Archived Comp: This comp is from a prior TFT set, kept here for when older sets get brought back in set revivals.

N.O.V.A. Kindred Comp

N.O.V.A. / Challenger comp built around Kindred in TFT Set 17 — 2-cost reroll, 37.4% top 4 across 80 ranked games.

N.O.V.A. Kindred D Tier
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Tier
D
Top 4 rate
37.4%
Avg place
5.34
1st place
4.9%
Playstyle
2-cost reroll
Games
80

Is N.O.V.A. Kindred good in TFT Set 17?

80 ranked games
D

N.O.V.A. Kindred is a 2-cost reroll comp rated D tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 37.4% of the time with an average place of 5.34 across 80 ranked games. That average place beats 28% of the 49 8-unit boards we track this patch. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.

5.34
Avg Place
4.88%
First Place
37.41%
Top 4 Rate
0.18%
Pick Rate

This comp averages a 5.34 placement with a 37.4% top 4 rate and a 4.9% first place rate across 80 ranked games. A 0.2% pick rate makes this a less contested composition.

N.O.V.A. / Challenger builds: Tahm Kench with Protector's Vow, Sunfire Cape, Warmog's Armor (78.1% top 4, +40.67% vs. the comp average); Maokai with Dragon's Claw, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage (82.4% top 4, +44.95% vs. the comp average); Caitlyn with Guinsoo's Rageblade, Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury (67.8% top 4, +30.39% vs. the comp average)
Maokai
Maokai
82.36%
Top 4 Rate
+44.95%
Difference
Severe Contested Risk
This comp has Very High contested risk and is highly contested and may be difficult to complete. The most contested units are Kindred, Tahm Kench, Morgana due to their popularity and high cost. Consider having backup carries in mind.
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N.O.V.A. Kindred units and star levels

The 8 units of the final board, with how often each finishes at 2 and 3 stars in this comp and the items it holds. Kindred is the main carry.

Unit2★3★Items
KindredKindred Carry59%1%Guinsoo's RagebladeGiant SlayerKraken's Fury
Tahm KenchTahm Kench60%0%Thief's Gloves
MorganaMorgana70%1%CrownguardGargoyle StoneplateWarmog's Armor
MaokaiMaokai80%6%Thief's Gloves
Bel'VethBel'Veth74%9%—
AkaliAkali Carry 3★69%29%DeathbladeHextech GunbladeStriker's Flail
AatroxAatrox83%8%—
CaitlynCaitlyn88%4%—

N.O.V.A. Kindred traits

The board activates N.O.V.A., Challenger, and Brawler. Highlighted numbers are the breakpoints this comp reaches.

N.O.V.A. Kindred game plan

2-cost reroll
  1. Early

    Open with units like Aatrox, Akali, Caitlyn, and Gragas and stay healthy until your carries show up.

  2. Mid

    Slow roll at level 6 above 50 gold until Akali hit 3 stars, then level up to finish the board.

  3. Items

    Build Guinsoo's Rageblade, Giant Slayer, and Kraken's Fury on Kindred.

How to play N.O.V.A. Kindred · N.O.V.A. Kindred items and best builds

N.O.V.A. Kindred variants

The same comp with one or two units swapped — green units are added, red ones are cut.

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N.O.V.A. Kindred FAQ – TFT Set 17

Is N.O.V.A. Kindred good in TFT Set 17?

N.O.V.A. Kindred is a 2-cost reroll comp rated D tier in TFT Set 17: it finishes top 4 37.4% of the time with an average place of 5.34 across 80 ranked games. That average place beats 28% of the 49 8-unit boards we track this patch. Results swing a lot — play it when the units come to you rather than forcing it.

Who are the carries in N.O.V.A. Kindred?

The damage in N.O.V.A. Kindred comes from Kindred and Akali. Kindred is the main carry and should get your first completed items.

What items does Kindred need in N.O.V.A. Kindred?

The best tracked build for Kindred in this comp is Guinsoo's Rageblade, Giant Slayer, and Kraken's Fury, with a 36.2% top 4 rate over 28 games. See the Items tab for every build and holder.

Is N.O.V.A. Kindred a reroll comp?

Yes. N.O.V.A. Kindred wants Akali at 3 stars, so slow roll at level 6 with gold above 50 until you hit them.

What traits does N.O.V.A. Kindred use?

N.O.V.A. Kindred runs N.O.V.A., Challenger, Brawler, Marauder, and Dark Lady.

Is N.O.V.A. Kindred contested?

Rarely. N.O.V.A. Kindred appears in only 0.18% of full boards, so you will usually have its units to yourself.