Riot Games continues to expand its creative universe with the newest additions to the Rain Shepherd skin line. Tristana and Gwen join this collection in Patch 25.23, bringing a fresh look inspired by tranquil, nature-themed designs that have become a hallmark of the series.
The Rain Shepherd line, first seen in 2024, blends soft color palettes and natural motifs to create a calm and distinctive atmosphere. With these new releases, players can expect consistent visual storytelling that connects the champions through shared themes of serenity and renewal.
Rain Shepherd skin line
The Rain Shepherd universe expands with Tristana and Gwen, joining Fizz and Milio from the earlier release. This setting portrays a calm yet struggling world where the absence of rain has left the land dry and silent. Frogs, once known for their songs, have lost their voices, causing the rainfall to fade.
To restore balance, the Rain Shepherds emerge—guardians dressed in weathered rain gear who carry the duty of reviving nature’s rhythm. Their designs emphasize soft colors, gentle lighting, and natural details like water lilies and misty backdrops.
| Champion | Skin Type | Theme Focus |
|---|---|---|
| Tristana | Epic | Renewal and rainfall |
| Gwen | Epic | Restoration and nature’s calm |
Creative process
The visual design team approached the Rain Shepherd skins with a focus on charm and cohesion. Terence Cantal (Riot Terry) guided Tristana’s artwork through several stages—from rough sketches to polished illustration—captured in a short progress GIF. Small details added personality, such as naming the frogs in the splash art after team members, including Layla, Jen, and Rudy.
Terry’s prior experience on projects like Chosen of the Wolf Katarina and Exalted Spirit Blossom Morgana informed the balance between color and character.
Meanwhile, Riot Fortune shaped Gwen’s splash art with her signature attention to tone and atmosphere. Her past work on skins like Faerie Court Lux and Spirit Blossom Springs Teemo influenced the gentle palette and natural motifs.
| Artist | Notable Works |
|---|---|
| Riot Terry | Tristana (Rain Shepherd), Ahri (Onsen Variant) |
| Riot Fortune | Gwen (Rain Shepherd), Heimerdinger (Arcane Professor) |
Skins release
The Rain Shepherd skins for Tristana and Gwen arrive with Patch 25.23, planned for November 23. Both are classified as Epic skins, each priced at 1,350 RP. This patch marks one of the year’s final updates, adding a calm, rain-inspired theme to the champions.
| Champion | Skin Name | Type | Price | Release Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tristana | Rain Shepherd Tristana | Epic | 1,350 RP | Nov 23, 2025 |
| Gwen | Rain Shepherd Gwen | Epic | 1,350 RP | Nov 23, 2025 |
