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5 CostBest Kindred build for TFT Set 16 with 70.5% top 4 rate. Top items: Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, and Red Buff. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 16 Kindred builds: Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Kraken's Fury (70.47% top four rate, +5.46% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Kraken's Fury (65.55% top four rate, +0.54% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Last Whisper (63.48% top four rate, -1.53% difference)
Kindred Component Priority Order in Set 16
When playing Kindred in TFT Set 16, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, Sparring Gloves, B.F. Sword from the carousel and item drops. Giant's Belt and Negatron Cloak are also valuable secondary components. These components build into Kindred'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 Kindred?
Recurve Bow is the 1st priority component for Kindred, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Red Buff, Last Whisper, Giant Slayer, which are core items for maximizing Kindred's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Kindred, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, Last Whisper, which are core items for maximizing Kindred's effectiveness.
B.F. Sword is the 3rd priority component for Kindred, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Giant Slayer, Deathblade, Spear of Shojin, which are core items for maximizing Kindred's effectiveness.
Kindred Carousel & Item Drop Tips
- Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Recurve Bow on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Kindred's best-in-slot items.
- Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Recurve Bow or Sparring Gloves 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 Kindred's secondary items for maximum power.
Should You Itemize Kindred in Set 16
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Kindred Itemization in Set 16
Kindred's optimal items provide +5.5% top four rate improvement—solid but not exceptional scaling.
3 out of 5 builds show negative performance compared to base rate, indicating poor item synergy.
Itemized Kindred achieves 22.7% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 5-cost champion, Kindred has high base stats and powerful abilities designed to scale with items.
Kindred Itemization Data Analysis
Our analysis of Kindred itemization in TFT Set 16 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Kindred has a base top four rate of 65.0%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Kindred item build achieves a 70.5% top four rate, representing a +5.5% difference from the base rate. 1 builds show 5-10% improvement, 1 builds show 0-5% improvement, and 3 builds actually underperform the baseline. On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Kindred achieves 64.3% top four rate (-0.7% vs base) with 3.68 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Kindred achieves a 22.7% first place rate. This is excellent first place potential, making Kindred a strong choice when you need to win rather than just top four.
✓When to Itemize Kindred
- When Kindred fits naturally into your composition's traits
- When you have item components that build Kindred's best items
- When Kindred is your primary late-game carry option
✗When NOT to Itemize Kindred
- When your team composition has a higher-scaling primary carry
- When Kindred's optimal items don't match your available components
Best Kindred Items in TFT Set 16
The best Kindred item is Thief's Gloves with a 72.58% win rate (+7.57% vs base), 15.59% first place rate, and 2.08% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 21.07% pick rate and 64.29% win rate. The top three Kindred items are Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, and Red Buff.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | B | 72.58% | +7.57% | 15.59% | 2.08% | 558 | ||
 | B | 69.68% | +4.67% | 15.29% | 2.19% | 587 | ||
 | B | 68.39% | +3.38% | 15.37% | 2.89% | 775 | ||
| 4 | | B | 67.71% | +2.70% | 14.99% | 4.99% | 1,338 | |
| 5 |  | B | 67.28% | +2.27% | 13.80% | 6.49% | 1,739 | |
| 6 |  | B | 67.25% | +2.24% | 13.50% | 10.73% | 2,876 | |
| 7 | | B | 66.97% | +1.96% | 13.19% | 4.56% | 1,223 | |
| 8 |  | B | 65.26% | +0.25% | 15.04% | 2.48% | 665 | |
| 9 |  | B | 64.29% | -0.72% | 12.69% | 21.07% | 5,648 | |
| 10 | | B | 63.60% | -1.41% | 12.86% | 8.23% | 2,206 |
Best Kindred Artifact Items in TFT Set 16
The best Kindred artifact item is Blighting Jewel with a 90.91% win rate (+25.90% vs base), 16.11% first place rate, and 0.04% pick rate. The most popular is Flickerblades with a 0.90% pick rate and 71.78% win rate. Zhonya's Paradox has the highest first place rate at 19.96%. The top three Kindred artifact items are Blighting Jewel, Mittens, and Hellfire Hatchet.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 90.91% | +25.90% | 16.11% | 0.04% | 11 | ||
| A | 81.11% | +16.10% | 17.10% | 0.34% | 90 | ||
