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4 CostBest Kindred build for TFT Set 17 with 70.9% top 4 rate. Top items: Red Buff, Striker's Flail, and Last Whisper. Learn optimal components & itemization strategy.
Set 17 Kindred builds: Guinsoo's Rageblade, Last Whisper, Kraken's Fury (70.94% top four rate, +11.46% difference); Deathblade, Guinsoo's Rageblade, Kraken's Fury (65.84% top four rate, +6.36% difference); Guinsoo's Rageblade, Giant Slayer, Kraken's Fury (65.75% top four rate, +6.27% difference)
Kindred Component Priority Order in Set 17
When playing Kindred in TFT Set 17, prioritize collecting Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, Sparring Gloves 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.
B.F. Sword is the 2nd priority component for Kindred, appearing in 4 of the top item builds. This component builds into Deathblade, Giant Slayer, Infinity Edge, which are core items for maximizing Kindred's effectiveness.
Sparring Gloves is the 3rd priority component for Kindred, appearing in 3 of the top item builds. This component builds into Striker's Flail, Last Whisper, Infinity Edge, 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 B.F. Sword 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 17
When Itemized (Avg)
Base Champion Stats
Key Factors for Kindred Itemization in Set 17
Kindred's best item build provides +11.5% top four rate improvement. This is exceptional item scaling.
Itemized Kindred achieves 17.5% first place rate, making it excellent for winning lobbies.
As a 4-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 17 examines 5 item builds to determine how effectively this champion scales with items. Kindred has a base top four rate of 59.5%, and we compare each item build's performance against this baseline to measure itemization value.
The best Kindred item build achieves a 70.9% top four rate, representing a +11.5% difference from the base rate. 1 out of 5 builds show 10%+ improvement over baseline, 2 builds show 5-10% improvement, 2 builds show 0-5% improvement, On average across all analyzed builds, itemized Kindred achieves 66.1% top four rate (+6.6% vs base) with 3.69 average placement.
For players aiming to win lobbies, itemized Kindred achieves a 17.5% 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 you find Kindred early and can build around it as your primary carry
- When you have the optimal item components (check the Component Priority section above)
- When the lobby isn't heavily contesting Kindred's key items
✗When NOT to Itemize Kindred
- When another carry in your comp scales better with the same items
- When you're pivoting to a different composition mid-game
Best Kindred Items in TFT Set 17
The best Kindred item is Red Buff with a 71.16% win rate (+11.68% vs base), 17.68% first place rate, and 3.13% pick rate. The most popular is Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 29.10% pick rate and 60.83% win rate. The top three Kindred items are Red Buff, Striker's Flailcommon.andWithCommaLast Whisper.
Rank | Item | Components | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
 | A | 71.16% | +11.68% | 17.68% | 3.13% | 7,645 | ||
  | A | 68.47% | +8.99% | 15.22% | 3.13% | 7,649 | ||
| B | 67.47% | +7.99% | 13.83% | 7.44% | 18,170 | ||
| 4 |  | B | 65.53% | +6.05% | 14.37% | 5.03% | 12,284 | |
| 5 | | C | 64.89% | +5.41% | 14.91% | 9.59% | 23,408 | |
| 6 |  | B | 64.59% | +5.11% | 14.94% | 13.06% | 31,883 | |
| 7 | | C | 60.98% | +1.50% | 13.82% | 6.87% | 16,774 | |
| 8 |  | D | 60.83% | +1.35% | 13.51% | 29.10% | 71,041 |
Best Kindred Artifact Items in TFT Set 17
The best Kindred artifact item is Zhonya's Paradox with a 68.75% win rate (+9.27% vs base), 13.64% first place rate, and 0.01% pick rate. The most popular is Yasuo's Bladework with a 0.40% pick rate and 49.03% win rate. Dawncore has the highest first place rate at 16.03%. The top three Kindred artifact items are Zhonya's Paradox, Gold Collectorcommon.andWithCommaEvelynn's Instinct.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| B | 68.75% | +9.27% | 13.64% | 0.01% | 16 | ||
| B | 67.61% | +8.13% | 15.56% | 0.14% | 352 | ||
| F | 66.83% | +7.35% | 10.80% | 0.08% | 205 | ||
| 4 | C | 63.92% | +4.44% | 12.00% | 0.06% | 158 | |
| 5 | F | 63.64% | +4.16% | 14.04% | 0.04% | 88 | |
| 6 | D | 63.45% | +3.97% | 13.67% | 0.31% | 766 | |
| 7 | B | 61.77% | +2.29% | 13.08% | 0.22% | 531 | |
| 8 | D | 60.00% | +0.52% | 12.69% | 0.02% | 60 | |
| 9 | D | 59.41% | -0.07% | 13.33% | 0.04% | 101 | |
| 10 | F | 57.73% | -1.75% | 9.86% | 0.04% | 97 | |
| 11 | D | 57.37% | -2.11% | 10.56% | 0.23% | 563 | |
| 12 | D | 57.14% | -2.34% | 10.35% | 0.03% | 63 | |
| 13 | D | 56.61% | -2.87% | 11.09% | 0.23% | 560 | |
| 14 | C | 56.07% | -3.41% | 13.28% | 0.07% | 173 | |
| 15 | C | 55.31% | -4.17% | 13.03% | 0.07% | 179 | |
| 16 | B | 54.84% | -4.64% | 16.03% | 0.01% | 31 | |
| 17 | F | 54.17% | -5.31% | 11.21% | 0.01% | 24 | |
| 18 | A | 53.85% | -5.63% | 13.83% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 19 | F | 53.70% | -5.78% | 10.61% | 0.13% | 324 | |
| 20 | C | 52.69% | -6.79% | 16.03% | 0.04% | 93 | |
| 21 | F | 51.61% | -7.87% | 12.57% | 0.06% | 155 | |
| 22 | D | 51.60% | -7.88% | 12.80% | 0.12% | 281 | |
| 23 | D | 51.35% | -8.13% | 11.74% | 0.02% | 37 | |
| 24 | C | 50.00% | -9.48% | 12.36% | 0.00% | 10 | |
| 25 | F | 49.03% | -10.45% | 10.24% | 0.40% | 975 | |
| 26 | C | 40.48% | -19.00% | 12.38% | 0.02% | 42 | |
| 27 | D | 39.13% | -20.35% | 13.30% | 0.01% | 23 | |
| 28 | C | 25.00% | -34.48% | 13.37% | 0.01% | 20 |
Best Kindred Radiant Items in TFT Set 17
The best Kindred radiant item is Radiant Nashor's Tooth with a 91.67% win rate (+32.19% vs base), 10.28% first place rate, and 0.00% pick rate. The most popular is Radiant Guinsoo's Rageblade with a 0.13% pick rate and 53.09% win rate. Radiant Hextech Gunblade has the highest first place rate at 21.59%. The top three Kindred radiant items are Radiant Nashor's Tooth, Radiant Void Staffcommon.andWithCommaRadiant Hextech Gunblade.
