Urf, the Manatee was an April Fools' Day champion concept that became a beloved mascot in League of Legends, making regular appearances around April 1st each year.

Initially presented as a new champion, Urf was a peaceful manatee who aspired to become a League champion, inspired by Jax the Armsmaster. He wielded a fish and spatula as his weapons, representing his manatee heritage and culinary traditions.

According to the lore, Urf met a tragic end when Warwick, the werewolf champion, attacked him in Summoner's Rift. This event led to the creation of the Urf the Manatee Warwick skin, which was initially offered at 5000 RP but sold at a 99% discount (50 RP) for one week to honor the fallen manatee.

Urf's legacy lives on through various in-game references:

• His planned abilities referenced "I'm On A Boat" by The Lonely Island
• Multiple champions received Urf-themed skins:
  • Urf the Manatee (Warwick)
  • Urfwick
  • Urf the Nami-tee
  • Fisherman Fizz
  • Urfrider Corki
  • Urf Kench

The Ultra Rapid Fire (URF) game mode, introduced on April 1st, 2014, was named in his honor and became a recurring featured game mode. Players who participated received the U.R.F. 2014 summoner icon.

Urf's influence extends beyond gameplay, with his image temporarily replacing various icons on the League of Legends website during April Fools' Day celebrations, cementing his status as one of the game's most memorable April Fools' jokes turned cultural phenomenon.

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