League of Legends players are expressing disappointment with Riot Games' new Sahn-Uzal Mordekaiser skin, instead favoring a community-created concept featuring Hextech chests. This reaction comes amid ongoing controversy over Riot's removal of Hextech chests from the game in early 2025.

The fan-made design, which has topped the League subreddit, reimagines Mordekaiser with Hextech chests forming his armor and weapon. Players particularly appreciate its creative approach, with some suggesting potential animations like a custom "opening chest" effect during his ultimate ability.

The timing is particularly significant as Riot recently declined players' requests to reinstate Hextech chests, stating they had "unintentionally became the primary way to unlock skins" and were "not sustainable for League in the long term."

Adding to player frustration, the new Sahn-Uzal Mordekaiser skin will be available only through the Sanctum, a gacha-style system requiring players to purchase Ancient Sparks with Riot Points for random skin pulls.

The community's response reflects broader concerns about League's monetization direction, with players criticizing:

• Removal of free Hextech chests
• Declining battle pass value
• Increasing skin prices
• Introduction of gacha mechanics
• Premium status of Mythic Essence

This situation highlights growing tension between Riot Games' business decisions and the player community's expectations for skin accessibility and value.

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