CinderlingTFT Build
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1 CostBest Cinderling build for TFT Set 18 with 65.2% top 4 rate. Top items: Blue Buff, Spear of Shojin, and Deathblade. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 18 Cinderling builds: Blue Buff, Infinity Edge, Last Whisper (65.20% top four rate, +11.25% difference); Infinity Edge, Last Whisper, Spear of Shojin (63.96% top four rate, +10.01% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Spear of Shojin (62.94% top four rate, +8.99% difference)
Cinderling Component Priority Order in Set 18
When playing Cinderling in TFT Set 18, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, Tear Of The Goddess from the carousel and item drops. Sparring Gloves and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Cinderling's highest win rate items and will help you secure consistent top four placements. Focus on slamming items early using these components rather than holding for perfect items, as tempo is crucial for maintaining a healthy economy.
Why These Components for Cinderling?
Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Cinderling, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Last Whisper, Giant Slayer, Kraken's Fury, which are core items for maximizing Cinderling's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Cinderling, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Spear of Shojin, Deathblade, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Cinderling's effectiveness.
Tear Of The Goddess is the 3rd priority component for Cinderling, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Blue Buff, Spear of Shojin, which are core items for maximizing Cinderling's effectiveness.
Cinderling Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Cinderling's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Recurve Bow or B.F. Sword to complete your core items. Don't greed for perfect components—slam items to preserve HP.
- Late Game (Stage 5+): Use any remaining components to build utility items or complete Cinderling's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Cinderling in Set 18
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Cinderling Itemization in Set 18
Cinderling's best item build provides +11.3% top four rate improvement. 2 builds achieve 10%+ improvement.
As a 1-cost champion, Cinderling is easier to 3-star. When 3-starred with proper items, low-cost carries can be very effective.
Cinderling Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Cinderling itemization in TFT Set 18 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Cinderling has a base top four rate of 54.0%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Cinderling item build achieves a 65.2% top four rate, representing a +11.3% difference from the base rate. 2 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 1 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Cinderling achieves 58.9% top four rate (+5.0% vs base) with 4.09 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Cinderling achieves a 13.0% first place rate. This provides reasonable first place upside while maintaining consistent top four finishes.
✓When to Itemize Cinderling
- When you find Cinderling early and can build around it as your primary carry
- When you have the optimal item components (check the Component Priority section above)
- When the lobby isn't heavily contesting Cinderling's key items
- When you can commit to 3-starring Cinderling through slow rolling
✗When NOT to Itemize Cinderling
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Cinderling Items in TFT Set 18
The best Cinderling item is Blue Buff with a 60.40% win rate (+6.45% vs base), 13.78% first place rate, and 9.37% pick rate. The most popular is Infinity Edge with a 20.55% pick rate and 55.70% win rate. Last Whisper has the highest first place rate at 16.96%. The top three Cinderling items are Blue Buff, Spear of Shojin, and Deathblade.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 60.40% | +6.45% | 13.78% | 9.37% | 5,640 | ||
 | C | 57.97% | +4.02% | 14.58% | 10.76% | 6,481 | ||
  | B | 57.39% | +3.44% | 16.96% | 14.25% | 8,583 | ||
| 4 | | C | 57.70% | +3.75% | 15.89% | 6.19% | 3,726 | |
| 5 | | B | 57.42% | +3.47% | 14.99% | 6.94% | 4,180 | |
| 6 | | C | 55.70% | +1.75% | 14.38% | 20.55% | 12,371 | |
| 7 |  | C | 56.99% | +3.04% | 16.12% | 2.62% | 1,578 | |
| 8 | | S | 55.75% | +1.80% | 16.95% | 4.36% | 2,625 | |
| 9 |  | F | 55.10% | +1.15% | 13.38% | 7.58% | 4,566 | |
| 10 |  | A | 49.40% | -4.55% | 16.80% | 2.85% | 1,715 |
Best Cinderling Artifact Items in TFT Set 18
