How to Play 3 Cost Reroll in Teamfight Tactics

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Nov 29, 24

Introduction

The 3-cost reroll strategy in Teamfight Tactics (TFT) is a versatile and powerful playstyle that centers around building a team composition led by a specific 3-cost champion upgraded to 3 stars. This strategy requires precise timing, efficient economy management, and adaptability to contested units. By leveraging the strength of these mid-tier champions, the 3-cost reroll can create a strong power spike in the mid-to-late game. In this guide, we'll explore the key steps, tips, and tricks to master this strategy and turn your chosen carry into a game-winning force.

Throughout the set there will likely be playable or even strong 3 cost rerolls so it is important for new as well as seasoned players to know how to properly play and optimize 3 cost reroll. To adapt to the changing meta, you can read more about how to play reroll strategies here.

In my article, Cheng will be going over basic and advanced tips of when to play 3 cost reroll, itemization, economy, leveling, augments, anomaly selection, team comp examples, and how to win with a 3 cost reroll comp.

If you have not already read my article on How to Play 1 Cost Reroll và 2 Cost Reroll, be sure to check it out.

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What Units to Reroll?

It can be hard to know when to play 3 Cost Reroll especially when a comp isn’t overpowered in the meta. The first thing players need to know is which 3-star 3 costs are worth rerolling for.

Generally, these are carries that can be melee or ranged but generally aren’t tanks. These units usually have at least one trait that benefits them as a carry as well. For example, Kog'Maw is a melee carry with two offensive traits, Automata and Sniper.

When to Play 3 Cost Reroll

The best time to play 3 Cost Reroll is when it is uncontested as well is known to be strong. You should scout before deciding a line by checking other player’s boards and trying to determine what direction they are leaning toward in the game.

Before committing to a 3 cost reroll, you should make sure your items fit the unit you want to reroll well. Additionally, it’s helpful to either have a unit or two of the desired reroll unit or to natural them in stage 2. The good news about 3 cost reroll is that you have time to decide if you want to commit to it and don’t get penalized as harshly as you might for playing 1 Cost or 2 Cost Reroll.

How to Build Items for 3-Cost Reroll Strategy in TFT

Building items for the 3-cost reroll strategy in Teamfight Tactics (TFT) depends on the core champion you focus on. Below are general guidelines and some popular examples:

General Principles for Itemization

Identify Your Main Carry: Choose a 3-cost champion as your primary damage dealer or the center of your strategy.
Optimize Damage: Select items based on the champion's damage type (Physical, Magic, or Hybrid).
Ensure Survivability: Equip one or two defensive items on crucial units to keep them alive longer in fights.
Adapt to Flexibility: Adjust your itemization based on what you obtain from Carousel, PvE rounds, and Augments.

Maximizing Augments

If you get a Hero Augment for your core 3-cost champion, use it to maximize their potential.
Augments that increase mana regeneration, boost ability power, or reduce reroll costs are particularly helpful.

In conclusion, itemization for the 3-cost reroll strategy hinges on your chosen carry and the situation in each game. Stay flexible with your choices to maximize your team’s effectiveness and secure victory!

Generally, the itemization of melee carries consists of at least one healing item such as Bloodthirster or Hand of Justice, plus additional items that offer a bit of defense and damage mix such as Titan’s Resolve, Sterak’s Gage, Quick Silver, or Edge of Night for additional survivability. Some builds might use two healing items as well or opt for a damage item such as Giant Slayer or Infinity Edge.

Some sample Smeech or Renni builds are:

Smeech: Bloodthirster, Edge of Night and Quicksilver
Renni: 2 Titan's Resolves and Warmog's Armor

Generally, you will want three items that work well and benefit from each other as well as give your melee carry some survivability.

Similar can be said for ranged carries such as Kog'Maw:

Guinsoo's Rageblade: Kog'Maw’s kit thrives on consistent attacks, and Guinsoo's ensures he scales his attack speed effectively throughout the fight. More attack speed means faster mana generation, allowing Kog'Maw to cast his ability more frequently.
Archangel's Staff: Kog'Maw’s ability relies on magic damage, and Archangel’s ensures his damage scales higher as the fight progresses. This item rewards prolonged fights, which fits well with Kog'Maw's sustained DPS playstyle.
Hextech Gunblade: Kog'Maw's high DPS output ensures consistent healing for himself and teammates, improving his survivability. It provides lifesteal for both magic and physical damage, making it versatile and effective for a hybrid damage dealer like Kog'Maw.

It is important to know the general way to itemize carries to get the most out of them. You don’t always need to have perfect items, but you should have 3 items that work well with each other that can benefit the unit.

TFT Set 13 Sample 3-Cost Reroll Comps

Conclusion

The 3-cost reroll strategy is a high-risk, high-reward approach that, when executed correctly, can lead to consistent top finishes. Remember to monitor the lobby, manage your economy carefully, and adapt to item and augment availability. With practice and patience, you'll master this strategy and elevate your Teamfight Tactics gameplay to the next level.

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Good luck to you! – Cheng