League of Legends news:
Sam is now streaming! Joined by teammates from Gucci Gamin, Sam and friends show off their coordination and team comps on the all-new Twisted Treeline. Learn about tactics and item builds for Twisted Treeline from a serious pro.
Tales of the Lane
Europe’s top teams will battle it out in the Tales of the Lane tournament finale! Hosted by Chips and Noi, Tales of the Lane will feature some of Europe’s best teams competing for their share of a $30,000 prize pool.
Shhh! Quiet! You there: are you trying to get us caught?! Someone is out there, lurking in the forest beyond this cave. How grating it was to take orders from a sniveling, cowardly rat who skulks in the shadows, but since I betrayed his little mob family, Gangster Twitch seeks my head. It does not help matters that before I escaped, Miss Fortune told me that he secretly covets my scarlet cravat.
Wait this out with me awhile; I have a feeling you can lead his goons away from me if you choose.
- Or just take me with you. Your wages cannot be worse than the rat’s. I would be willing to follow you for a fair price. Is Mafia Graves’ loyalty worth, say, 487 RP to you?
When I say Summoner you say Showcase. Summoner…
... excellent work. This edition of the Showcase features more brilliant fan art, cosplay, and crafts from community members like you who show off the community’s artistic chops and dedication. What have we got in store for you? Hit play and find out – you’re just one click away.
We recently took some time to talk to the League of Legends Reddit community about the unveiling of the new Twisted Treeline. On October 26, a few Rioters involved in the map’s creation answered some of your most burning questions about design, lore and art of the revamped TT. Here are the highlights!
A brand new Field of Justice awaits and Sam, our newest featured streamer, is no stranger to the dangers of the Twisted Treeline. In fact, Sam traverses the Treeline from altar to altar, dominating his opponents with ruthless efficiency. Add on some powerful allies from his team Gucci Gamin and you’ve got an unstoppable 3v3 killing machine. This wrecking crew won’t leave anyone stay standing.
Hey folks,
As recently outlined, we’re going to be taking the opportunity to roll out some gameplay changes during the Preseason that we think will make League of Legends even better. Overall, we’re really satisfied with the diversity of champions that are viable at all levels of competition, and the variety of winning strategies that are out there. But we think there are ways we can still improve game pacing, champion diversity within roles, and customization options. The Preseason gives us an opportunity to look at some of the underlying systems that define the game, and make improvements there.
Summoners,
We’re continuing to work hard on the end of season patch which includes your rewards for Season Two. We’re still ironing out a few kinks, and we aren’t going to deploy until we’re confident it’s ready and polished.
As a result, ranked queues will remain available until we’re ready to pull the trigger on the patch. Your end of season rewards will still be based on the highest rating you earned between September 12th and when maintenance begins for the upcoming patch. Thanks for your patience!
Summoners,
We had some big aspirations for Season Two, but you blew us away with your incredible dedication and support.
Your enthusiasm and passion has helped legitimize eSports as something that’s every bit as entertaining and competitive as any traditional sport, and the world’s taking notice. Seriously. We’re more energized than ever for the future, and it’s all thanks to your outpouring of support – none of this would be possible without you.
Why am I here? I’m a polling place “volunteer”—HA. Yes, because I willingly donned this Statue of Karthus getup and happily skipped outside to be a billboard for democracy. Even my undead derriere is sweating in this unseasonal heat. Go out and represent your constituency, they said. It’ll be great to have a representative from the Shadow Isles greeting people at the polls, they said.
- Oh, look who’s here: it’s Leona with her sunny holier-than-thou disposition. Will you be voting “Yes” on the solar energy proposition? Of course; I’m so surprised. Too bad the Solari lobbyists don’t have half the charisma of their lunar competitors—hey! Sheath that Zenith Blade! 487 RP
- Careful with those spirit blades, Irelia. Although you should only be using the provided paper-poking implements, be my guest and stab away with your magic-trick knives. You have only yourself to blame if your ballot has hanging chads. 487 RP
- Riven! How many times do I have to chase you out of here? I don’t care about your supposed right to picket. No one here is going to listen to your third-party write-in shpiel, especially not after that social media battle-bunny scandal. 487 RP
The MLG Fall Championship has begun!
Watch as eight of the most fearsome teams from Korea, North America, and Europe fight for glory, honor, and $30,000 in prizes. Every exciting moment will be brought to you with expert match commentary and analysis by Phreak, Jatt, Deman, MonteCristo, and OptimusTom.
Three teams from Europe – M5.BENQ, SK Gaming, and CLG.EU – have already qualified for the Season Three Championship Series, but there are still five spots left to fill. With the new competitive season closing in, the search for the remaining Season Three contenders is officially on.
A forbidden new champion stalks the Fields of Justice in the upcoming patch: Zed, the Master of Shadows. Deadly in many roles, including mid lane and jungle, this dark assassin’s energy-based gameplay revolves around conjuring and commanding shadow clones.
