Iceborn Gauntlet
There was a time when Iceborn Gauntlet was considered one of the worst items in Teamfight Tactics season 4. It could be said that this item was almost useless when facing compositions that revolve around long-range carries or heavy burst damage. However, in patch 11.6, this item has become significantly stronger without any adjustments from Riot. The reason is that it is an extremely effective counter to Tryndamere at this moment.
Usually used in Butcher compositions, players rarely activate the Duelist trait and add attack speed to Tryndamere. Therefore, when facing Iceborn Gauntlet, Tryndamere suffers a significant decrease in attack speed and damage output. In fact, this item is also extremely strong against compositions with many melee champions such as Vanguard – Legend or Brawlers. The advice is to combine Iceborn Gauntlet late game to counter the aforementioned compositions.
Redemption
In patch 11.6, area damage compositions are showing to be relatively strong. Some typical names we can mention include Sorcerers, Protectors, Vanguard – Legend. These compositions basically have few hard counters as they can deal good damage to both the front and backlines of the opponent. To counter these compositions, some experts have turned to Redemption as a temporary solution.
The weakness of Redemption is that it is difficult to optimize healing capabilities. However, when facing strong area damage compositions, this weakness becomes irrelevant. At that point, your key units holding significant damage-dealing skills will survive longer and increase the win rate for players. The advice is to combine this item when you notice your opponents are planning to build a Protector, Sorcerer, or Vanguard – Mystic team…
Zz’Rot Portal
It is not an exaggeration to say that this is the best tank item at the moment and is suitable for all types of tank champions. Zz’Rot Portal is even considered a “signature item” for Annie and helps the Sorcerer team secure the final victory. When the opponent is taunted and walks towards Annie, they will naturally stand in the same area and are easily affected by Lulu’s Giant Growth ability. Not to mention the massive damage from Aurelion Sol.
In addition, this item is also a necessary protective measure for frontline carries. Champions holding Zz’Rot Portal will attract the attention of enemy units, creating more space for damage-dealing carries. With units like Tryndamere, Shyvana, Kennen… being extremely popular, Zz’Rot Portal is an important part to ensure that your carries survive as long as possible.