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Winterblessed PBE preview & splash art!

2022-11-14T10:05:00.016-08:00

[NEWS: ARAM 2023 Preview! / TFT MONSTERS ATTACK! GAMEPLAY OVERVIEW]

New Splash art & In-Game previews for Winterblessed Diana, Shaco, Swain, Warwick (+ Prestige), Zilean, Zoe skins have been previewed on Riot's social media!

Continue reading for more information!

UPDATE: In-Game previews also out!

By the light of the Aurora, winter has come! New Winterblessed Skins are unwrapping on the PBE:

❄️ Winterblessed Diana
❄️ Winterblessed Warwick
❄️ Winterblessed Shaco
❄️ Winterblessed Swain
❄️ Winterblessed Zilean
❄️ Winterblessed Zoe
❄️ Prestige Winterblessed Warwick pic.twitter.com/ClEygLdoic
— League of Legends (@LeagueOfLegends) November 14, 2022

Mirror:

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"Winter comes to Runeterra! With the first snow of the year, Polaris must choose whether to bless or burden the realm. Will good deeds or greed win the day?"

"Winter's blessings upon you all! Grab your friends and gather 'round—more Winterblessed skins are coming to celebrate the season!"

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Winter comes to Runeterra! With the first snow of the year, Polaris must choose whether to bless or burden the realm. Will good deeds or greed win the day? pic.twitter.com/lYZQIRikEU
— League of Legends (@LeagueOfLegends) November 14, 2022

Winter's blessings upon you all! Grab your friends and gather 'round—more Winterblessed skins are coming to celebrate the season! pic.twitter.com/2c41pQDHZH
— League of Legends (@LeagueOfLegends) November 14, 2022

Look for more on these skins as the next PBE cycle kicks off soon!

Red Post Collection: Patch Notes, Making Space Groove TFT Dev Drop, & More

2022-11-08T18:33:00.004-08:00

This week's red post collection includes the Patch 12.21 & TFT notes, a look at how Space Groove got it's groove back, A TFT Dev Drop, a mechanics overview for the next TFT set, and more!

Continue reading for more information!

Patch 12.21 Notes

Check out the Patch 12.21 notes:

"The World Championship Final is this weekend, K’Sante is here, and Preseason 2023 is coming. There’s no time to dally, so let’s jump straight into patch 12.21!

This is going to be a relatively light patch as we get ready for all the exciting Preseason changes around the corner, so we’re doing a few smaller balance adjustments this time around. That said, big things come in small packages and this patch introduces K’Sante, the Pride of Nazumah, so make sure to try him out! Thanks for reading and see you in the next patch!

World’s hype got you wanting more? Well check out the Dragonlands championship TFT patch notes here!

LILU “RIOT RIRU” CABREROS

MID-PATCH UPDATES

11/8/2022 MID-PATCH UPDATE

K’Sante

OVERKILLED Fixed a bug where K’Sante would knock opponents airborne for an extended period of time if he died while using R - All Out through terrain.

11/2/2022 MID-PATCH UPDATE

Heimerdinger

BY MY CALCULATIONS Fixed a bug where casting Heimerdinger’s ultimate Q would reset the cooldown timer on his W and E if they were already on cooldown.

Syndra

TRY TO STOP ME Fixed a bug where Syndra’s E could move Olaf while he is immune to CC from his ultimate."

[Read the full patch notes here!]

Making Space Groove

"Or how I learned to stop tilting and feel The Groove." - SMALL BABY PANDA

"Picture this: You’re stomping your way down your lane, not a care in the world, when a sudden stroke of brilliance hits you. League needs a baby skin line.

Your imagination starts cranking on all cylinders. Baby Elise will fall from the sky on an adorable baby mobile. Maokai’s saplings are teddy bears. Sett screams like an infant on an airplane when he casts Haymaker.

Many truly brilliant ideas for skin thematics—including all champions are now babies—never get made. But that doesn’t stop Rioters from constantly dreaming up nutty concepts and trying to get them into the game we love so much. And at Riot, there’s always a chance. Even Rioters in roles that aren’t part of the creative discipline have the opportunity to bring their ideas to the Rift."

[Read the full article here!]

Teamfight Tactics Patch 12.21 Notes

Here's the TFT patch 12.21 notes:

"Welcome to the Dragonlands Championship patch!

This is going to be a short one since we’re focusing on tightening up power outliers of the meta for the competitive scene, rather than shifting the meta entirely. That being said, we shipped a mid-week update in the 12.20 notes with a few bigger changes you can check out. And if you want more information about the Dragonlands Championship we’ve got you covered here.

