Nidalee TFT champion portrait - Set 18
Avg Place
4.06
1st Place
24.1%
Top 4
58.9%

NidaleeTFT Comps

Set 18
Set18
Matches500,000
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedSep 20, 2026 UTC
MethodologyData Methodology

The best Nidalee team comp features Monolith , Blackthorn , Brawler , Adaptor , Hunter , Invoker , Primal , Riftbeast , Vanguard , Caustic , and Emerald Aspect with a 87.64% win rate. The most popular Nidalee comp uses Blossom , Brawler , Adaptor , Primal , Rival , Caustic , and Juggernaut and is picked 1.21% of the time in TFT Set 18.

Explore the best TFT team compositions featuring Nidalee as a core unit in your lineup. Our analysis covers 3 viable team comps that include Nidalee, with an average win rate of 79.81% across all compositions. The top performing Nidalee comp achieves an impressive 81.34% win rate, built around Blossom, Adaptor, Primal traits, while alternative builds leverage Blossom, Brawler. This comprehensive table shows every competitive team composition using Nidalee, sorted by win rate to help you find the strongest builds for climbing ranked. Each composition displays the complete champion lineup, optimal item builds for carry units, all active traits with breakpoints, and detailed performance statistics including average placement, win rate, first place rate, and pick rate. Toggle between 8 and 9 champion compositions using the filters above to match your preferred board state.

1,049 gamesPick Rate0.29%
2.90
Avg Place
81.34%
Top 4 Rate
22.81%
First Place
High Contested Risk
4,304 gamesPick Rate1.21%
3.01
Avg Place
79.20%
Top 4 Rate
24.65%
First Place
High Contested Risk
1,228 gamesPick Rate0.35%
3.08
Avg Place
78.89%
Top 4 Rate
19.94%
First Place
High Contested Risk

Nidalee Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 18

BlossomBlossom
100%79.5% WR
AdaptorAdaptor
100%79.5% WR
PrimalPrimal
100%79.5% WR
CausticCaustic
100%79.5% WR
JuggernautJuggernaut
100%79.5% WR
BrawlerBrawler
67%79.1% WR

Primary Synergies

Nidalee excels in compositions that leverage Blossom, Adaptor, Primal synergies. The Blossom trait appears in 100% of Nidalee comps with a 79.5% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.

Supporting Traits

Supporting traits like Caustic, Juggernaut, Brawler complement Nidalee comps by providing additional utility and stat bonuses. These secondary synergies often activate naturally when building your core composition, adding defensive or offensive capabilities without requiring dedicated slots.

How to Play the Best Nidalee Comp

Stage 2-3Early Game

Yorick
Yorick

Start your game by picking up Yorick. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 81.3% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.

Stage 3-4Mid Game

Master Yi
Master Yi
Kog'Maw
Kog'Maw
Krug
Krug
Vi
Vi

Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Master Yi, Kog'Maw, Krug, Vi. These 3-cost units are crucial for this composition's power spike and help complete key trait breakpoints. Level to 6-7 and stabilize your board.

Stage 4-5Late Game

Sett
Sett
Gnar
Gnar

Nidalee is your late game addition. Complete this Blossom/Adaptor/Primal composition with Sett, Gnar in the late game. These high-cost units are essential for the comp's 81.3% win rate. Level to 8-9 and prioritize 2-starring your carries.

ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Nidalee Comp

Gnar
Gnar
Thief's Gloves
Krug
Krug
Thief's Gloves
Master Yi
Master Yi
Brawler Emblem
Edge of Night
Guinsoo's Rageblade
Sett
Sett
Thief's Gloves
Kog'Maw
Kog'Maw
Infinity Edge
Red Buff
Spear of Shojin
Vi
Vi
Brawler Emblem
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Sunfire Cape
Nidalee
Nidalee
Hunter Emblem
Bloodthirster
Edge of Night
Yorick
Yorick
Brawler Emblem
Gargoyle Stoneplate
Sunfire Cape

For optimal Nidalee itemization in this Blossom/Adaptor/Primal comp, prioritize equipping Gnar with Thief's Gloves. Secondary item holders include Krug (Thief's Gloves); Master Yi (Brawler Emblem, Edge of Night, Guinsoo's Rageblade); Sett (Thief's Gloves); Kog'Maw (Infinity Edge, Red Buff, Spear of Shojin); Vi (Brawler Emblem, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape); Nidalee (Hunter Emblem, Bloodthirster, Edge of Night); Yorick (Brawler Emblem, Gargoyle Stoneplate, Sunfire Cape). Focus on collecting the right components during carousel rounds and PvE stages to complete these Best in Slot (BiS) items for maximum damage output and survivability.

