Rebels have become one of TFT Set 13's strongest compositions, known for their powerful late-game scaling and crowd control capabilities. Here's how to optimize this comp for consistent top-four finishes.

Core Units

Early Game (Stages 1-3):

• Vex (Rebel, Visionary)
• Sett (Rebel, Bruiser)
• Irelia (Rebel, Sentinel)
• Akali (Rebel, Quickstriker)
• Rell (Conqueror, Sentinel, Visionary)

Mid-Late Game Core Units:

• Jinx (Rebel, Ambusher) - Main carry
• Illaoi (Rebel, Sentinel) - Primary tank
• Zoe (Rebel, Sorcerer) - Secondary carry

Flex Units:

• Ekko (Firelight, Ambusher, Scrap)
• Elise (Black Rose, Form Swapper, Bruiser)
• Rumble (Junker King, Sentinel, Scrap)
• Viktor (Machine Herald)
• Leblanc (Sorcerer, Black Rose)
• Ambessa (Conqueror, Quickstriker)

Optimal Items

Tank Items (for Illaoi):

• Warmog's Armor
• Bramble Vest
• Gargoyle's Stoneplate

Carry Items: For Jinx:

• Spear of Shojin
• Infinity Edge
• Deathblade

For Zoe:

• Spear of Shojin
• Nashor's Tooth
• Jeweled Gauntlet

Best Augments:

• Rebel Crown
• Rebel Crest
• Paint the Town Blue

Strategy Guide

Early Game:

• Activate 3 Rebel trait
• Focus on 2-starring Irelia and Sett
• Either win or lose streak based on your board strength

Mid Game:

• Rush level 8
• Prioritize finding Illaoi and Zoe
• Transfer items from Vex to Zoe
• Build around Sentinel and Bruiser traits

Late Game:

• Position Jinx as your main carry
• Aim for 7 Rebels and 4 Sentinels
• Consider adding Leblanc for Sorcerer buff
• Use Rebel emblems on utility units like Rumble or Viktor

Key Tips:

• Fast 8 playstyle
• Prioritize Illaoi 2-star for frontline
• Save damage items for Jinx
• Maintain minimum 7 Rebels in final composition
• Use Rebel emblems strategically on support units

Consider this composition when you get early Rebel units or strong AD/AP item components. The flexibility of the comp allows for various transitions based on your augments and item drops.

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