Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 16 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Kindred TFT champion portrait - Set 16
Avg Place
3.68
1st Place
22.5%
Top 4
65.7%
Pick Rate
10.1%

KindredTFT Stats

Set 16
SetSet 17
Matches364,187
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMay 5, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Dash, then create a 2-hex radius zone for 3/3/99 seconds that shields allies within for 350/750/10000 (+ap) health for the zone's duration. While active, double current Attack Speed and on attack, fire a secondary arrow at a nearby enemy that deals (+25ad) physical damage.

When the zone ends, heal all allies for 0 (+ap) of damage dealt while it was up and dash away.
Kindred has a Very High contested risk with a 10.07% pick rate. This 5-cost unit is extremely likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Kindred include Bruiser/Gunslinger, Juggernaut/Eternal, Harvester/Juggernaut.
Utility
This unit provides utility through traits, abilities, buffs, or crowd control

In 75% of team compositions, Kindred is played for utility without carry items. Focus items on your main carry instead. As a 5-cost unit, Kindred brings strong late-game utility to your team.

Strategy Guide

Utility
Highly Contested
Skip Items
Flexible
Level 9+
5-Cost
High Value
Role
Kindred is typically played for utility. Focus items on your main carry instead.
Leveling
Find Kindred by leveling to 9+. This 5-cost unit has low odds at lower levels.
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Defender/Freljord (89.7%), Bruiser/Defender (84.6%).
Contest Warning
Kindred has a highly contested risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Kindred is a flexible unit that fits into 8+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Kindred activates Eternal, Quickstriker. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 16 Kindred Stats

  • Kindred healthHealth:900
  • Kindred manaMana:200
  • Kindred armorArmor:40
  • Kindred magic resistanceMR:40
  • Kindred attack damageAD:73
  • Kindred attack speed AS:0.90
  • Kindred attack rangeAttack Range:4
  • Kindred critical strike chanceCrit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Kindred performance analysis shows exceptional win rate (93th percentile) and exceptional average placement (92th percentile). Kindred's six key metrics: win rate (93th percentile), popularity (75th percentile), average placement (92th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Kindred

Kindred is a 5-cost champion in TFT Set 16 with a 65.7% win rate and 3.68 average placement. Kindred has a 10.1% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 65.7% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Excellent 3.68 average placement for consistent top 4
  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Premium 5-cost unit with powerful late-game impact

Weaknesses

  • High 5-cost makes it harder to hit early and 2-star
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Save gold early and level to find Kindred at higher levels.

2

Itemization

Kindred works best with proper items - check the Build tab for optimal item recommendations.

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Kindred with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Kindred Set 16 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Kindred good in TFT Set 16?

Kindred is currently a S-tier champion with a 65.71% win rate and 3.68 average placement in TFT Set 16. This makes Kindred a top-tier pick that ranks 3rd among 18 5-cost champions. Kindred activates the Eternal and Quickstriker traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Kindred in TFT?

The best items for Kindred in TFT Set 16 are Deathblade (70.1% win rate), Last Whisper (70.1% win rate) and Giant Slayer (69.8% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Guinsoo's Rageblade, Last Whisper and Kraken's Fury, achieving a 68.8% top 4 rate. Visit the Kindred Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Kindred in TFT Set 16?

The best team compositions featuring Kindred in TFT Set 16 are Defender/Freljord (89.7% win rate), Bruiser/Defender (84.6% win rate) and World Ender/Bruiser (84.3% win rate). Kindred is a flexible unit that fits into 8+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Kindred Comps page.

Is Kindred a carry or support in TFT?

Kindred is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 16. As a 5-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Kindred your best items, ideally Guinsoo's Rageblade, Last Whisper and Kraken's Fury. Level up to find Kindred and 2-star it as your primary damage dealer.

When should I roll for Kindred in TFT?

Kindred has the highest shop odds at level 10 with a 6.94% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 5-cost unit, prioritize leveling to 9+ before rolling to maximize your odds of finding Kindred.

What traits does Kindred have in TFT Set 16?

Kindred has the Eternal and Quickstriker traits in TFT Set 16. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Kindred Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Kindred compare to other 5-cost units?

Kindred ranks 3rd out of 18 5-cost champions in win rate (65.71%) in TFT Set 16. With a 10.07% pick rate and 3.68 average placement, Kindred is one of the strongest 5-cost option. Similar 5-cost alternatives include Zilean, Fiddlesticks and Shyvana.

Is Kindred contested in TFT Set 16?

Kindred has a high pick rate of 10.07%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 16. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Kindred, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.