League of Legends Season 8 ran from January 16 to November 12, 2018, introducing significant changes to the game's core systems and content.

New Champions:

• Zoe
• Kai'Sa
• Pyke

Major Champion Updates:

• Visual & Gameplay: Swain, Irelia, Aatrox, Akali, Nunu, Ezreal
• Gameplay Only: Morgana, Zyra, Kalista, Rengar, Varus, Volibear, Ahri, Lissandra

New Items:

• Stopwatch
• Oblivion Orb
• Spellbinder
• Stormrazor

Removed Items:

• Sightstone
• Banner of Command
• Tracker's Knife
• Various support items

Game Mode Updates:

• New: OVERCHARGE, Snow Battle ARURF, Nexus Blitz, Odyssey: Extraction
• ARAM improvements: Butcher's Bridge return, updated champion selection, new surrender options

Runes Reforged System:

• Combined previous Runes and Masteries
• Five paths: Precision, Domination, Sorcery, Resolve, Inspiration
• Free for all players
• Customizable in champion select

Progression Changes:

• Removed level cap
• New leveling rewards system
• Blue Essence replaced Influence Points
• Implemented Hextech Crafting improvements
• Introduced Essence Emporium
• Added Masterwork Chests
• Updated Honor system with new rewards

Season 8 marked a significant overhaul of League's core systems, focusing on streamlining the player experience while adding substantial new content and features.

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