Nidalee TFT Comps
4 CostThe best Nidalee team comp features Caretaker , Defender , Huntress , Juggernaut , Piltover , Dragonborn , Arcanist , and Targon with a 87.50% win rate. The most popular Nidalee comp uses Caretaker , Defender , Huntress , Piltover , Arcanist , and Targon and is picked 0.38% of the time in TFT Set 16.
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 73.65% across all compositions. The top performing Nidalee comp achieves an impressive 78.57% win rate, built around Caretaker, Defender, Huntress traits, while alternative builds leverage Caretaker, Defender. 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.
        | 3.20 Avg Place | 78.57% Win Rate | 18.57% First Place | 0.12% Pick Rate | ||||
 | 3.31 Avg Place | 74.89% Win Rate | 16.88% First Place | 0.38% Pick Rate | ||||
   | 3.38 Avg Place | 67.50% Win Rate | 30.00% First Place | 0.07% Pick Rate |
Nidalee Comp Trait Synergies in TFT Set 16
Caretaker
Defender
Huntress
Piltover
Arcanist
TargonPrimary Synergies
Nidalee excels in compositions that leverage Caretaker, Defender, Huntress synergies. The Caretaker trait appears in 100% of Nidalee comps with a 74.8% average win rate. Building around these core traits provides consistent performance and flexible itemization options throughout the game.
Supporting Traits
Supporting traits like Piltover, Arcanist, Targon 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
Start your game by picking up Aphelios, Bard , Neeko, Vi. These 1-2 cost units form the foundation of this 78.6% win rate composition, providing early trait activations and board stability. Focus on building economy while collecting these pieces.
Stage 3-4Mid Game
Transition your board around Stage 3-4 by adding Loris. 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
Nidalee is your late game addition. Complete this Caretaker/Defender/Huntress composition with Swain, Shyvana in the late game. These high-cost units are essential for the comp's 78.6% win rate. Level to 8-9 and prioritize 2-starring your carries.
ItemsBest in Slot Items for This Nidalee Comp
For optimal Nidalee itemization in this Caretaker/Defender/Huntress comp, prioritize equipping Nidalee with Jeweled Gauntlet, Striker's Flail, Hand Of Justice. Secondary item holders include Neeko (Bramble Vest, Sunfire Cape, Spirit Visage); Aphelios (Guinsoo's Rageblade, Infinity Edge, Kraken's Fury). 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
When playing this Nidalee Caretaker/Defender/Huntress comp, prioritize Sparring Gloves, Giant's Belt, Chain Vest, Needlessly Large Rod during carousel rounds and PvE stages. Sparring Gloves is the most valuable component, appearing in 4 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 16, the Caretaker/Defender/Huntress composition with a 78.6% 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: Caretaker/Defender/Huntress
This Caretaker/Defender/Huntress composition shares 88% of its units with the best Nidalee comp, achieving a 74.9% win rate. You'll need to sell Shyvana from your board and replace them with Taric. 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: Caretaker/Defender/Huntress
This Caretaker/Defender/Huntress composition shares 88% of its units with the best Nidalee comp, achieving a 67.5% win rate. You'll need to sell Shyvana from your board and replace them with Xin Zhao. 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 16.
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Nidalee Set 16 Comps - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the highest win rate Nidalee team comp?
The highest win rate Nidalee team comp features Aphelios, Bard , Loris, Neeko, Nidalee , Shyvana, Swain, Taric, and Vi with a 87.50% win rate. This comp utilizes the Caretaker, Defender, Huntress, Juggernaut, Piltover, Dragonborn, Arcanist, and Targon traits and is picked 0.07% of the time.
Which Nidalee team comp is most popular?
The most popular Nidalee team comp uses Aphelios, Bard , Loris, Neeko, Nidalee , Swain, Taric, and Vi with a pick rate of 0.38%. This composition features the Caretaker, Defender, Huntress, Piltover, Arcanist, and Targon traits and has a 74.89% win rate.
Which Nidalee TFT team comp has the highest first place rate?
The Nidalee comp with the highest first place rate includes Aphelios, Bard , Loris, Neeko, Nidalee , Shyvana, Swain, Taric, and Vi and achieves first place 37.50% of the time. This comp uses the Caretaker, Defender, Huntress, Juggernaut, Piltover, Dragonborn, Arcanist, and Targon traits and has a 87.50% overall win rate.
Which Nidalee comp has the best average placement?
The Nidalee comp with the best average placement features Aphelios, Bard , Loris, Neeko, Nidalee , Shyvana, Swain, Taric, and Vi with an average placement of 0.00. This team comp utilizes the Caretaker, Defender, Huntress, Juggernaut, Piltover, Dragonborn, Arcanist, and Targon traits and maintains a 87.50% win rate.
What are the most common TFT traits used in Nidalee TFT comps?
The most common traits found in Nidalee comps are Caretaker, Defender, Huntress, Piltover, and Arcanist. These traits appear frequently across top-performing Nidalee team compositions and provide strong synergies with Nidalee 's abilities and playstyle.