Rengar stands out as a premier Assassin carry in TFT Set 7.5, leveraging his innate leap and Darkflight trait for devastating backline dives. This guide explores his stats, abilities, item priorities, trait synergies, and complete team compositions to maximize win rates on the ladder.
Rengar’s Core Stats and Ability Breakdown
Rengar is a 3-cost Darkflight Assassin unit with 750/1350/2430 HP, 70/105/158 Attack Damage, 0.80 Attack Speed, and 30/60 Mana. His range is 1, making him a melee powerhouse focused on single-target elimination.
His Unseen Predator ability leaps him to the lowest Armor enemy, dealing 230/340/535 physical damage, followed by 200% Attack Speed for 2 attacks. This scales into massive burst at 3-star, amplified by critical strikes from Assassin traits.
Key strengths include backline access and synergy with Darkflight’s sacrificial altar, which copies items and health to all Darkflight champs upon sacrificing a unit. Darkflight Essence further boosts stats, often leaving Rengar with just 2 items while gaining equivalent power.
Optimal Item Builds for Rengar
Rengar’s build prioritizes critical strike damage and attack speed, as he typically equips only 2 core items thanks to Darkflight item copying.
| Item | Components | Why It Works |
|---|---|---|
| Infinity Edge | Sword + Glove | Boosts crit damage to 110%, essential for 3-star burst. |
| Runaan’s Hurricane | Bow + Glove | Splashes damage to multiple backline targets post-leap. |
| Bloodthirster | Sword + B.F. Sword | Provides lifesteal for sustain during extended fights. |
| Hand of Justice | Sparring Gloves + Tear | Offers AD/AP and healing for prolonged backline presence. |
| Deathblade | Sword + Sword | Stacks AD for raw damage scaling. |
| Last Whisper | Bow + Sword | Armor shred for tankier foes. |
Start with Sword, Bow, or Glove components on the first carousel. Hold Rengars early but prioritize economy if not hitting pairs. Radiant items like Radiant Deathblade or Hurricane excel as sacrificial fodder for Essence.
Mastering Darkflight Trait Synergies
Darkflight summons an altar at combat start, sacrificing the placed unit to grant item copies and health to all Darkflight champs. Aim for 4+ Darkflight by sacrificing emblemed units like Qiyana for Essence, leaving slots open.
- Key Units: Swain (tank with Morello), Qiyana (emblem sacrifice), additional Rengars for swarm damage.
- Stacking Power: Essence ramps stats; prioritize tank items on Swain (Titan’s Resolve, Warmog’s, Dragon’s Claw) to frontline while Rengar dives.
- Sacrifice Strategy: Use uncraftables or Radiants (e.g., Randuin’s, Trap Claw) on Qiyana for board-wide bonuses before Essence conversion.
6 Darkflight is viable late-game with heavy rolling at level 8, swarming with assassins and tanks.
Team Compositions Featuring Rengar
Primary Comp: Darkflight Rengar Carry
Core: 2-3 Rengar (carry), Swain (tank), Qiyana (sacrifice), plus Darkflight fillers. Transition from early econ to level 7 rolls for Rengar 3 and tank.
- Level 7 Board: Rengar (IE + Hurricane), Swain (Morello + Titan’s), Qiyana (emblem + tank item), Silas/Malphite (mages/frontline), Twitch (swiftshot flex).
- Wincon: Rengar 3-star eliminates carries; Swain burns and stacks health.
Economy Opener and Transitions
Stages 1-2: Prioritize econ augments/items. Play Gnar (Shapeshifter), Lux/Malzahar (mages), Vex (early carry if no Rengar).
Level 5: Stack Rengar items on bench; play Silas over Malphite if hit.
Level 6: Add mage for 3-mage tempo; swap to swiftshot if Vex carrying.
Level 7: Roll down for Rengar 2+, sacrifice Qiyana, add Darkflight.
Alternative Builds
- Rengar Reroll: Level 7, slow roll to 3-star with Double Trouble augment. Dual Rengars pre-3-star.
- Assassin Swarm: Pair with Graves, Soy’Fen; sword-heavy opener.
Augment Recommendations
Choose augments enhancing Darkflight, Rengar stats, or economy.
| Tier | Augments | Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Silver | Branching Out, Double Trouble | Emblem for Essence; extra Rengar stats. |
| Prismatic | Preparation, Celestial Blessing, Thrill of the Hunt | Bench prep, healing for Swain infinite scaling. |
| Gold | Portal, Living Forge, Ancient Archives | Horn items for Essence/sacrifices. |
| Prismatic | Cybernetic Implants | AD for Rengar, health team-wide. |
Game Plan by Stage
Early Game (Stages 1-3)
Focus 50hp econ. Hold Rengar pairs; play shapeshifters/mages. Avoid over-rolling below 10g.
Mid Game (3-4)
Level 6-7, roll for Rengar 2 and Swain. Sacrifice at first Darkflight activation. Add second Rengar if available.
Late Game (5+)
Level 8 if strong; roll to 0g for 3-star and upgrades. Flex into 6 Darkflight with emblems. Stay above 60hp before greed rolls.
Common Mistakes and Tips
- Don’t 3-item Rengar early: Save third slot for Essence value.
- Prioritize tank items on Swain: His heal doesn’t scale with AD.
- Econ over units: Never dip below 10g pre-transition.
- Flex openers: Sword/bow for Rengar, tear/belt for pivots.
FAQs
What are Rengar’s best items in Set 7.5?
Infinity Edge and Runaan’s Hurricane core, with Bloodthirster or HoJ flex.
How does Darkflight work with Rengar?
Sacrifice yields item/HP copies and Essence for empty slots, supercharging 2-item Rengar.
Best level to roll for Rengar comp?
Level 7 for Rengar 2/3-star; slow roll 5-1 if econ strong.
Can I play double Rengar?
Yes, itemize both pre-3-star; altar copies make it efficient.
Viable augments for this comp?
Double Trouble, Preparation, emblems for Essence.
References
- Rengar Set 7.5 TFT Info & Best Item Build — tactics.tools. 2023. https://tactics.tools/info/set-76/units/rengar
- TFT Set 7.5 Tier List – Patch 12.22 Meta Snapshot — BunnyMuffins. 2023-12-22. https://bunnymuffins.lol/meta-12-22-2/
- Rengar Reroll Comp Guide [Set 7.5 Revival] — TFT Flow. 2023. https://tftflow.com/composition/set7ii/rengar-reroll-2
- How to climb with Rengar | TFT Teamfight Tactics Set 7.5 — YouTube (Mizar). 2023.
- 6 Darkflight Rengar Carry Comp in TFT Set 7.5 PBE — YouTube. 2023.