Nidalee - League of Legends Champion
Win Rate
47.6%
Pick Rate
0.8%

Nidaleethe Bestial Huntress

FAssassinMage
Patch26.4
Matches1,089,240
LaneAll Lanes
TierAll Tiers
Last UpdatedMar 5, 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...

Patch 26.4 Nidalee Changes

Win Rate
Patch 26.345.59%
Patch 26.447.59%
+2.00%
Pick Rate
Patch 26.30.81%
Patch 26.40.81%
0.00%

Quick overview of Nidalee's optimal setup in League of Legends. Nidalee's top build includes Sorcerer's Shoes, Shadowflame, Zhonya's Hourglass, using Dark Harvest, Sudden Impact, Sixth Sense for maximum effectiveness. Nidalee performs well against Lillia, Zac, Volibear but struggles against Nocturne, XinZhao, Shaco.

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 power AP:0
  • Nidalee attack damage AD:58(3.5 per level)
  • Nidalee attack speed AS:0(3.22 per level)
  • Nidalee critical strike chance Crit %:0%
  • Nidalee mana Mana:295(45 per level)
  • Nidalee mana regen Mana Regen:6(0.8 per level)
  • Nidalee health Health:610(109 per level)
  • Nidalee health regen Health Regen:6(0.6 per level)
  • Nidalee armor Armor:32(5 per level)
  • Nidalee magic resistance MR:30(1.45 per level)
  • Nidalee movement speed Speed:335
  • Nidalee attack range Attack Range:525(525 per level)
Compare Against Other Champions

Nidalee Early vs Late Game Performance's win rate varies throughout the game based on match duration. Nidalee Early vs Late Game Performance peaks at 56.25% win rate in 50+ minute games, while performing lowest at 45.17% in 30 minute games. Understanding Nidalee Early vs Late Game Performance's power spikes across game duration helps optimize your playstyle and decision-making.

Nidalee ranks in the 19.8 percentile for early game strength, 12.8 percentile for late game scaling, 46.7 percentile for objective control, 54.5 percentile for support strength, 25.0 percentile for creep farming, and 27.3 percentile for damage output.

Champions similar to Nidalee include Zaahen, Miss Fortune, Xerath. 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.

Nidalee maintains relatively consistent performance across different skill tiers in League of Legends, with win rates remaining stable from Iron (47.7%) to Diamond (46.5%). This stability, with only a 1.2% variance, indicates that Nidalee has a balanced skill floor and ceiling. The champion's effectiveness doesn't drastically change based on player skill level, suggesting that Nidalee's core strengths are accessible to players across all ranks while still offering depth for experienced players. Performance data across tiers (Iron (47.7%), Bronze (51.3%), Silver (46.6%), Gold (38.5%), Platinum (51.5%)) shows that Nidalee provides value regardless of whether you're learning the champion or have mastered the mechanics. This consistency makes Nidalee a reliable pick for players at any skill level. Both new and veteran players can find success by focusing on fundamental gameplay principles such as proper positioning, ability timing, and decision-making. While mechanical skill helps optimize Nidalee's performance, the champion's stable win rate across ranks demonstrates that game knowledge and smart play are equally important. Players can confidently pick Nidalee knowing that the champion's viability isn't heavily dependent on reaching higher skill tiers, though continued practice and improvement will naturally enhance your effectiveness.

When to Pick Nidalee

Nidalee is a F tier champion with a 47.59% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.4. Similar champions include Zaahen, Miss Fortune, Xerath. Nidalee struggles against Nocturne and Xin Zhao.

Strengths

  • Rewarding champion when mastered properly
  • Strong matchups against Lillia and Zac
  • Optimal rune setup achieves 65.5% win rate
  • Consistent performance throughout all game phases

Weaknesses

  • Struggles against Nocturne (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 Lillia where you can dominate lane and snowball your lead.

2
Rune Selection

Use the optimal Domination + Precision rune setup for a 65.5% 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 26.4. Nidalee ranks among the top champions in the current meta.

What is Nidalee's win rate?

Nidalee has a 47.59% win rate in League of Legends patch 26.4. 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 Zaahen, Miss Fortune, and Xerath. 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.