Nidalee - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
45.0%
Pick Rate
0.7%

NidaleeArena Stats

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Patch26.5
Matches4,681,645
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 19, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Patch 26.5 Nidalee arena mode stats show Nidalee with a 7.6% win rate and a 4.51 average placement in arena mode. Discover Nidalee's best duo partners, augments, and arena builds to dominate the meta.

Nidalee Arena Performance

F
7.6%Win Rate (1st)
19.8%Top 2 Rate
4.5Avg Placement
0.5%Pick Rate

Combat Stats

7.7Kills
6.5Deaths
5.0Assists
Nidalee is a F tier champion in League of Legends Arena with a 7.6% win rate (1st place) and a 19.8% top 2 rate. Nidalee averages 4.5 placement across all matches. Best duo partners include Cho'Gath, Draven, Teemo.

Discover the highest performing Arena augments for Nidalee in League of Legends Patch 16.5. The strongest augment choices include Marksmage, ADAPt, Jeweled Gauntlet, which provide significant advantages in 2v2v2v2 combat. Nidalee has 1 S-tier augment that dramatically improve placement rates. When offered Prismatic augments, prioritize Jeweled Gauntlet. For Gold augments, Marksmage synergizes well with Nidalee's kit. Use the rarity filters below to find the best Silver, Gold, and Prismatic augments for your Nidalee Arena games.

S
Transmute: Prismatic - Gold S-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
5.2%Pick Rate
Transmute: Prismatic

Gain a random Prismatic Augment.

A
From Beginning to End - Gold A-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
5.0%Pick Rate
From Beginning to End

Gain the First Strike and Dark Harvest Keystone Runes.

A
Augmented Power - Silver A-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
4.8%Pick Rate
Augmented Power

Increase the damage done by your augments and items by ?.

B
Overflow - Gold B-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
4.4%Pick Rate
Overflow

Your Mana costs double. Your Ability Heals, Shields, and damage are increased based on your max Mana.

B
Doomsayer - Prismatic B-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
4.2%Pick Rate
Doomsayer

Hitting enemy champions with abilities grants you permanent Cursed Power. Gain Adaptive Force based on your Cursed Power.The max Cursed Power you can gain per round scales with total Curse sources between you and your ally.

C
Skilled Sniper - Gold C-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
12.6%Pick Rate
Skilled Sniper

Hitting an enemy with a non-Ultimate Ability at far range reduces its Cooldown to 0.5 seconds (3 for periodic Abilities).

C
Eureka - Prismatic C-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
7.9%Pick Rate
Eureka

Gain Ability Haste equal to 30% Ability Power.

C
Quest: Wooglet's Witchcap - Prismatic C-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
7.9%Pick Rate
Quest: Wooglet's Witchcap

Immediate: Gain Needlessly Large Rod.Requirement: Possess Rabadon's Deathcap and Zhonya's Hourglass.Reward: Gain Wooglet's Witchcap

C
Phenomenal Evil - Gold C-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
7.1%Pick Rate
Phenomenal Evil

Permanently gain 1 Ability Power when you hit enemies with Abilities.If taken as your second Augment, starts with 40 Ability Power.

C
Combo Master - Gold C-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
5.2%Pick Rate
Combo Master

Gain the Electrocute and Phase Rush Keystone Runes.

C
Spellwake - Prismatic C-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
4.1%Pick Rate
Spellwake

Hitting enemies with Abilities creates a blast that deals magic damage from you to the location you hit them.

D
Marksmage - Gold D-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
17.7%Pick Rate
Marksmage

Your Attacks deal additional physical damage equal to 100% Ability Power.

D
ADAPt - Silver D-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
14.0%Pick Rate
ADAPt

Convert Bonus Attack Damage to Ability Power. Gain 15% Ability Power.

D
Jeweled Gauntlet - Prismatic D-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
13.7%Pick Rate
Jeweled Gauntlet

Your Abilities can Critically Strike. Gain 25% Crit Chance.

D
Witchful Thinking - Silver D-tier augment for Nidalee in Arena
12.9%Pick Rate
Witchful Thinking

Gain 70 Ability Power.

