Kha Y Tran Aatrox TFT Set 16 Guide: Learn how to unlock Aatrox, best items, top team comps, and how to maximize the full power of the 5-cost Darkin Slayer carry.
1. Introduction to Aatrox—The Supreme 5-Cost Darkin Carry
Aatrox—5 Cost is one of the strongest late-game carries in TFT Set 16, delivering massive damage and incredible sustain thanks to the Darkin origin and Slayer class.
Unlock Requirements for Aatrox
Aatrox only appears in your shop after meeting these conditions:
- Have a unit with at least 40% Omnivamp on your board
- Reach Level 8
Once the conditions are fulfilled, Aatrox becomes available in the shop at the normal 5-cost roll rates.
Learn more about Aatrox: https://mobalytics.gg/tft/set16/champions/aatrox
2. Traits—Origin, Class & Special Mechanics
- Origin: Darkin
Grants heavy sustain and bonus effects when transformed. - Class: Slayer
Increases AD and Omnivamp based on missing HP, making Aatrox extremely hard to kill. - Special Mechanic – “World Ender”
When Aatrox is first reduced to 0 HP, he revives with full health, turning the tide in long fights.
3. Ability—The Darkin Blade
Aatrox unleashes a series of powerful slashes in straight lines, cones, or AoE zones.
Key effects include:
- High scaling with both AD and AP
- Can execute targets below 15% HP with the final strike
- Exceptional at wiping backline carries and finishing off weakened enemies
This makes Aatrox a dominant force in extended team fights.
4. Best Items for Aatrox (BiS Setup)
Aatrox performs best with items that increase survivability, attack speed, and sustained damage output.
Core Items:
- Bloodthirster—massive lifesteal + shield
- Guinsoo’s Rageblade—increasing Attack Speed over time
- Titan’s Resolve—ramping damage + durability as combat continues
Situational Items:
Deathblade, Hextech Gunblade, Sterak’s Gage.
5. Best Team Comps for Aatrox
🔹 Darkin + Slayer (Aatrox Main Carry)
This composition boosts Aatrox’s durability and damage through Slayer bonuses while leveraging Darkin sustain.
Ideal Teammates:
Fiora, Yone, Yasuo, Illaoi, Diana for frontline support, plus tanks like Ornn or Cho’Gath.
This comp allows Aatrox to fully utilize his revive mechanic and dominate prolonged battles.
6. Final Thoughts
Aatrox in TFT Set 16 is a premium 5-cost hyper carry, offering unmatched sustain, high execution damage, and game-changing revives.
To unleash his full potential:
- Meet the unlock requirement (40% Omnivamp + Level 8)
- Build lifesteal + attack-speed scaling items
- Use Slayer or Bruiser frontlines to protect him
With the right setup, Aatrox becomes the unstoppable Darkin World Ender on your TFT board.
Download Teamfight Tactics at https://teamfighttactics.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/
Hastag
#Aatrox #TeamfightTactics #Riotgame #Champion #Set16
