

Classic Nidalee
Regular
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Champion Overview
Base Stats
Good Against
Coming Soon
Champion matchup data is under development
Abilities
Prowl
Moving through brush increases Nidalee's Move Speed by 10% for 2 seconds, increased to 30% toward visible enemy champions within 1400 range. Hitting champions or monsters with Javelin Toss or Bushwhack triggers a Hunt, granting True Sight of them for 4 seconds. During this time, Nidalee gains 10% Move Speed (increased to 30% toward the Hunted target) and her Takedown and Pounce are enhanced against them.
Javelin Toss / Takedown
In human form, Nidalee throws a spiked javelin at her target that gains damage as it flies. As a cougar, her next attack will attempt to fatally wound her target, dealing more damage the less life they have.
Bushwhack / Pounce
In human form, Nidalee lays a trap for unwary opponents that, when sprung, damages and reveals its target. As a cougar, she jumps in a direction, dealing damage in an area where she lands.
Primal Surge / Swipe
In human form, Nidalee channels the spirit of the cougar to heal her allies and imbue them with Attack Speed for a short duration. As a cougar, she claws in a direction, dealing damage to enemies in front of her.
Aspect Of The Cougar
Nidalee transforms into a cougar, gaining new abilities.
Lore
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鈥攖he lucky few who survive tell tales of a wild woman with razor-sharp instincts, and even sharper claws...
When was Nidalee released?
Nidalee was released on July 13, 2010. Players could purchase them with Riot Points or Blue Essence as soon as it dropped in-game.
What lane is Nidalee?
Nidalee is primarily played in the Jungle lane and falls under the Assassin class. However, they can also be effective in the Support depending on team composition and matchups. The champion's kit and playstyle make them most suited for it, where they can maximize their impact throughout the game.
How many skins does Nidalee have?
Currently, there are 16 Nidalee Skins available in the game. This includes all cosmetic variants released since their launch, the base skin is not included.
How much is Nidalee?
Nidalee costs 1,575 Blue Essence or 790 Riot Points. You can purchase them from the in-game store using either currency. Blue Essence is earned through the battle pass and disenchanting champion shards, while Riot Points require real money to obtain.