Find the best 2v2 partner champions to pair with Nidalee in League of Legends Arena mode. The strongest duo partner is Cho'Gath, achieving a 28.6% win rate and 3.3 average placement when paired together. Other high-synergy partners include Ezreal and Master Yi, both offering improved placement rates compared to Nidalee's solo average of 4.5. 12 champions boost Nidalee's win rate above their baseline 7.6%. Compare win rates, top 2 rates, top 4 rates, and placement differences to find your ideal Arena duo composition.

Partner
Tier
Win Rate
WR Diff
Top 2
Top 4
Avg Place
Place Diff
Matches
Cho'Gath - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 28.6% win rateCho'GathA28.6%+20.9%42.9%71.4%3.3+1.214
Ezreal - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 11.1% win rateEzrealD11.1%+3.5%33.3%77.8%3.3+1.218
Master Yi - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 14.3% win rateMaster YiC14.3%+6.6%28.6%71.4%3.4+1.114
Ahri - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 11.1% win rateAhriD11.1%+3.5%33.3%66.7%3.7+0.818
Malzahar - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 0.0% win rateMalzaharD0.0%-7.6%12.5%75.0%3.9+0.616
Xin Zhao - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 12.5% win rateXin ZhaoC12.5%+4.9%12.5%50.0%4.3+0.316
Sion - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 14.3% win rateSionC14.3%+6.6%28.6%42.9%4.3+0.214
Viego - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 12.5% win rateViegoC12.5%+4.9%37.5%50.0%4.4+0.116
Darius - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 14.3% win rateDariusC14.3%+6.6%14.3%57.1%4.4+0.114
Lee Sin - Arena duo partner for Nidalee with 0.0% win rateLee SinD0.0%-7.6%11.1%55.6%4.4+0.118

Optimize your Nidalee Arena itemization with the highest win rate builds for Patch 16.5. The top-performing build features Detonation Orb, Shadowflame, Void Staff as core items, achieving a 0.0% win rate and 4.9 average placement. Sorcerer's Shoes is the recommended boots choice for this build. The top 2 builds average 0.0% win rate, significantly impacting your Arena success. Each build shows core items, situational options, win rate compared to Nidalee's baseline, and top 4 placement rates to help you climb in Arena ranked.

Rank
Core Items
Situational
Boots
Tier
Win Rate
WR Diff
Top 2
Top 4
Avg Place
Matches
1
Detonation Orb - Core item 1 for Nidalee Arena buildShadowflame - Core item 2 for Nidalee Arena buildVoid Staff - Core item 3 for Nidalee Arena build
Rabadon's Deathcap - Situational item option for Nidalee Arena buildLich Bane - Situational item option for Nidalee Arena build
Sorcerer's Shoes - Recommended boots for Nidalee Arena build
C0.0%-7.6%12.5%37.5%4.98
2
Detonation Orb - Core item 1 for Nidalee Arena buildStormsurge - Core item 2 for Nidalee Arena buildShadowflame - Core item 3 for Nidalee Arena build
Actualizer - Situational item option for Nidalee Arena buildRabadon's Deathcap - Situational item option for Nidalee Arena build
Sorcerer's Shoes - Recommended boots for Nidalee Arena build
F0.0%-7.6%0.0%20.0%5.05

Is Nidalee Good in Arena Mode?

Nidalee is currently rated as an F-tier champion in League of Legends Arena mode for Patch 16.5, making them a difficult champion to succeed with in the 2v2v2v2 format. With a 7.6% win rate (1st place finishes) and a 50.9% top 4 rate, Nidalee faces some challenges in the current Arena meta.

Nidalee Arena Performance Analysis

In Arena's unique 2v2v2v2 format, Nidalee averages a 4.5 placement across 707 analyzed matches. This calculated fighter playstyle provides flexibility in combat. Nidalee maintains strong survivability with excellent KDA ratios, placing in the top 25% of champions.

The 19.8% top 2 rate indicates room for improvement in securing podium finishes. Players looking to climb Arena ranked should focus on optimal augment selection and duo synergies to maximize placement consistency.

Best Champions to Pair with Nidalee

Duo composition is critical in Arena, and Nidalee synergizes exceptionally well with Cho'Gath, achieving a combined 28.6% win rate and 3.3 average placement. This pairing improves Nidalee's baseline performance by +20.9%.