PriorityTop Components to Look for on Carousel

Sparring Gloves
Sparring Gloves×7 items
B.F. Sword
B.F. Sword×6 items
Chain Vest
Chain Vest×6 items
Giant's Belt
Giant's Belt×5 items

When playing this Nidalee Blossom/Adaptor/Primal comp, prioritize Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword, Chain Vest, Giant's Belt during carousel rounds and PvE stages. Sparring Gloves is the most valuable component, appearing in 7 of the core items for this composition. Early carousel priority should focus on these key components to ensure you can complete your carry items by mid-game. If contested, look for completed items or flexible components that can pivot into multiple BiS options.

Pivot Suggestions

When playing Nidalee in TFT Set 18, the Blossom/Adaptor/Primal composition with a 81.3% win rate is often the strongest choice. However, in competitive lobbies, other players may contest key units, making it difficult to 2-star your carries. Knowing when and how to pivot to alternative Nidalee team comps is essential for maintaining a top 4 placement. Below are the best pivot compositions that share core units with the optimal Nidalee build, allowing for a smooth transition without sacrificing too much board strength.

Pivot Option 1: Blossom/Brawler/Adaptor

79.2% WR88% overlap
Keep these units
Master Yi
Sett
Yorick
Kog'Maw
Krug
Nidalee
Vi
Sell these units
Gnar
Add these units
Rengar

This Blossom/Brawler/Adaptor composition shares 88% of its units with the best Nidalee comp, achieving a 79.2% win rate. You'll need to sell Gnar from your board and replace them with Rengar. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Nidalee's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.

Pivot Option 2: Blossom/Brawler/Adaptor

78.9% WR88% overlap
Keep these units
Master Yi
Sett
Yorick
Kog'Maw
Krug
Nidalee
Vi
Sell these units
Gnar
Add these units
Gromp

This Blossom/Brawler/Adaptor composition shares 88% of its units with the best Nidalee comp, achieving a 78.9% win rate. You'll need to sell Gnar from your board and replace them with Gromp. This pivot can be executed smoothly at any stage since you retain most of your board. This flexibility makes it an excellent backup plan when Nidalee's primary composition is heavily contested in your lobby.

When to Pivot Your Nidalee TFT Comp

Recognizing when to pivot is just as important as knowing what to pivot to. Scout your lobby early and often - if you see 2 or more players building the same Nidalee composition, consider transitioning to one of these alternative builds. The best time to pivot is typically during Stage 3-4, before you've fully committed your gold and items to the contested build. Remember that a completed pivot comp with 2-star units will almost always outperform a contested comp stuck at 1-star. Use these Nidalee pivot strategies to adapt to your lobby and secure consistent top 4 finishes in TFT Set 18.

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Nidalee Set 18 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the highest win rate Nidalee team comp?

The highest win rate Nidalee team comp features Malphite, Rek'Sai, Sivir, Cinderling, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, Sentinel, and Taric with a 87.64% win rate. This comp utilizes the Monolith, Blackthorn, Brawler, Adaptor, Hunter, Invoker, Primal, Riftbeast, Vanguard, Caustic, and Emerald Aspect traits and is picked 0.34% of the time.

Which Nidalee team comp is most popular?

The most popular Nidalee team comp uses Master Yi, Rengar, Sett, Yorick, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, and Vi with a pick rate of 1.21%. This composition features the Blossom, Brawler, Adaptor, Primal, Rival, Caustic, and Juggernaut traits and has a 79.20% win rate.

Which Nidalee TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?

The Nidalee comp with the highest first place rate includes Ashe, Malphite, Rek'Sai, Sivir, Cinderling, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, and Sentinel and achieves first place 27.29% of the time. This comp uses the Monolith, Blackthorn, Brawler, Adaptor, Invoker, Primal, Riftbeast, and Caustic traits and has a 86.69% overall win rate.

Which Nidalee comp has the best average placement?

The Nidalee comp with the best average placement features Malphite, Rek'Sai, Sivir, Cinderling, Kog'Maw, Krug, Nidalee, Sentinel, and Taric with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Monolith, Blackthorn, Brawler, Adaptor, Hunter, Invoker, Primal, Riftbeast, Vanguard, Caustic, and Emerald Aspect traits and maintains a 87.64% win rate.

What are the most common TFT traits used in Nidalee TFT comps?

The most common traits found in Nidalee comps are Adaptor, Primal, Caustic, Brawler, and Blossom. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Nidalee team compositions and provide strong synergies with Nidalee's abilities and playstyle.