The best Cinderling artifact item is Gold Collector with a 55.66% win rate (+1.71% vs base), 17.62% first place rate, and 0.21% pick rate. The most popular is Dawncore with a 0.22% pick rate and 52.80% win rate. Flickerblades has the highest first place rate at 21.51%. The top three Cinderling artifact items are Gold Collector, Manazane, and Mittens.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C | 55.66% | +1.71% | 17.62% | 0.21% | 125 | ||
| D | 55.25% | +1.30% | 13.08% | 0.18% | 108 | ||
| A | 52.80% | -1.15% | 16.56% | 0.22% | 135 | ||
| 4 | F | 51.79% | -2.16% | 14.71% | 0.14% | 86 | |
| 5 | D | 49.99% | -3.96% | 16.75% | 0.16% | 94 | |
| 6 | C | 53.77% | -0.18% | 15.55% | 0.07% | 41 | |
| 7 | D | 50.57% | -3.38% | 16.10% | 0.10% | 61 | |
| 8 | S | 45.30% | -8.65% | 21.51% | 0.22% | 135 | |
| 9 | D | 48.28% | -5.67% | 15.11% | 0.06% | 34 | |
| 10 | D | 43.59% | -10.36% | 13.14% | 0.10% | 61 | |
| 11 | B | 52.53% | -1.42% | 15.14% | 0.02% | 14 | |
| 12 | D | 48.01% | -5.94% | 11.92% | 0.04% | 26 | |
| 13 | B | 49.97% | -3.98% | 16.17% | 0.03% | 18 | |
| 14 | S | 43.30% | -10.65% | 21.02% | 0.03% | 20 | |
| 15 | D | 46.02% | -7.93% | 13.32% | 0.02% | 13 | |
| 16 | C | 44.25% | -9.70% | 14.12% | 0.02% | 10 |
Best Cinderling Radiant Items in TFT Set 18
The best Cinderling radiant item is Radiant Blue Buff with a 65.33% win rate (+11.38% vs base), 16.17% first place rate, and 0.10% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Infinity Edge with a 0.17% pick rate and 58.32% win rate. Radiant Red Buff has the highest first place rate at 18.28%. The top three Cinderling radiant items are Radiant Blue Buff, Radiant Giant Slayer, and Radiant Deathblade.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 65.33% | +11.38% | 16.17% | 0.10% | 63 | ||
| D | 58.32% | +4.37% | 14.83% | 0.17% | 101 | ||
| F | 60.12% | +6.17% | 15.70% | 0.08% | 49 | ||
| 4 | C | 60.50% | +6.55% | 15.19% | 0.05% | 32 | |
| 5 | D | 52.89% | -1.06% | 11.96% | 0.10% | 61 | |
| 6 | D | 53.77% | -0.18% | 14.49% | 0.07% | 41 | |
| 7 | B | 53.75% | -0.20% | 15.54% | 0.05% | 28 | |
| 8 | C | 52.86% | -1.09% | 16.12% | 0.04% | 27 | |
| 9 | C | 52.30% | -1.65% | 18.28% | 0.03% | 18 | |
| 10 | D | 48.97% | -4.98% | 17.50% | 0.04% | 25 |
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Cinderling Set 18 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cinderling's best build in Set 18?
The best Cinderling build in TFT Set 18 features Blue Buff, Infinity Edge, and Last Whisper as core items. This build has a 65.20% win rate and is picked 3.25% of the time. First place rate: 14.63%, avg placement: 3.75.
What is the best item for Cinderling?
Blue Buff is the best item for Cinderling with a 60.40% win rate and 9.37% pick rate across 5,640 matches.
Which item is most popular on Cinderling?
Infinity Edge is the most popular item on Cinderling with a 20.55% pick rate. It has a 55.70% win rate across 12,371 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Cinderling?
The top 3 items for Cinderling are Blue Buff, Spear of Shojin, and Deathblade. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Cinderling's kit.
How many matches do the Cinderling item builds have?
The Cinderling item build data is based on 52,696 matches analyzed in TFT Set 18. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Blue Buff on Cinderling?
Blue Buff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 60.40% win rate on Cinderling.
What components should I prioritize for Cinderling in TFT Set 18?
Priority components for Cinderling are Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, and Tear Of The Goddess. These components build into Cinderling's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Cinderling in TFT?
On carousel for Cinderling TFT builds, prioritize Recurve Bow. These components are essential for Cinderling's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Cinderling in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Cinderling is a strong item holder with a 65.2% win rate when properly itemized. Cinderling should be a priority for your items in Cinderling comps.
Is Cinderling a good item holder in TFT Set 18?
Yes, Cinderling is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 54.0% to 65.2%. Cinderling scales well with items.
What is Cinderling's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 18?
Cinderling's top 4 rate when itemized is 58.9%. With proper items, Cinderling matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Cinderling emblem?
The best emblem for Cinderling is Rapidfire Emblem with a 61.62% win rate. This emblem activates the Rapidfire trait on Cinderling, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Cinderling radiant item?
The top radiant item for Cinderling is Radiant Blue Buff with a 65.33% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Cinderling artifact?
The best artifact for Cinderling is Silvermere Dawn with a 56.02% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Cinderling's kit.