Teamfight Tactics Patch 14.6 brought big balance changes—while the meta spotlight shines on EXO7ECH Zeri and Guardsman Aphelios, some less-contested comps are quietly dominating. If you're tired of fighting over the same carries or augments, these hidden gems offer a fresh way to climb while everyone else fights over the same rerolls.
Here are three powerful off-meta comps that benefit from recent buffs, great trait synergy, and low pick rates in ranked lobbies.
1. 🕶️ Syndicate Reroll (LeBlanc + Darius)
💥 Why It Works:
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Darius now heals 6% HP per ability cast (up from 5%)—making him incredibly tanky in the early-mid game.
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LeBlanc's damage buff (70/105/160 → 75/115/170) increases her burst.
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5/7 Syndicate grants +450/550 bonus HP to the traited team, improving overall survivability.
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Low contest rate means easier access to 3★ carries and trait breakpoints.
🔑 Core Units:
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Darius (Frontline Tank): Bloodthirster, Bramble Vest, Titan’s Resolve
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LeBlanc (Main AP Carry): Jeweled Gauntlet, Infinity Edge, Archangel’s Staff
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Twisted Fate (Flex): Rageblade, Hextech Gunblade
🕹️ When to Pivot:
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You find early Darius and LeBlanc copies or hit 3 Syndicate by Stage 2–2.
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The lobby is AD-heavy (EXO7ECH, Zeri) and you can secure AP items.
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You discover a Syndicate or Divinicorp Emblem, enabling 7 Syndicate or hybrid burst comps.
📍 Positioning Tip:
Place LeBlanc center-middle to maximize spell hits. Let Darius anchor the frontline while TF and Morgana support with AoE.
2. 🎯 Slayer Reroll (Vayne + Senna)
💥 Why It Works:
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Vayne's Attack Speed buff (0.7 → 0.75) makes her a 2-cost hyper-carry.
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Senna's cleave bonus (45% AD) gives her strong AoE potential.
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This comp scales well with Featherweights augment or Slayer/Vanguard emblems.
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Few players contest this reroll path, allowing for stable 3★ units at Level 6.
🔑 Core Units:
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Vayne (Main Carry): Guinsoo’s Rageblade x2, Last Whisper
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Senna (Secondary DPS): Bloodthirster, Infinity Edge
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Jarvan IV / Leona (Tanks): Warmog’s Armor, Dragon’s Claw
🕹️ When to Pivot:
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You get multiple early copies of Vayne/Senna or see Featherweights in Carousel.
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Lobby is contesting 4-cost meta comps, leaving 2-cost rerolls open.
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You build strong opener with Zed, Vayne, and a tank (Jarvan, Riven).
📍 Positioning Tip:
Place Zed opposite the enemy carry, and let Senna cleave through backlines while Vayne safely ramps behind the tanks.
3. ⚙️ Exotech Vertical (Zeri or Varus Carry)
💥 Why It Works:
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Exotech trait was buffed:
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HP per item: 50/160/300
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Attack Speed per item: 2%/6%/13%
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Jhin’s mana was adjusted (4/74 → 14/64), making him smoother to play early.
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Varus and Zeri can both carry with the right items (Holobow, Flux Capacitor, etc).
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Often uncontested if lobby forces EXO7ECH.
🔑 Core Units:
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Zeri / Varus (Main Carry): Guinsoo’s Rageblade, Giant Slayer, Flux Capacitor
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Mordekaiser (Tank): Warmog’s, Protector’s Vow, Vanguard Emblem
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Sejuani (CC): Adaptive Helm, Sunfire Cape
🕹️ When to Pivot:
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You open with early Pulse Stabilizers or Flux Capacitors.
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You hit 3 Exotech and solid item holders (Jhin, Kai’Sa, Varus).
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You’re not hitting Zeri 2★ but can flex into Varus + vertical 5/7 Exotech.
📍 Positioning Tip:
Put Sejuani in A2/A6 (second from the corners) to snipe enemy carries with her stun. Stack Mordekaiser up front with Exotech + Vanguard for unkillable pressure.
💡 When to Pivot Into These Comps
| Comp | Early Signal | Mid-Game Focus | High-Roll Win Condition |
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| Syndicate | Darius/LeBlanc 2★, AP items | Level 6 slow roll for 3★ LeBlanc | Syndicate Emblem or Divinicorp combo |
| Slayer Reroll | Vayne/Senna 2★, Featherweights | Level 6-7 slow roll | 6 Slayer with emblem or Zed flex |
| Exotech | Early Flux Capacitor, Zeri/Varus | Fast 7 into 5/7 Exotech board | Vanguard Emblem + Zeri 2★ |
🎉 Final Thoughts
Not every comp has to be EXO7ECH to get results. In Patch 14.6, these underrated comps thrive when uncontested—especially with the right augments or emblems. Whether you're climbing from Silver or stabilizing in Master, knowing when to pivot into off-meta builds is the secret to consistency.
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