Updated on November 18, 12:18 a.m. (GMT+8): Added events from Arcane season 2, act 2.
Who knew a high-society Piltovan enforcer and a rough-and-tumble Zaunite vigilante could have such electrifying chemistry?
Caitlyn and Vi’s relationship has taken the world of Arcane by storm, proving that opposites truly do attract.
From their initial encounter to their fiery arguments and tender moments, Caitlyn and Vi’s relationship has been nothing short of beautiful.
Let’s dive into the timeline of their love story and explore the highs and lows that have shaped their bond.
Caitlyn and Vi’s relationship timeline in Arcane
Arcane season 1, episode 4: The start of Caitlyn and Vi’s relationship in Arcane
Caitlyn and Vi’s relationship first started in Arcane season 1 episode 4, “Happy Progress Day!” As a new Piltover enforcer, Caitlyn visits the Stillwater Hold prison to investigate a case involving inmate 2135. Here, she unexpectedly meets Vi, a Zaunite prisoner.
Intrigued by Vi’s connection to the criminal underworld and her knowledge of Silco, Caitlyn and Vi form an unlikely alliance to achieve their individual goals. Vi seeks information about her missing sister, while Caitlyn aims to capture the elusive criminal, Silco.
To gain insights into Silco’s operations, Vi guides Caitlyn through the dangerous underbelly of Zaun in the following episode, “Everybody Wants to Be My Enemy.” Their journey leads them to a brothel, a place Vi believes holds the key to uncovering Silco’s secrets.
Arcane season 1, episode 5: Vi calls Caitlyn “hot” for the first time
As the two go deeper into Zaun, their bond strengthens.
In Arcane season 1 episode 5, “Everybody Wants to Be My Enemy,” Vi calls Caitlyn “hot” and playfully teases her. This flirtatious exchange hints at a growing attraction between them.
Arcane season 1, episode 6: Caitlyn and Vi officially become friends
By the end of the fifth episode, Caitlyn and Vi’s relationship has evolved beyond a mere working alliance. After Caitlyn works with Vi to fight Sevika, their bond deepens. The playful banter they share suggests a growing comfort level and camaraderie.
This newfound friendship is solidified in Arcane season 1, episode 6, “When These Walls Come Tumbling Down,” when Vi publicly acknowledges Caitlyn as a friend in front of Jinx.
Arcane season 1, episode 6: Caitlyn and Vi become affectionate
As the events of the sixth episode unfold, Caitlyn and Vi share a farewell at the Bridge of Progress. As Vi prepares to pursue her sister, she expresses her gratitude to Caitlyn for her help and support.
The scene is marked by a tender moment, as the two embrace. Caitlyn gives Vi an even tighter hug after she expresses her heartfelt thanks.
Arcane season 1, episode 8: Vi opens up to Caitlyn
In Arcane season 1 episode 8, “Oil and Water,” Vi opens up to Caitlyn in a rare moment of vulnerability. As they lie together on Caitlyn’s bed, Vi shares cherished memories of her sister, revealing a softer side of herself.
Arcane season 1, episode 8: Caitlyn and Vi have a falling out
In the eighth episode, Caitlyn and Vi confront their vastly different upbringings — Caitlyn from the affluent city of Piltover and Vi from the undercity of Zaun — they realize the chasm separating their worlds.
Overwhelmed by this, Vi decides to distance herself from Caitlyn. She asks Caitlyn to forget about her and walks away.
Arcane season 2, episode 1: Caitlyn shows her vulnerability to Vi
In the opening episode of Arcane’s second season, “Heavy Is the Crown,” Caitlyn experiences loss as her mother, Cassandra Kiramman, dies in a tragic attack. While she maintains a composed demeanor in public, particularly during her mother’s funeral, her true emotions are revealed in a private moment with Vi.
Alone with Vi, Caitlyn finally breaks down, allowing herself to grieve openly.
Arcane season 2, episode 1: Caitlyn and Vi fight
In the first episode of Arcane season 2, Caitlyn asks Vi to join the Piltover Police Department and become an enforcer force to help hunt down Jinx. Vi rejects the offer, haunted by the tragic deaths of her parents at the hands of enforcers.
The contrast in their perspectives leads to a heated argument. Vi’s anger and resentment towards the enforcers drive a wedge between her and Caitlyn.
Arcane season 2, episode 1: Vi rescues Caitlyn
Despite their earlier conflict in the episode, Vi’s protective instincts take over when Caitlyn’s life is threatened during an attack by Chemtank guards. Vi intervenes and saves Caitlyn from harm.
Arcane season 2, episode 1: Vi calms Caitlyn down
Caitlyn, consumed by anger and grief after the attack on Piltover, pours out her frustrations to Vi. She expresses her sorrow over her mother’s death and the heavy burden she feels as the protector of the city.
In response, Vi offers words of comfort and understanding, soothing Caitlyn’s troubled mind. An intimate moment ensues as Vi gently wipes away a tear from Caitlyn’s cheek, signaling a reconciliation between the two.
Arcane season 2, episode 3: Vi and Caitlyn share their first kiss
In Arcane season 2, episode 3 titled “Finally Got The Name Right,” Vi shares her fears and insecurities with Caitlyn. She expresses the need for stability and asks Caitlyn to be a constant presence in her life.
Caitlyn responds with a tender kiss, a gesture of love and reassurance.
Arcane season 2, episode 3: Caitlyn and Vi have their first big fight and break up
As Caitlyn prepares to take a shot at Jinx, Vi intervenes to protect a young girl, Isha, who is caught in the crossfire. This act sparks an argument between the two, with Caitlyn expressing frustration at Vi’s decision.
Caitlyn, overwhelmed by anger and disappointment, pushes Vi away with the butt of her rifle. Vi is left alone, heartbroken and in tears.
Arcane season 2, episodes 4 and 5: Caitlyn and Vi cope with their grief in different ways
Following their breakup, Caitlyn and Vi deal with the emotional aftermath in their ways.
Caitlyn seeks solace in the company of her fellow enforcer, officer Maddie Nolen. Their growing closeness is evident in the opening scene of Arcane season 2 episode 4, “Paint the Town Blue,” hinting at a budding romance.
Vi undergoes a dramatic transformation, adopting a rebellious new look that reflects her inner turmoil. She channels her anger and frustration into intense boxing matches and reckless behavior, seeking comfort in the thrill of combat and the numbing effects of alcohol.
Haunted by the memory of Caitlyn, Vi also experiences vivid hallucinations during this era in her life.
Arcane season 2, episode 6: Caitlyn and Vi reunite
Caitlyn and Vi cross paths once again in the sixth episode of Arcane’s second season. While patrolling Viktor’s camp, Caitlyn tackles Vi, initially failing to recognize her in her new appearance.
The two quickly reconnect, sharing their respective goals. Caitlyn is on a mission to track down a new chemweapon, while Vi is determined to save her father, Vander, who has been transformed into the monstrous creature known as Warwick.
Arcane season 2, episode 6: Caitlyn and Vi team up
Caitlyn and Vi form a stealthy alliance in Arcane season 2 episode 6, “The Message Hidden Within the Pattern.”
Caitlyn feigns loyalty to Piltover by pretending to capture Vi, deceiving Ambessa Medarda and creating a diversion. This allows Caitlyn to prevent Singed from administering the harmful serum to Warwick.
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