Finally, in case you missed our 13 minute update on TFT: Monsters Attack! and more, you can check it out here.

RODGER “RIOT PRISM" CAUDILL"

[Read the full patch notes here!]

TFT Dev Drop

TFT Dev Drop: November 2022 I Dev Video

"Join us for conversations about our next set, Augments [1:05], heroes, villains [4:07], and TFT’s baddest Little Legends to date [8:41]. "

TFT Monsters Attack Mechanics Overview

"Read all about the new mechanics coming in TFT: Monsters Attack!" - RODGER “RIOT PRISM” CAUDILL

In TFT, anyone can be a hero—chubby ball dragons, sword-wielding penguins, and of course monstrous Threats like Bel’veth, Urgot, and Zac. You see, in TFT: Monsters Attack! the only thing a champion needs to become a hero is a Hero Augment.

And just what are Hero Augments? Well, keep reading (and I’ll keep typing) to find out about the new mechanics coming in patch 12.23 with TFT: Monsters Attack!

[Read the full article here!]

/Dev Teamfight Tactics: Dragonlands Learnings

"Taking what we learned from Dragonlands into the next set and beyond!"

"With a bit over a month left in Dragonlands, it’s time to take a bird’s dragon’s eye view of what we promised we’d improve upon and do better in our next set, Monsters Attack!

TL;DR

This is a long one, and we’re going to get very game-designy, so here’s the TL;DR:

Looking Back: This is where we directly respond to the goals we created last set in our previous Learnings article.Variance and Novelty: Dragonlands succeeded in new unit design by reducing reprints, but it fell short with variance that relied upon Augments and Treasure Dragons. Our future set plans to add more variance through both traits and twists on existing systems.

Item Systems Pain Points: The Treasure Dragon solved one of our biggest Item pain points, but the Treasure Dragon is endemic to Dragonlands, and our next set needs a new solution. Item Anvils let you choose from a number of full item or component options, and we hope they solve the pain of late game item distribution in a healthy way, and we’ll continue to use the Anvils as a long-term addition to TFT.

Spatulas and Emblems: After two sets of no-transformative Emblems, we committed to allowing Emblems to do weird and exciting things, but we went too far. Synergies like Revel Daeja, Dragonmancer Nunu, and Assassin Olaf dominated games, but have also led to the creation of a new framework with balancing Emblems. So with our next set, Emblems can still be used to create cool combos… just not the game warping ones you’re used to seeing.

Augments: With Augments becoming an evergreen feature of TFT, we’re committed to increasing focus and resources to make sure that Augments are better balanced and fun at all points in the game.

Looking Forward: This is where we set out a list of goals to improve upon for the next set, Monsters Attack!

Compositional Variety: Our biggest learning from Dragonlands is that we never want to reduce the amount of possible team building outcomes. Moving forward, systems, traits, or champions mechanics won’t limit your ability to consider combinations in the team building part of the game.

Dragons: By taking up two slots, being pricey, and adding 3 to their origin trait, Dragons hindered composition variety and flexibility. So, moving forward, we’re taking a LONG break from 2-slot champions in TFT.

Champion Power Expectations: Some TFT truths have been ingrained in the players’ minds since day one. For instance, a more expensive 2-star unit should be more powerful than a less expensive 2-star. With Dragonmancer and Guild Xayah comps, we broke that rule. In the future, we need to be extremely careful with anything that challenges the core assumptions of how TFT works, and not break those expectations with champ, trait, and Augment designs.

Early Game Economy & Risk/Reward: After experimenting with drip reward economic traits in Dragonlands and realizing they warp the general flow of the early game, we’re going to focus more on designing economic traits around the cashout philosophy (one big burst of econ power).

Bugs & Balance: In Dragonlands and Uncharted Realms, we launched with more bugs than is acceptable. We let you down here. The team has already begun taking steps to combat the challenges that complex set releases create so we can deliver you a higher quality launch in the future. We hope to update you on those steps soon.

Augments: While we’ve had a tough time with a few Augments throughout the set, we’re happy with the variance and excitement that Augments add to the game, and we’re committed to taking the Augment system to the next level with our next set.

[Read the full article here!]

Miscellaneous

League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics Will Be Published by Riot Games in Southeast Asia for the First Time

"After a 12-year partnership with Garena, Riot Games will begin self-publishing League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics across Southeast Asia in January 2023. In the years since Riot first released League in 2009, the game has become a favorite for players in Southeast Asia. By self-publishing, we will make sure players in Southeast Asia have the same League and TFT experience as people who play our games all around the world."