Other strong duo partners include Ezreal (11.1% win rate) and Master Yi (14.3% win rate). Nidalee has excellent duo flexibility with 12+ partners that boost win rate above baseline.

Nidalee Augment Priority Guide

Augment selection can make or break your Arena run. For Nidalee, the highest-performing augment is Marksmage, which players select in 17.7% of games. Nidalee has 1 S-tier augment options that dramatically improve placement rates.

When offered Prismatic augments, prioritize Jeweled Gauntlet for maximum impact. Gold augments like Marksmage provide consistent value throughout the game. Use the augment tier list above to identify which augments to prioritize during each selection round.

Optimal Nidalee Arena Build Path

The highest win rate build for Nidalee in Arena features Detonation Orb, Shadowflame, Void Staff as core items, achieving a 0.0% win rate. Sorcerer's Shoes is the recommended boots choice, providing mobility and stats for Arena fights.

Arena's accelerated gold income means reaching full build faster than Summoner's Rift. Focus on completing core items before branching into situational options. The builds listed above are sorted by average placement, helping you identify which item combinations lead to the highest finishes in the current patch.

Tips for Playing Nidalee in Arena

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Duo Synergy

Coordinate with your partner to cover Nidalee's weaknesses. Flexible partners work well with your balanced kit.

Augment Adaptation

Prioritize S-tier and A-tier augments when offered. Nidalee's 50.9% top 4 rate can be improved significantly with optimal augment selection each round.

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Combat Strategy

Balance aggression with survival. Nidalee's versatile kit allows adapting to different combat situations.

Final Verdict: Should You Play Nidalee in Arena?

Nidalee faces challenges in the current Arena meta but remains playable for dedicated mains. Success requires optimal augment selection, strong duo synergy with partners like Cho'Gath, and mastery of Nidalee's kit. Consider the builds and augments above to maximize your placement potential.

This data is updated regularly for Patch 16.5. Check back after each patch to see how balance changes affect Nidalee's Arena performance. For the most accurate results, we analyze 707 matches to provide reliable statistics and recommendations.

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Nidalee Arena FAQ - Patch 16.5

Is Nidalee good in Arena mode?

Nidalee is currently a F-tier champion in Arena mode with a 7.6% win rate and 50.9% top 4 rate. While Nidalee faces challenges in the meta, dedicated players can still find success with optimal builds and duo partners.

What is the best duo partner for Nidalee in Arena?

The best duo partner for Nidalee in Arena is Cho'Gath, achieving a 28.6% win rate and 3.3 average placement together. Other strong partners include Ezreal and Master Yi.

What are the best augments for Nidalee in Arena?

The highest-performing augment for Nidalee is Marksmage with a 17.7% pick rate. Nidalee has 1 S-tier augments: Transmute: Prismatic. Prioritize Prismatic and Gold augments that synergize with Nidalee's kit.

What is the best build for Nidalee in Arena?

The highest win rate build for Nidalee in Arena includes Detonation Orb, Shadowflame, Void Staff as core items, achieving a 0.0% win rate. Sorcerer's Shoes is the recommended boots choice. Arena's accelerated gold income allows you to complete builds faster than Summoner's Rift.

What is Nidalee's win rate in Arena?

Nidalee has a 7.6% win rate (1st place) in Arena mode for Patch 16.5. The top 2 rate is 19.8% and top 4 rate is 50.9%, with an average placement of 4.5 across 707 analyzed matches.

What tier is Nidalee in Arena?

Nidalee is rated as F-tier in Arena mode for Patch 16.5. Lower-tier champions face challenges but can still succeed with mastery and good duo synergy. Tiers are calculated based on win rate, top 4 rate, and average placement.

How do I play Nidalee in Arena?

To play Nidalee effectively in Arena: 1) Partner with Cho'Gath for best results. 2) Prioritize Marksmage when offered. 3) Build Detonation Orb early for power spikes. 4) Adapt your playstyle based on your partner and opponents.

What are Nidalee's best and worst matchups in Arena?

Nidalee's performance varies significantly based on duo partner selection. Pairing with Cho'Gath improves win rate to 28.6%. The key to success is choosing partners that complement Nidalee's versatile kit and selecting augments that enhance your duo composition.