Kha Y Tran Teamfight Tactics Patch 17.8 is the final update of Set 17. TFT Set 18 arrives soon after. Although this is not a massive balance patch, it still introduces several important champion adjustments, trait changes, item updates, and a brand-new game mode.
Therefore, players who want one last push in ranked should understand every major change before jumping into their next match.
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What’s New in TFT Patch 17.8?
Patch 17.8 launches on July 29, 2026. It closes the final chapter of TFT Set 17. Instead of changing the entire meta, Riot focuses on balance adjustments. Several champions receive buffs. Others get small nerfs. In addition, Gnar and Morgana gain new traits. Meanwhile, the PBE server for Set 18 also opens. Finally, Choncc’s Classic Treasure becomes the biggest feature of the update.
Champion Changes
Briar Buff
First, Briar receives a welcome buff.
- Base AD: 35/53/79 → 40/60/90
As a result, Briar deals noticeably more damage throughout every stage of the game. Therefore, she becomes a more reliable carry in AD-focused compositions.
Twisted Fate Buff
Next, Twisted Fate gains more maximum spell damage.
- Maximum Damage:
410/610/920 → 450/675/1015
Consequently, AP compositions built around him become stronger during late-game fights. Furthermore, his finishing potential improves against high-health enemies.
Akali Nerf
However, Akali receives a small nerf.
- Physical Damage per second:
15/22/28 → 14/18/25
Although the numbers appear minor, they reduce her ability to instantly eliminate enemy backline carries. Therefore, positioning becomes even more important.
Gnar Gains Bruiser
Gnar now gains the Bruiser trait.
Because of this, he fits naturally into additional frontline compositions. Moreover, Bruiser teams become easier to activate without sacrificing damage.tline value.
Diana
Diana receives mixed adjustments.
Mana:
- 0/50 → 0/40
Shield:
- 275/325/515 → 230/280/450
She now casts more often. However, her shield is weaker. Overall, she becomes more aggressive.
Miss Fortune
Miss Fortune receives buffs in both forms.
Transmission Mode:
- DPS:
90/135/215 → 100/150/250
Replication Mode:
- Damage:
305/460/730 → 330/495/745
Therefore, she becomes a stronger late-game carry. She also performs better in long fights.
Samira
Meanwhile, Samira loses some power.
Passive Damage
- 65/95/155 → 55/83/140
Knock-up Duration
- 1 second → 0.75 second
As a result, Samira can still carry games. However, she no longer dominates fights as easily as before.
Morgana
Morgana gains the Transmission trait.
She also receives balance adjustments.
- Mana: 30/80 → 45/95
- Health: 795/1051 → 745/1001
Consequently, she casts less often. However, her new trait creates fresh team-building options.
Riven
Riven receives extra damage.
- Damage:
90/135 → 100/150 - Wave Damage:
160/240 → 180/270
Therefore, she becomes a stronger mid-game carry.
Zed
Zed’s clones lose durability.
- Bonus Health:
33/40/40% → 25/35/40%
Because of this, clone-based strategies become weaker. Players must position Zed more carefully.
Transmission Trait
The Transmission trait also changes.
At five units:
- Team Mana regeneration:
3 → 2 - Transmission champions:
remain at 9 Mana
As a result, splash versions become weaker. However, full Transmission teams stay competitive.
Item Changes
Several items also receive adjustments.
Biomatter Preservation
- Healing:
22% → 30% - Bonus Health:
550 → 650
Therefore, Super Units become much tankier.
Target Lock Scope
- Heal:
20% → 30% - Bonus AD:
20% → 30% - Bonus AP:
20 → 30
As a result, both AD and AP carries benefit more from this item.
Drone Link
- Drone damage:
20% → 30%
Consequently, sustained damage increases.
Virus Matrix
- Splash Damage:
75 → 100 - Cooldown:
0.75s → 1s - Damage Amplification:
10% → 15%
Although the cooldown is longer, the item deals more damage overall.
Frozen Armor
Frozen Armor becomes weaker.
- Shield:
25% → 20% - Stun:
2s → 1.5s
Fallen Lion
Its defensive stats are reduced.
Obliteration
This item also loses some Attack Damage and Mana.
Universe Reset
The augment becomes much stronger.
- Free rerolls:
8 → 15
Therefore, reroll compositions become more consistent.
Choncc’s Classic Treasure
The biggest feature of Patch 17.8 is undoubtedly Choncc’s Classic Treasure.
Instead of focusing on ranked competition, this mode celebrates classic League of Legends through nostalgic encounters and iconic rewards.
For example:
- Ryze grants classic Runes.
- Karthus gives a complete team.
- Baron awards 70 Gold.
- Nasus opens a 7-cost carousel.
- Teemo grants a fourth Augment.
- Tristana provides 9,999 rerolls.
- Kayle rewards an Artifact.
Moreover, players can once again use legendary classic items such as Banner of Command, Sword of the Divine, and Lucky Pick. As a result, longtime League fans can enjoy one final nostalgic adventure before Set 18 launches.
Final Thoughts
Overall, TFT Patch 17.8 serves as a farewell update rather than a complete meta overhaul. Although most balance changes are relatively small, they still improve overall champion diversity. Meanwhile, buffs to Briar, Miss Fortune, Riven, and Twisted Fate create fresh opportunities. However, nerfs to Samira, Akali, Morgana, and Zed prevent the strongest compositions from becoming overwhelming.
Finally, Choncc’s Classic Treasure steals the spotlight with its nostalgic gameplay and entertaining encounters. Therefore, Patch 17.8 offers the perfect opportunity to enjoy the final days of Set 17 before Riot officially welcomes players into TFT Set 18.
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