Worlds 2022 Finals Opening Ceremony Presented by Mastercard ft. Lil Nas X, Jackson Wang & Edda Hayes

Fire to the Fuse (Ft. Jackson Wang) | Official Empyrean Music Theme - League of Legends x 88rising

Other Games

Wild Rift

Patch 3.5 Preview

We’re exploring it all in Patch 3.5: Darkin to Dawn! Coming November 17 UTC.

In this Patch Preview, @darkhorse4life and David talk:
🌑 New champions
🌅 Updates for the jungle
🌑 Wild Pass + new skins
🌅 In-game events

▶️ WATCH NOW: https://t.co/3mMVGDeeFG pic.twitter.com/ge1kvFgCQf
— League of Legends: Wild Rift (@wildrift) November 4, 2022

Legends of Runeterra

Game design dev blog:

Manager of Game Design @DesignerDanF offers some wisdom on Game Design and how best to deliver feedback to help shape a game.

Read on for more details and use your new knowledge to help build the future of LoR!

➡️ https://t.co/tGhlCD7kJt pic.twitter.com/FLlSKQwtVd
— Legends of Runeterra (@PlayRuneterra) October 28, 2022

Balance Adjustment

We’re hoping this balance adjustment will hit the right note. Full patch notes will be released Tuesday! pic.twitter.com/vWylru9lGV
— Legends of Runeterra (@PlayRuneterra) November 4, 2022

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11/3 PBE Update: Loot Assets & Icon Tweaks

2022-11-03T17:12:00.004-07:00

The PBE has been updated! As we continue the 12.22 PBE cycle, today's patch includes loot assets & icon tweaks!

Continue reading for more information!

(Warning: PBE Content is tentative and subject to change - what you see below may not reflect what eventually gets pushed to live servers at the end of the cycle! Manage your expectations accordingly.)

Loot Assets

New Loot assets are now on the PBE:

Space Groove 2022 Capsule

Open to reveal three random skin shards with a chance to obtain an Space Groove 2022 Grab Bag.

Space Groove 2022 Grab Bag

Contains 1 Skin Shard worth 1350 RP or below, and 2 Skin Shards worth 975 RP or more. Bonus chance at 2 Skin Shards worth 975 RP or more.

Space Groove 2022 Epic Skin

Contains either Space Groove Teemo, Space Groove Lissandra, Space Groove Gragas, Space Groove Twisted Fate, Space Groove Nami, Space Groove Taric, Space Groove Ornn, granting unowned skins first.

Miscellaneous

Galaxy Slayer Zed mythic chroma icon tweaked:

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Balance Changes

Looking for daily balance changes? Please check out fellow dataminer Spideraxe's twitter!

Context & Notes

1) Here's Riot Maxw3ell with some ARAM changes now testing on the PBE:

The full list:

Plus 20% bonus Energy Regen on ARAM: Akali, Kennen, Lee Sin, and Zed.
Plus 20% Tenacity on ARAM: Akali, Ekko, Elise, Evelynn, Fizz, Kassadin, Katarina, Kayn, Kha’Zix, LeBlanc, Pyke, Qiyana, Rek’Sai, Rengar, Talon, and Zed.

Removing 20 Ability Haste on Ashe
— Riot Maxw3ll (@ExasperatedDan) November 3, 2022

2) Riot Auberaun noted champion select anonymity is coming to the PBE:

Champion Select Anonymity is coming to PBE! It'll be enabled for Normal Draft Pick there, but only for Ranked Solo/Duo when it goes live.
— Chris Roberts (@RiotAuberaun) November 3, 2022

Check out [THIS PAGE] for a comprehensive list of the new content & changes currently on the PBE as a part of this cycle or catch up with the individual update links below !

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Worlds 2022 Event: Empyrean Skins & Content Now Available!

2022-11-03T16:47:00.004-07:00

"New colors in this realm. Wonder what blood looks like." The Worlds 2022 event heads to an explosive close with a new skinline, including seven skins, tons of chromas, and much more!

Continue reading for a closer look!

Worlds 2022 FAQ

For full content costs, mission rundowns, and much more, check out the Worlds 2022 FAQ!

"The best teams from around the world are Star Walkin' to North America for Worlds 2022, their footsteps rippling across Runeterra in splashes of mystic realms, spooky vibes, and more. Celebrate their triumphs with three dynamic skinlines for Worlds 2022!

