Expedition Augment is a powerful ‘high-risk, high-reward’ Silver tier in TFT Set 17. By sacrificing units to hit a 33-gold milestone, players unlock a massive payout to dominate the late game. Check out the full Expedition Augment loot table and the fastest cash-out strategies below.
Expedition Augment (Stage 2)
At the start of every round, lose the champion in the rightmost bench slot. After losing 33 gold of champions in this way, gain a powerful reward. Gain a 3-cost champion now.
Full Expedition Augment Loot Table (33 Gold Cash-out)
The Expedition Augment offers one of the most explosive power spikes for a Silver tier. Once the 33-gold milestone is reached, players are granted a high-tier loot package designed to stabilize your board and dominate the late game. Here is the complete breakdown of what you get from the cash-out:
- 27 Gold: Instant economy boost.
- 2x Random 5-Cost Units: High-tier champions to stabilize your late-game board.
- 1x Component Anvil: Choose 1 out of 3 item components to finish your core items.
- 1x Masterwork Upgrade: A consumable item that transforms any completed item into its Radiant version.
How to hit the 33 Gold Milestone fast?
To maximize the value of the Expedition Augment, you need to hit the 33 Gold milestone as quickly as possible. Since the augment sacrifices the unit on the far right of your bench every round, here are the best strategies to accelerate your cash-out:
- Sacrifice 2-Star Units: Instead of feeding 1-star fodder (1g), sacrifice a 2-star unit. A 2-star 1-cost unit counts as 3 Gold, significantly cutting down the time needed to reach the target.
- Use High-Cost Champions: If you have extra gold or high-cost units from orbs, placing a 2-cost (2g) or 3-cost (3g) unit on the far-right slot will speed up the process.
- Monitor Your Bench: Always double-check your bench before the round starts. Ensure your core champions are moved to the left to avoid accidental sacrifice.
- Early Game Commitment: If you pick this augment at Stage 2-1, aim to finish the 33-gold sacrifice by Stage 3-5 or 4-1 to utilize the Masterwork Upgrade and 5-cost units while your HP is still healthy.
The Expedition Augment is one of the most debated Silver augments in TFT Set 17. While its rewards are undeniably powerful, the cost of sacrificing units and bench space can be risky.
Expedition Augment is Worth It if:
- You have a strong opener and can afford to lose some gold/units without dropping too much HP.
- You are playing a Fast-8 or Fast-9 strategy where early 5-cost units and Radiant items are game-changers.
- You have enough bench space to manage your core units safely.
Avoid it if:
- You are playing a Reroll composition (like 1-cost or 2-cost carries) that requires every inch of your bench to hit 3-stars.
- Your board is currently very weak and you are at risk of “dying” before the 33-gold payout.