Archived Champion: This champion is from TFT Set 4 and is no longer in the current set. Stats shown are from when this set was active.
Kindred TFT champion portrait - Set 4
Avg Place
4.91
1st Place
9.4%
Top 4
42.9%
Pick Rate
0.3%

KindredTFT Build

Set 4
C3 Cost icon3 Cost
SetSet 16
Matches461,978
TierAll Tiers
RankAll Ranks
Last UpdatedMar 20, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Best Kindred items for TFT Set 4: Hextech Gunblade, Archangel's Staff, and Nashor's Tooth. Hextech Gunblade leads with 72.0% win rate. Master Kindred's build to climb ranked.

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Kindred Component Priority Order in Set 4

When playing Kindred in TFT Set 4, prioritize collecting Needlessly Large Rod, Sparring Gloves, Tear of the Goddess from the carousel and item drops. B.F. Sword and Recurve Bow 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.

1
Needlessly Large Rod - Priority 1 component for Kindred in TFT
Needlessly Large RodFound in 6 builds
2
Sparring Gloves - Priority 2 component for Kindred in TFT
Sparring GlovesFound in 5 builds
3
Tear of the Goddess - Priority 3 component for Kindred in TFT
Tear of the GoddessFound in 7 builds
4
B.F. Sword - Priority 4 component for Kindred in TFT
B.F. SwordFound in 5 builds
5
Recurve Bow - Priority 5 component for Kindred in TFT
Recurve BowFound in 4 builds

Why These Components for Kindred?

Needlessly Large Rod

Needlessly Large Rod is the 1st priority component for Kindred, appearing in 6 of the top item builds. This component builds into Hextech Gunblade, Archangel's Staff, Rabadon's Deathcap, which are core items for maximizing Kindred's effectiveness.

Sparring Gloves

Sparring Gloves is the 2nd priority component for Kindred, appearing in 5 of the top item builds. This component builds into Thief's Gloves, Infinity Edge, Jeweled Gauntlet, which are core items for maximizing Kindred's effectiveness.

Tear of the Goddess

Tear of the Goddess is the 3rd priority component for Kindred, appearing in 7 of the top item builds. This component builds into Archangel's Staff, Adaptive Helm, Spear of Shojin, which are core items for maximizing Kindred's effectiveness.

Kindred Carousel & Item Drop Tips

  • Early Game (Stage 1-2): Prioritize Needlessly Large Rod on the first carousel if available, as it builds into Kindred's best-in-slot items.
  • Mid Game (Stage 3-4): Look for Needlessly Large Rod or Sparring Gloves 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.

Best Kindred Items in TFT Set 4

The best Kindred item is Hextech Gunblade with a 72.00% win rate (+29.08% vs base), 15.96% first place rate, and 4.60% pick rate. The most popular is Jeweled Gauntlet with a 8.84% pick rate and 45.83% win rate. Void Staff has the highest first place rate at 16.43%. The top three Kindred items are Hextech Gunblade, Archangel's Staff, and Nashor's Tooth.

Rank
Item
Components
Rating
Top 4 Rate
Top 4 Diff
1st Place Rate
Pick Rate
Matches
B.F. SwordNeedlessly Large Rod
B72.00%+29.08%15.96%4.60%25
Needlessly Large RodTear of the Goddess
B64.29%+21.37%13.98%2.58%14
Recurve BowGiant's Belt
B62.79%+19.87%15.28%7.92%43
4
Sparring GlovesSparring Gloves
B59.09%+16.17%15.70%4.05%22
5
Needlessly Large RodNeedlessly Large Rod
B57.14%+14.22%14.76%2.58%14
6
B.F. SwordSparring Gloves
B50.00%+7.08%12.81%3.31%18
7
Needlessly Large RodSparring Gloves
B45.83%+2.91%14.16%8.84%48
8
Negatron CloakTear of the Goddess
A42.86%-0.06%16.35%2.58%14
9
B.F. SwordTear of the Goddess
B42.86%-0.06%15.17%3.87%21
10
B.F. SwordRecurve Bow
B36.84%-6.08%14.37%3.50%19
11
Tear of the GoddessTear of the Goddess
B34.48%-8.44%14.28%5.34%29
12
Recurve BowTear of the Goddess
B33.33%-9.59%16.43%2.76%15
13
Recurve BowNeedlessly Large Rod
B28.89%-14.03%12.70%8.29%45
14
B.F. SwordChain Vest
B25.00%-17.92%15.69%2.21%12
15
Tear of the GoddessSparring Gloves
B18.18%-24.74%13.95%2.03%11

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Kindred Set 4 Build - Frequently Asked Questions

What is the best item for Kindred?

Hextech Gunblade is the best item for Kindred with a 72.00% win rate and 4.60% pick rate across 25 matches.

Which item is most popular on Kindred?

Jeweled Gauntlet is the most popular item on Kindred with a 8.84% pick rate. It has a 45.83% win rate across 48 matches.

What are the top 3 items for Kindred?

The top 3 items for Kindred are Hextech Gunblade, Archangel's Staff, and Nashor's Tooth. 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 366 matches analyzed in TFT Set 4. This sample size provides statistically significant results for item recommendations.

Should I always build Hextech Gunblade on Kindred?

Hextech Gunblade is a great choice but not always mandatory. Consider your lobby and available components. It has a 72.00% win rate on Kindred.

What components should I prioritize for Kindred in TFT Set 4?

Priority components for Kindred are Needlessly Large Rod, Tear of the Goddess, 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 Needlessly Large Rod. These components are essential for Kindred's optimal items and may be contested so have backup plans.

What is the best Kindred emblem?

The best emblem for Kindred is Assassin Emblem with a 62.50% win rate. This emblem activates the Assassin trait on Kindred, providing additional bonuses.