| B | 78.26% | +13.25% | 16.25% | 0.09% | 23 | ||
| 4 | A | 73.33% | +8.32% | 17.41% | 0.28% | 75 | |
| 5 | B | 72.22% | +7.21% | 17.29% | 0.07% | 18 | |
| 6 | B | 72.00% | +6.99% | 14.55% | 0.09% | 25 | |
| 7 | B | 71.78% | +6.77% | 16.39% | 0.90% | 241 | |
| 8 | B | 70.91% | +5.90% | 14.92% | 0.62% | 165 | |
| 9 | B | 70.77% | +5.76% | 16.26% | 0.24% | 65 | |
| 10 | B | 67.72% | +2.71% | 17.36% | 0.59% | 158 | |
| 11 | B | 63.48% | -1.53% | 16.51% | 0.43% | 115 | |
| 12 | B | 62.96% | -2.05% | 15.01% | 0.60% | 162 | |
| 13 | A | 61.11% | -3.90% | 19.96% | 0.07% | 18 | |
| 14 | A | 60.98% | -4.03% | 18.98% | 0.31% | 82 | |
| 15 | B | 59.09% | -5.92% | 15.71% | 0.08% | 22 | |
| 16 | A | 57.14% | -7.87% | 17.23% | 0.08% | 21 | |
| 17 | B | 50.00% | -15.01% | 14.79% | 0.06% | 16 | |
| 18 | B | 46.67% | -18.34% | 15.32% | 0.06% | 15 | |
| 19 | B | 42.31% | -22.70% | 13.73% | 0.10% | 26 | |
| 20 | B | 38.89% | -26.12% | 15.80% | 0.07% | 18 |
Best Kindred Radiant Items in TFT Set 16
The best Kindred radiant item is Radiant Last Whisper with a 82.50% win rate (+17.49% vs base), 14.67% first place rate, and 0.30% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Kraken's Fury with a 0.51% pick rate and 71.32% win rate. Radiant Deathblade has the highest first place rate at 19.53%. The top three Kindred radiant items are Radiant Last Whisper, Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Radiant Deathblade.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 82.50% | +17.49% | 14.67% | 0.30% | 80 | ||
| B | 73.33% | +8.32% | 15.05% | 0.50% | 135 | ||
| B | 72.60% | +7.59% | 19.53% | 0.27% | 73 | ||
| 4 | B | 71.32% | +6.31% | 17.35% | 0.51% | 136 | |
| 5 | B | 70.53% | +5.52% | 18.93% | 0.35% | 95 | |
| 6 | B | 69.23% | +4.22% | 15.50% | 0.05% | 13 | |
| 7 | A | 66.27% | +1.26% | 16.99% | 0.31% | 83 | |
| 8 | B | 63.83% | -1.18% | 18.40% | 0.18% | 47 | |
| 9 | A | 61.54% | -3.47% | 17.68% | 0.05% | 13 | |
| 10 | A | 60.00% | -5.01% | 18.72% | 0.11% | 30 | |
| 11 | A | 53.33% | -11.68% | 17.82% | 0.06% | 15 | |
| 12 | B | 51.52% | -13.49% | 15.44% | 0.12% | 33 | |
| 13 | A | 50.00% | -15.01% | 16.89% | 0.06% | 16 | |
| 14 | B | 46.88% | -18.14% | 14.17% | 0.12% | 32 | |
| 15 | A | 45.45% | -19.56% | 18.83% | 0.04% | 11 |
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Kindred Set 16 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kindred's best build in Set 16?
The best Kindred build in TFT Set 16 features Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, and Kraken's Fury as core items. This build has a 70.47% win rate and is picked 0.93% of the time. First place rate: 24.16%, avg placement: 3.62.
What is the best item for Kindred?
Thief's Gloves is the best item for Kindred with a 72.58% win rate and 2.08% pick rate across 558 matches.
Which item is most popular on Kindred?
Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Kindred with a 21.07% pick rate. It has a 64.29% win rate across 5,648 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Kindred?
The top 3 items for Kindred are Thief's Gloves, Striker's Flail, and Red Buff. These items provide the best stats and synergies for Kindred's kit.
How many matches do the Kindred item builds have?
The Kindred item build data is based on 17,615 matches analyzed in TFT Set 16. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Thief's Gloves on Kindred?
Thief's Gloves is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 72.58% win rate on Kindred.
What components should I prioritize for Kindred in TFT Set 16?
Priority components for Kindred are Recurve Bow, Sparring Gloves, and B.F. Sword. These components build into Kindred's best items and should be picked early on carousel and from PvE rounds.
What should I pick on carousel for Kindred in TFT?
On carousel for Kindred TFT builds, prioritize Recurve Bow. These components are essential for Kindred's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.
Should I itemize Kindred in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Kindred is a strong item holder with a 70.5% win rate when properly itemized. Kindred should be a priority for your items in Kindred comps.
Is Kindred a good item holder in TFT Set 16?
Yes, Kindred is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 65.0% to 70.5%. Kindred scales well with items.
What is Kindred's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 16?
Kindred's top 4 rate when itemized is 64.3%. With proper items, Kindred matches the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Kindred emblem?
The best emblem for Kindred is Yordle Emblem with a 79.49% win rate. This emblem activates the Yordle trait on Kindred, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Kindred radiant item?
The top radiant item for Kindred is Radiant Archangel's Staff with a 87.50% win rate. Radiant items are stronger versions of base items and should be prioritized when available.
What is the best Kindred artifact?
The best artifact for Kindred is Hullcrusher with a 100.00% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Kindred's kit.