spear, Seraph's Embrace and Runnan's Hurricane are great choices for the unit;
• Sion will be your front line until Amumu arrives. Place defensive items on it, such as Guardian Angel and Dragon's Claws;
• Many other units can contribute damage in addition to Kindred. Brand does very well with mana items and magic damage, and Morellonomicon is a good choice for Amumu;
• Malzahar can be replaced by Master Yi in the late game.

Kindred remains a solid carry on the Rise of the Elements. (Image: Riot Games)

Summoner and Assassin (Tier S)

Champions: Azir, Annie, Yorick, Kha'Zix, Qiyanna, Zed, Karma and Nami / Soraka

This composition is very flexible but is mainly focused on Azir, a very popular and strong TFT champion who manages to be a great carry. Put it with two stars for the composition to start spinning, and include items like Guinsoo's Blade of Fury, Shojin's Spear and Adormada Gauntlet on the magazine. Alternatively, you can use some defense items as well, but always leave Karma at your side to buff it.

Tips:

• The composition must revolve around Azir, so the effect of the Summoners, Desert and the presence of Karma beside him is indispensable;
• With the Summoners' effect, Azir can attack for longer. Use Malzahar and Zyra at the beginning to take advantage of this effect, but exchange them for Yorick and Annie as soon as possible;
• It is very difficult to find a Zed in the game, so don't give priority to the Assassins' effect. It is important to guarantee Qiyanna and Kha'Zix to have the effect of the Desert which will also benefit Azir;
• If you get Zed, items like Redemption, Guardian Angel and Dragon's Claw are great on him;
• Mystic is a good effect to complete your composition. Nami is a great choice but alternatively, Soraka can be used if Azir is transformed into Light.

Azir remains very strong and this composition is centered around him. (Image: Riot Games)

Blademaster, Mystic and Desert (Tier A)

Champions: Yasuo, Sivir, Karma, Janna, Leona, Azir / Kha'Zix and Malphite

Growing in popularity since the small buff that Yasuo received in the last patch, this composition is another one that is based around a champion. Being able to use his ability faster this time, Yasuo focuses on the enemy with more items, usually the carry of the enemy team. In addition to Mystic to generate more defense and Desert to do more damage, the composition also brings Lunar and Cloud to further strengthen Yasuo's ability.

Tips:

• Some pieces are essential for the composition, they are: Yasuo, Karma, Sivir, Janna and Azir / Kha'Zix, placing Karma always close to Yasuo;
• Team Hand of Justice, Guardian Angel and Bloodthirsty at Yasuo;
• If it is a wind map, Qiyanna can also be added to the composition to enhance the Cloud buff;
• Kha'Zix or Azir can be your second carrier, with Seraph's Embrace serving for both, Guinsoo's Blade of Fury for Azir or Bloodthirsty for Kha'Zix;
• In the late game, Master Yi can be added for being a Mystic and a Blade Master. If you want the effect of four masters, Aatrox can also be used.

The small buff in the previous patch made Yasuo a lot stronger. (Image: Riot Games)