Caitlyn TFT champion portrait - Set 17
Avg Place
4.35
1st Place
17.9%
Top 4
53.4%
Pick Rate
12.6%

CaitlynTFT Stats

Set 17
SetSet 17
Matches589,735
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedJun 1, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology
Passive: Attacks have a 15% Lucky chance to fire an empowered Headshot, dealing (+ad +ap) physical damage.

N.O.V.A. Strike: Mark all enemies, increasing damage taken by 10%. The first time marked targets drop below 50% Health, Headshot them for (+ad +ap) physical damage.

Lucky: Check twice and take the better outcome.
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Caitlyn has a Moderate contested risk with a 12.57% pick rate. This unit is moderately likely to be contested - you should generally be able to find copies without too much competition. Popular comps using Caitlyn include Rogue/N.O.V.A., Challenger/N.O.V.A., N.O.V.A./Fateweaver.
Primary Carry
This unit is typically played as a primary damage dealer

In 56% of team compositions, Caitlyn is itemized as the primary carry. Best carry items include Striker's Flail, Deathblade and Kraken's Fury. As a 1-cost unit, Caitlyn is easy to 3-star for a powerful early/mid-game carry.

Strategy Guide

Carry
Moderate Contest
Prioritize BiS
Flexible
Roll Lvl 5
1-Cost
High Value
Role
Caitlyn is played as a primary carry in 56% of comps. Prioritize offensive items on this unit.
Leveling
Consider 3-starring Caitlyn by slow rolling at level 5 where 1-cost units have the highest appearance rate.
Items
Best-in-slot build is Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Kraken's Fury with a 69.2% top 4 rate (+15.8% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Rogue/N.O.V.A. (96.4%), Rogue/N.O.V.A. (95.9%).
Contest Warning
Caitlyn has a moderate contest risk. Scout early and be ready to pivot if multiple players contest.
Flexibility
Caitlyn is a flexible unit that fits into 12+ distinct team compositions. This makes it a safe early pickup since you can pivot to multiple builds depending on what you hit.
Traits
Caitlyn activates N.O.V.A., Fateweaver. Look for units that share these traits for synergy bonuses.

Set 17 Caitlyn Stats

  • Caitlyn healthHealth:500
  • Caitlyn manaMana:0
  • Caitlyn armorArmor:15
  • Caitlyn magic resistanceMR:15
  • Caitlyn attack damageAD:65
  • Caitlyn attack speed AS:0.55
  • Caitlyn attack rangeAttack Range:4
  • Caitlyn critical strike chanceCrit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Caitlyn performance analysis shows strong win rate (72th percentile) and strong average placement (66th percentile). Caitlyn's six key metrics: win rate (72th percentile), popularity (55th percentile), average placement (66th percentile), player damage (0th percentile), game length (0th percentile), and 3-star power (0th percentile).

When to Play Caitlyn

Caitlyn is a 1-cost champion in TFT Set 17 with a 53.4% win rate and 4.35 average placement. Caitlyn has a 12.6% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • High 53.4% win rate makes this a strong carry option
  • Good 4.35 average placement for climbing
  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Low 1-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes

Weaknesses

  • Low-cost unit falls off without 3-star upgrade
  • Requires proper item prioritization to maximize potential
  • Effectiveness depends on trait synergies and team comp

Strategic Tips

1

Economy Strategy

Consider 3-starring Caitlyn if given early pairs.

2

Itemization

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

3

Team Synergy

Top builds pair Caitlyn with synergistic traits for maximum effectiveness.

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Caitlyn Set 17 Stats - Frequently Asked Questions

Is Caitlyn good in TFT Set 17?

Caitlyn is currently a S-tier champion with a 53.43% win rate and 4.35 average placement in TFT Set 17. This makes Caitlyn a top-tier pick that ranks 7th among 14 1-cost champions. Caitlyn activates the N.O.V.A. and Fateweaver traits, providing valuable synergies for your team composition.

What are the best items for Caitlyn in TFT?

The best items for Caitlyn in TFT Set 17 are Striker's Flail (62.0% win rate), Deathblade (61.6% win rate) and Kraken's Fury (60.4% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade and Kraken's Fury, achieving a 69.2% top 4 rate. Visit the Caitlyn Build page for more item combinations and win rates.

What comps use Caitlyn in TFT Set 17?

The best team compositions featuring Caitlyn in TFT Set 17 are Rogue/N.O.V.A. (96.4% win rate), Rogue/N.O.V.A. (95.9% win rate) and Challenger/N.O.V.A. (95.9% win rate). Caitlyn is a flexible unit that fits into 12+ distinct compositions, making it a safe early pickup. See all compositions on the Caitlyn Comps page.

Is Caitlyn a carry or support in TFT?

Caitlyn is primarily played as a carry in TFT Set 17. As a 1-cost carry, you should prioritize giving Caitlyn your best items, ideally Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade and Kraken's Fury. Consider 3-starring Caitlyn by slow rolling at level 5 for maximum damage output.

When should I roll for Caitlyn in TFT?

Caitlyn has the highest shop odds at level 1 with a 35.71% chance to appear in each shop slot. As a 1-cost unit, consider slow rolling at level 5 if you want to 3-star Caitlyn.

What traits does Caitlyn have in TFT Set 17?

Caitlyn has the N.O.V.A. and Fateweaver traits in TFT Set 17. These traits provide multiple synergy options when building your team composition. Check the Caitlyn Traits page to see which trait combinations have the highest win rates.

How does Caitlyn compare to other 1-cost units?

Caitlyn ranks 7th out of 14 1-cost champions in win rate (53.43%) in TFT Set 17. With a 12.57% pick rate and 4.35 average placement, Caitlyn is a solid 1-cost option. Similar 1-cost alternatives include Aatrox and Teemo.

Is Caitlyn contested in TFT Set 17?

Caitlyn has a high pick rate of 12.57%, making it a heavily contested unit in TFT Set 17. Scout your lobby early to see if other players are going for Caitlyn, and be prepared to pivot if multiple players are competing for the same units.