
League of Legends RP: Complete Guide to Riot's Premium Currency
RP is a premium currency in League of Legends and Teamfight Tactics PC used to purchase cosmetic items and various in-game features.
Uses for RP include:
- Champions
- Champion skins and Chromas
- Ward skins and Emotes
- Event passes
- Little Legends eggs
- Arena Skins
- Clash premium tickets
- Eternals
- Experience boosts
- Additional rune pages
- Summoner name changes
- Server transfers
Purchasing RP:
- Can be bought online using credit/debit cards or PayPal
- Available through gift codes and retail stores
- Pricing varies by region
- Major retailers include Best Buy, Walmart, GameStop, and 7/11
Important Notes:
- Previously known as "Riot Points," simplified to "RP" during 10th Anniversary Event
- Uses free-to-play business model
- Skin pricing tiers range from $4 to $25
- New "luxury" tier introduced in 2024 uses slot machine mechanic
- Garena servers previously used "Garena Shells" to purchase RP
Historical Events:
- 350 RP compensation during Season One server issues
- 450 RP awarded to eligible players in December 2011
- Name changed from "Riot Points" to "RP" to reflect expansion beyond League of Legends
Regional Availability:
- Available in all major regions (NA, EU, Asia, Oceania, LATAM)
- Pricing and purchase methods vary by region
- Some regions have specific payment systems (e.g., VNG in Vietnam)
Note: Prices and availability may vary based on your region and local currency.
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