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Caitlyn

the Sheriff of Piltover

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Caitlyn

the Sheriff of Piltover

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Botlane

All About Caitlyn

Champion Overview

Caitlyn, the Sheriff of Piltover, is a powerful marksman champion in League of Legends who is mostly played in botlane of Summoner's Rift. First released on 2011-01-04 during Patch 1.0.0.108, Caitlyn has become known for their ranged playstyle and physical damage output.

With 19 unique skins available, Caitlyn offers plenty of customization options for players who enjoy this champion. Caitlyn has a ton of skins to choose from, so players can really customize their experience with this champion.

As a champion who uses Mana as their resource, Caitlyn brings a unique set of abilities to League of Legends that makes them a great champ for any team comp.

Champion Stats

BE Cost: 225 BE

RP Cost: 260 RP

Role: Marksman

Damage: Physical

Attack: Ranged

Resource: Mana

Champion ID: 51

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Gameplay Style

Caitlyn is primarily played as a marksman, leveraging their ranged combat style to dominate in the botlane. Since their release in Patch 1.0.0.108, players have come up with a bunch of different strategies and builds to maximize Caitlyn's potential.

As a physical-focused champion who uses Mana to cast their abilities, Caitlyn requires players to carefully manage their resources while positioning effectively to deal maximum damage. The champion's design makes them particularly effective against targets at range, dealing consistent damage throughout extended fights. High DPS.

Caitlyn's Story

Renowned as its finest peacekeeper, Caitlyn Kiramman is also Piltover's best shot at ridding the city of its elusive criminal elements. She is often paired with Vi, acting as a cool counterpoint to her partner's more impetuous nature. Even though she carries a one-of-a-kind hextech rifle, Caitlyn's most powerful weapon is her superior intellect, allowing her to lay elaborate traps for any lawbreakers foolish enough to operate in the City of Progress.

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Learning Caitlyn

Whether you're just picking up Caitlyn or looking to improve your skills with this marksman champion, understanding their strengths and weaknesses is crucial. This champion thrives in botlane with their unique kit.

Champion Strengths

  • Consistent damage output
  • Strong late-game scaling
  • Nice at spacing
  • Good range for safety

Champion Weaknesses

  • Weaker early game
  • Vulnerable to assassins
  • Reliant on positioning
  • Limited escape options

Caitlyn currently costs 225 BE or 260 RP to unlock, making them one of the more cheaper champions for new players. Players looking to master Caitlyn should spend time learning their unique mechanics and optimal build paths for different matchups.