Rank | Item | Rating | Top 4 Rate | Top 4 Diff | 1st Place Rate | Pick Rate | Matches |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| D | 91.67% | +32.19% | 10.28% | 0.00% | 12 | ||
| C | 88.24% | +28.76% | 11.78% | 0.01% | 17 | ||
| A | 75.00% | +15.52% | 21.59% | 0.01% | 16 | ||
| 4 | D | 75.00% | +15.52% | 10.61% | 0.01% | 16 | |
| 5 | F | 71.43% | +11.95% | 12.14% | 0.01% | 14 | |
| 6 | F | 64.71% | +5.23% | 10.24% | 0.01% | 17 | |
| 7 | B | 64.29% | +4.81% | 12.69% | 0.01% | 14 | |
| 8 | A | 63.86% | +4.38% | 17.15% | 0.03% | 83 | |
| 9 | C | 63.64% | +4.16% | 13.04% | 0.06% | 143 | |
| 10 | F | 63.64% | +4.16% | 8.23% | 0.00% | 11 | |
| 11 | B | 63.64% | +4.16% | 11.07% | 0.00% | 11 | |
| 12 | D | 63.41% | +3.93% | 11.56% | 0.02% | 41 | |
| 13 | B | 62.70% | +3.22% | 14.77% | 0.05% | 126 | |
| 14 | F | 61.54% | +2.06% | 11.57% | 0.01% | 13 | |
| 15 | B | 60.00% | +0.52% | 13.53% | 0.02% | 55 | |
| 16 | B | 58.21% | -1.27% | 10.67% | 0.05% | 134 | |
| 17 | B | 58.08% | -1.40% | 18.86% | 0.09% | 229 | |
| 18 | D | 53.09% | -6.39% | 14.31% | 0.13% | 324 | |
| 19 | D | 52.94% | -6.54% | 13.83% | 0.01% | 17 | |
| 20 | C | 52.63% | -6.85% | 13.46% | 0.03% | 76 | |
| 21 | C | 50.00% | -9.48% | 12.55% | 0.00% | 10 |
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Kindred Set 17 Build - Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kindred's best build in Set 17?
The best Kindred build in TFT Set 17 features Guinsoo's Rageblade, Last Whisper, and Kraken's Fury as core items. This build has a 70.94% win rate and is picked 3.57% of the time. First place rate: 21.18%, avg placement: 3.41.
What is the best item for Kindred?
Red Buff is the best item for Kindred with a 71.16% win rate and 3.13% pick rate across 7,645 matches.
Which item is most popular on Kindred?
Guinsoo's Rageblade is the most popular item on Kindred with a 29.10% pick rate. It has a 60.83% win rate across 71,041 matches.
What are the top 3 items for Kindred?
The top 3 items for Kindred are Red Buff, Striker's Flail, and Last Whisper. 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 188,854 matches analyzed in TFT Set 17. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.
Should I always build Red Buff on Kindred?
Red Buff is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 71.16% win rate on Kindred.
What components should I prioritize for Kindred in TFT Set 17?
Priority components for Kindred are Recurve Bow, B.F. Sword, and Sparring Gloves. 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 17?
Yes, Kindred is a strong item holder with a 70.9% 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 17?
Yes, Kindred is a great item holder because items significantly increase their win rate from 59.5% to 70.9%. Kindred scales well with items.
What is Kindred's top 4 rate with items in TFT Set 17?
Kindred's top 4 rate when itemized is 66.1%. With proper items, Kindred significantly exceeds the average champion top 4 rate of 50%.
What is the best Kindred emblem?
The best emblem for Kindred is Marauder Emblem with a 63.39% win rate. This emblem activates the Marauder trait on Kindred, providing additional bonuses.
What is the top Kindred radiant item?
The top radiant item for Kindred is Radiant Edge of Night with a 100.00% 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 Thresh's Lantern with a 71.43% win rate. Artifacts provide unique effects that synergize with Kindred's kit.