Champions are playable characters in League of Legends, each possessing unique abilities and attributes. As of July 2024, there are 168 champions, with Aurora being the latest addition.

Champions are categorized based on their standard roles and traits in the game. Each champion has:

• An innate ability
• 3 basic abilities
• An ultimate ability

In the current lore, Champions are significant Runeterran beings with greater power, fame, or story importance than ordinary characters. Each champion has their own:

• Personal stories
• Short stories
• Origin reveals
• Comics

These narratives exist both in the main League of Legends universe and in Alternate Universes.

Champion Development:

• New champions are continuously developed by Riot Games
• 8-10 champions are typically in development simultaneously
• Each champion is designed with unique gameplay mechanics
• Weekly rotation of 10 free-to-play champions
• Champions can be unlocked using:
  • Blue Essence
  • RP (Riot Points)
  • Hextech Crafting

Recent Changes:

• Champion biographies are being updated to provide deeper character insights
• New format combines traditional bio with short fiction
• Focus on strengthening core themes and exploring motivations
• Updates prioritize maintaining the essence of why players love each champion

The champion roster continues to evolve, with regular updates to both gameplay mechanics and lore to keep the game fresh and engaging for players.

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