Caitlyn
Recommended Build
Most popular build path
Starting items
Core build
Standard
Anti AD
Anti Heal
Anti CC
Anti Tank
DPS
Precision
Lethal Tempo
Presence of Mind
Legend: Bloodline
Coup de Grace
Sorcery
Absolute Focus
Gathering Storm
Abilities
Passive, spells and ultimate
Every few basic attacks, or against a target she has trapped or netted, Caitlyn will fire a headshot dealing bonus damage that scales with her critical strike chance. On trapped or netted targets, Caitlyn's Headshot attack range is doubled.
| Level | Q | W | E | R |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 | 10s | 0.5s | 16s | – |
| 6 | 8s | 0.5s | 16s | 1m30 |
| 9 | 6s | 0.5s | 16s | 1m30 |
| 11 | 6s | 0.5s | 16s | 1m30 |
| 16 | 6s | 0.5s | 12s | 1m30 |
| 18 | 6s | 0.5s | 8s | 1m30 |
Place your traps (W) in bushes, under the enemy turret, or behind you in fights — a trapped enemy takes a free Headshot.
Your passive (Headshot) charges faster in bushes — position yourself in bushes during laning for bonus autos.
The trap + E (90 Caliber Net) + Q combo deals massive burst: place the trap, fire the net to back up and the trap roots, then Q for the Headshot.
Your R (Ace in the Hole) is a finisher, not an opener — use it on low-health targets trying to escape, not at the start of a fight.
Playing as Caitlyn
Tips to maximize your impact
Place your traps (W) in bushes, under the enemy turret, or behind you in fights — a trapped enemy takes a free Headshot.
Your passive (Headshot) charges faster in bushes — position yourself in bushes during laning for bonus autos.
The trap + E (90 Caliber Net) + Q combo deals massive burst: place the trap, fire the net to back up and the trap roots, then Q for the Headshot.
Your R (Ace in the Hole) is a finisher, not an opener — use it on low-health targets trying to escape, not at the start of a fight.
Playing against Caitlyn
How to counter and exploit weaknesses
Caitlyn is the queen of early game thanks to her range (650) — she's weaker in mid game before her 3rd item.
Traps (W) are visible: don't walk over them, go around. They're often placed under turrets.
An ally can block her R (Ace in the Hole) by stepping in front — protect your wounded carry.
Engage in melee: Caitlyn is weak up close and her E has a long cooldown.
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Source: op.gg · Patch 16.9.1 · Apr 29, 2026
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