SUMMONERS! The time has come for YOU to exercise a very important right—nay, a civic duty that you must fulfill. That is right: I, Uncle Ryze, WANT YOU to VOTE. And tonight, the candidates for the suddenly vacated seat on Piltover’s Parks and Recreation Committee will present their viewpoints on the pressing issues directly affecting your mortal existence! As your debate moderator, it is my job to ensure order will be maintained within this stately Veterans’ Hall.
The question posed to our candidates tonight is…“Wards: Enlightening Vision of the Future, or Menace to Progress?” Shall we proceed with our opening statements?
- Leaning on her podium, Shyvana breathes heavily into her mic: “For far too long has the humanoid-draconic population been grossly underrepresented in our constituency. Wards are yet another deterrent to drive us away from nesting in our native bushes. It’s enough to make me rage…” 487 RP
- A polite cough cuts her diatribe short. Jayce adjusts his collar and interjects: “Excuse me, moderator. While my opponent makes some very scorching remarks, everyone knows that the future lies in scientific exploration. I find wards to be one of the greatest inventions of our modern era, keeping champions safe from future backstabbing with exceptional premonitions!” 487 RP
- With a thunderous slam onto the stage, Pantheon arises, dust rising from the crater left behind. He bellows: “While I do not approve of this…science…thing, I stand with him! Wards grant me the sight necessary to land my spear shots, and in doing so lend strength to my arm. I will shield-bash anyone who dare challenges me!” 487 RP
Since early antiquity, shadows have long been a subject of fascination. If you’re a scientist, your shadow is probably a simple projection of light. If you’re more spiritual, your shadow might be a reflection of your more shady whims. And if you’re following a forbidden path filled with dark techniques and even darker motives, it’s possible that your shadow is a sinister companion ready to help you pull off a vicious assassination in some dark corner of the Fields of Justice.
Welcome to this week’s Pro Player Pick, where we feature one of League of Legends’ best players discussing his champion of choice.
Today, we’re permanently slashing prices on some of your favorite champions, so you can bolster your roster with even more affordable options.
Cassiopeia and Kog’Maw are each having their RP and IP prices dropped:
- Cassiopeia, the Serpent’s Embrace, (previously 975 RP/6300 IP) is now 880 RP/4800 IP.
- Kog’Maw, the Mouth of the Abyss, (previously 975 RP/6300 IP) is now 880 RP/4800 IP.
Welcome, welcome, summoners, to my humble home on this foreboding Harrowing night. I, Vladimir, shall be your host. You chose to walk these streets and alleys with such conviction, unaware of the horrors and dangers just beyond the darkness! All for candy to be deposited in your bags and buckets...I admire your conviction.
Despite the terrors that lurk around each corner this night, children from all over Valoran will be stopping by to partake in these delicious treats. Join me, and let us see who shows up.
- I cannot judge others’ brilliant costumes before my own. How do you like the blonde tresses and fine-tailored longcoat? As Marquis Vladimir, I think I ooze more savoir faire than hemoglobin. 487 RP
The beta for the new Twisted Treeline in full swing, and now you have the opportunity to scope the lay of the land by playing against AI opponents. To help you get a handle on the new gameplay, we’ve added TT to Co-op vs. AI matchmaking for the first time ever. Here you can try out new builds and test your skills against Beginner and Intermediate bots specifically designed for the new terrain and mechanics. You can also add these bots to your Custom games if want to practice on your own, or fill the gaps in a game with your friends.
The Harrowing is in full swing, and some of your favorite champions are ready to celebrate the season in style. Head over to the store to grab this year’s costumes. But don’t hesitate, because these Harrowing skins will only be available through November 13th, when they’ll retire to the Legacy Skin Vault.
The resurgence of the Shadow Isles is at hand! Dormant for hundreds of years, these islands are host to all manner of once forgotten terrors. Now you can pick up some brand new items themed around the spectral realm. In addition to new wards and icons, you’ll also find some sinister new skins for some of your favorite champions.
Take command of Elise, the Spider Queen, and her army of spiderlings to rend and devour your enemies˘ feeble flesh.
This weekend see’s the online qualifiers for the Tales of the Lane tournament, brought to you by the team behind last year’s highly successful Kings of Europe tournament.
10 of the strongest teams in Europe will battle it out for their chance to participate in the live finals to be held in Paris on November 11tth.
The groups for this weekend’s qualifiers are:
Group A :
SK
Fnatic
Alternate
TT Dragon
Mouz
Group B :
M5
Curse.eu
MYM
Eclypsia
I want cookies
The new Twisted Treeline Beta is live. We got some great feedback from PBE testers, so now it’s time to hear what all of you think about the new 3v3 battleground. Whether you’re a veteran Twisted Treeline player who topped out the ladder last season, or you’re just sitting down to your first 3v3 match, your feedback is important to us, so leave us your comments!
Summoners, are you ready for a spooky edition of the Summoner Showcase? We’ve got adorable fan art and cosplay for you to feast your eyes on, as many of your favorite champions get into the holiday spirit with some new costumes of their own created by summoners just like you! All you’ve got to do is hit play…