Caitlyn TFT champion portrait - Set 17
Avg Place
4.58
1st Place
13.8%
Top 4
49.0%
Pick Rate
13.7%

CaitlynTFT Stats

Set 17
SetSet 17
Matches107,872
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedApr 16, 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.
Caitlyn has a High contested risk with a 13.71% pick rate. This 1-cost unit is highly likely to be contested, meaning multiple players in your lobby may be looking to pick it up. Popular comps using Caitlyn include Challenger/N.O.V.A., Rogue/N.O.V.A., Meeple/N.O.V.A..
Flexible Role
This unit can be played as either carry or support depending on the comp

Caitlyn is flexible and can be played as either a carry or support depending on your team composition. If itemizing as carry, consider Deathblade, Striker's Flail and Kraken's Fury. As a 1-cost unit, Caitlyn is easy to 3-star.

Strategy Guide

Flex
Contested
Prioritize BiS
Flexible
Roll Lvl 5
1-Cost
Good Value
Role
Caitlyn is flexible and can be itemized as a carry or played for utility depending on your comp.
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 63.8% top 4 rate (+14.7% vs base win rate).
Best Comps
Top performing comps: Challenger/N.O.V.A. (100.0%), Rogue/N.O.V.A. (98.2%).
Contest Warning
Caitlyn has a contested 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 health Health:500
  • Caitlyn mana Mana:0
  • Caitlyn armor Armor:15
  • Caitlyn magic resistance MR:15
  • Caitlyn attack damage AD:65
  • Caitlyn attack speed AS:0.55
  • Caitlyn attack range Attack Range:4
  • Caitlyn critical strike chance Crit %:25%
Compare Against Other Units

Caitlyn performance analysis shows strong popularity (65th percentile) and average win rate (43th percentile). Caitlyn's six key metrics: win rate (43th percentile), popularity (65th percentile), average placement (32th 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 49.0% win rate and 4.58 average placement. Caitlyn has a 13.7% pick rate in ranked games.

Strengths

  • Versatile champion with solid pick rate
  • Low 1-cost unit is easy to 3-star for power spikes
  • Flexible unit that fits multiple team compositions

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 A-tier champion with a 49.03% win rate and 4.58 average placement in TFT Set 17. This makes Caitlyn a strong pick that ranks 3rd 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 Deathblade (53.2% win rate), Striker's Flail (52.5% win rate) and Kraken's Fury (52.2% win rate). The optimal best-in-slot (BiS) build is Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade and Kraken's Fury, achieving a 63.8% 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 Challenger/N.O.V.A. (100.0% win rate), Rogue/N.O.V.A. (98.2% win rate) and Rogue/N.O.V.A. (96.8% 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 3rd out of 14 1-cost champions in win rate (49.03%) in TFT Set 17. With a 13.71% pick rate and 4.58 average placement, Caitlyn is one of the strongest 1-cost option. Similar 1-cost alternatives include Talon, Aatrox and Teemo.

Is Caitlyn contested in TFT Set 17?

Caitlyn has a high pick rate of 13.71%, 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.