Nidalee - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
45.9%
Pick Rate
0.7%

Nidaleethe Bestial Huntress

FAssassinMage
Patch26.11
Matches776,441
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedJun 3, 2026
MethodologyData Methodology

Raised in the deepest jungle, Nidalee is a master tracker who can shapeshift into a ferocious cougar at will. Neither wholly woman nor beast, she viciously defends her territory from any and all trespassers, with carefully placed traps and deft spear throws. She cripples her quarry before pouncing on them in feline form—the lucky few who survive tell tales of a wild woman with razor-sharp instincts, and even sharper claws...

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Patch 26.11 Nidalee Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.1047.29%
Patch 26.1146.50%
-0.79%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.100.00%
Patch 26.110.00%
0.00%

Quick overview of Nidalee's optimal setup in League of Legends. Nidalee's top build includes Mercury's Treads, Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass, using Conqueror, Triumph, Legend: Haste for maximum effectiveness. Nidalee performs well against Ekko, Talon, MonkeyKing but struggles against Nautilus, Volibear, Rengar.

Nidalee's base statistics in League of Legends. Nidalee has 610 base health, 58 attack damage, 32 armor, and 30 magic resist. Understanding Nidalee's stats is crucial for maximizing Nidalee's effectiveness in lane and team fights. Compare Nidalee's stats against other champions to see how Nidalee ranks.

  • Nidalee ability powerAP:0+0/lvl
  • Nidalee attack damageAD:58+0/lvl
  • Nidalee attack speedAS:0+3.22/lvl
  • Nidalee critical strike chanceCrit %:0%+0%/lvl
  • Nidalee manaMana:295+45/lvl
  • Nidalee mana regenMana Regen:6+0.8/lvl
  • Nidalee healthHealth:610+109/lvl
  • Nidalee health regenHealth Regen:6+0.6/lvl
  • Nidalee armorArmor:32+5/lvl
  • Nidalee magic resistanceMR:30+1.45/lvl
  • Nidalee movement speedSpeed:335
  • Nidalee attack rangeAttack Range:525
Compare Against Other Champions

Nidalee ranks in the 48.3 percentile for early game strength, 1.7 percentile for late game scaling, 43.8 percentile for objective control, 53.9 percentile for support strength, 21.5 percentile for creep farming, and 26.2 percentile for damage output.

Nidalee demonstrates unique performance characteristics, with win rates showing a 7.9% decrease from Iron to Diamond tiers. This pattern suggests that Nidalee may be more accessible for newer players while facing increased difficulty against higher-skilled opponents. In Iron tier, Nidalee achieves a 61.1% win rate, which gradually declines to 53.3% in Diamond. This trend often indicates that Nidalee's strengths can be more effectively countered by experienced players who understand the champion's weaknesses and trading patterns. The declining performance (Iron (61.1%), Bronze (39.0%), Silver (36.7%), Gold (34.7%), Platinum (50.3%)) suggests that while Nidalee can be effective in lower ranks where opponents may not exploit vulnerabilities, higher-tier players are better equipped to neutralize Nidalee's advantages. However, this doesn't mean Nidalee is unviable at higher ranks - rather, it requires more sophisticated strategies, better macro play, and careful matchup selection. Players at higher elos should focus on understanding when to pick Nidalee, how to play around counters, and maximizing value in favorable matchups. Success with Nidalee at higher levels demands strong game sense, positioning, and the ability to adapt playstyle based on team compositions and enemy picks.

Champions similar to Nidalee include Karthus, Sona, Azir. These champions share similar playstyles, ability kits, or strategic roles as Nidalee in League of Legends. If you enjoy playing Nidalee, consider trying these champions to expand your champion pool while maintaining a familiar playstyle.

When to Pick Nidalee

Nidalee is a F tier champion with a 45.93% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. Similar champions include Karthus, Sona, Azir. Nidalee struggles against Nautilus and Volibear.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Ekko and Talon
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 57.7% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Nautilus (20.0% enemy WR)
  • Requires safe laning to reach power spikes
  • Below average win rate suggests high skill floor
  • Can be punished by coordinated team play

Strategic Tips

1

Optimal Matchups

Pick Nidalee into favorable matchups like Ekko where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2

Rune Selection

Use the optimal Precision + Sorcery rune setup for a 57.7% win rate.

3

Power Spikes

Learn your champion's key item and level power spikes to maximize fight potential.

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Nidalee Overview - Frequently Asked Questions

What tier is Nidalee in League of Legends?

Nidalee is currently F tier in League of Legends patch 26.11. Nidalee ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Nidalee's win rate?

Nidalee has a 45.93% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.11. This win rate is calculated across all ranks and reflects Nidalee's overall performance in ranked games.

Which champions are similar to Nidalee?

Champions similar to Nidalee include Karthus, Sona, and Azir. These champions share similar playstyles, abilities, or roles as Nidalee in League of Legends.

How does Nidalee perform during different match durations?

Nidalee's performance varies throughout the game. Early game strength, mid game power spikes, and late game scaling all contribute to Nidalee's overall effectiveness. Check the match duration win rate chart to see Nidalee's performance at different game lengths.