SCHEDULE

Start: October 6, 2022 at 1:00 PM (PT)

Event Ends: November 14, 2022 at 11:59 PM (PT)

Shop Closes: November 21, 2022 at 1:00 PM (PT)*

Missions will start and stop on the same dates, but you'll have until November 21, 2022 at 11:00 AM (PT) to purchase your Worlds 2022 Tokens or Worlds 2022 Pass!"

Empyrean Cinematic

A new cinematic was released on Riot social media - Fire to the Fuse (Ft. Jackson Wang) | Official Empyrean Cinematic - League of Legends x 88rising

Champion Skins

A new skinline is now available!

Neon Strata: Few know of the Foreglow, and even fewer have seen its volatile neon flames. Normally a cosmic balancing force, something has tipped the scales, causing realms to collapse and funnel the Foreglow's power into single beings. Now known as Empyreans, these otherworldly forces of nature blaze a trail through the realms, each with their own agenda. The fire is spreading, with no end in sight.

Empyrean: The first Empyrean, Pyke, tears through the realms on a destructive rampage against his counterparts, birthing new Empyreans in the process. Who will reign supreme as these new powerhouses emerge, and what will they do with their rapidly dwindling time left?

Empyrean Jax

1350 RP

Hailing from a realm where he failed to protect his kingdom from annihilation, Jax was content to live in exile, until everything collapsed. Now an Empyrean, he knows that somewhere out there his kingdom is still intact. Even if it destroys him, he'll use all of his power to see his home one more time.

Empyrean Jhin

1350 RP

Jhin woke as an Empyrean with a sensation he'd never known before: true warmth. Exhilarated by the power, he set innocents ablaze with a flick of his hand. Finally, a muse worthy of him! The realization that "she" is slowly killing him only charms him more. Now if only he could find her source...

Empyrean Lux

1350 RP

Forced to live in squalor and shame for her magical abilities, Lux ironically escaped certain death when her realm collapsed. Now with the raw power of the Foreglow, she's free. It doesn't matter that she's on her last legs: she intends to live and experience as much as she can before the fire consumes her.

Empyrean Pyke

1820 RP (Legendary)

Pyke remembers little before falling into the embrace of the Foreglow, only that he was defending his home. Waking in a new realm as the first Empyrean, he hears the whispers of other Pykes across the dimensions, taunting him from their homes. Why was his lost and not theirs? No answer will satisfy his searing rage, except vengeance.

Special Interactions

Empyrean Vex

1350 RP

Vex didn't need anyone. Growing up alone, she was self-sufficient and annoyed by most people. Her realm's destruction barely made her blink, but her new Empyrean powers did give her an idea. By empowering her own shadow, she finally had a companion she tolerated. Vex may not need anyone, but then again, misery loves company.

Empyrean Zac

1350 RP

The Foreglow affects everyone differently. For Zac, it burned away all of his insecurities, but opened up his senses to the loneliness felt by the other Zacs across the realms. They needed him, and now he has the power to bring everyone together as one. A family reunion for the ages.

Empyrean Zed

1350 RP

The Foreglow is a power many desire, but Zed resents how it exposes him. His is a strength born from darkness, away from prying eyes. Perhaps in the fallen Husk realm left in Pyke's wake can he build a new domain of shadows, one that no Empyrean can topple.

Chromas

New sets of chromas are now available:

Empyrean Jax

9 Chromas

Empyrean Lux

9 Chromas

Empyrean Zac

9 Chromas

Empyrean Jhin

9 Chromas

Empyrean Zed

9 Chromas

Empyrean Pyke

9 Chromas

Empyrean Vex

9 Chromas

Summoner Icons

Tons of new summoner icons are now available!

Ward Skin

A new ward skin is now available:

Empyrean Ward

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Surrender at 20

Winterblessed PBE preview & splash art!

Red Post Collection: Patch Notes, Making Space Groove TFT Dev Drop, & More

Table of Contents

Patch 12.21 Notes

Making Space Groove

Teamfight Tactics Patch 12.21 Notes

TFT Dev Drop

TFT Monsters Attack Mechanics Overview

/Dev Teamfight Tactics: Dragonlands Learnings

Miscellaneous

Other Games

11/3 PBE Update: Loot Assets & Icon Tweaks

Table of Contents

Loot Assets

Miscellaneous

Balance Changes

Context & Notes

Worlds 2022 Event: Empyrean Skins & Content Now Available!

Table of Contents

Worlds 2022 FAQ

Empyrean Cinematic

Champion Skins

Empyrean Jax

Empyrean Jhin

Empyrean Lux

Empyrean Pyke

Empyrean Vex

Empyrean Zac

Empyrean Zed

Chromas

Summoner Icons

Ward Skin