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LoL Patch 25.s1.3 Notes

The latest update for League of Legends, patch 25.S1.3, introduces significant changes aimed at maintaining balance within the game's ecosystem. According to lead gameplay designer Matt „Riot Phroxzon“ Leung-Harrison, these adjustments focus on reducing the damage output from support items, ensuring that support champions do not outshine the ADC champions. This change is part of a broader effort to create a more balanced and competitive gameplay experience.

Regarding the recently released champion Mel Medarda, developers have decided against immediate adjustments. They anticipate that players will become accustomed to Mel's abilities over time and believe her unique style will naturally integrate into the game's dynamics without the need for early intervention. This considered approach reflects Riot Games‘ confidence in their design philosophy and their commitment to refining the gaming experience based on measured observations.

Preview of Updates for LoL Patch 25.S1.3

Enhancements to Champions in Summoner's Rift

In this patch, adjustments are being made to several champions to enhance their effectiveness. The champions benefiting from these enhancements include EvelynnJaxKayn (Blue)NasusQuinnRakanSamiraSwain, and Thresh. These changes aim to ensure these champions remain strong contenders, even if players opt for other rune trees besides Domination.

Reductions for Champions in Summoner's Rift

To maintain balance, several champions are experiencing reductions in power. Affected champions are CassiopeiaGalioJayceMiss FortuneRellSkarnerTeemo, and Viego. These alterations target overshooting performance metrics.

Improvements to Systems in Summoner’s Rift

Enhancements in this area involve raising the attack speed cap from 2.5 to 3.0, giving attack speed items more impact. Furthermore, this patch strengthens Chemtech Soul to ensure parity with other Dragon Souls. Domination Keystones also receive improvements.

Reductions to Systems in Summoner’s Rift

Specific systems are being scaled back to align gameplay. Among these, Bloodsong and Zaz’Zak’s Realmspike are adjusted to decrease their damage contributions from support items.

Adjustments to Systems in Summoner’s Rift

The focus here is on modifying champion bounties for losing teams to create a fairer distribution.

Enhancements to Champions in Swiftplay

In Swiftplay, buffed champions include FiddlesticksNidaleeIvern, and Zoe. These changes aim to refresh gameplay and empower these champions in the Swiftplay format.

Reductions for Champions in Swiftplay

This section features Yorick and Teemo, as both face adjustments to manage their impact within this mode.

Adjustments to Systems in Swiftplay

Alterations in game pacing are slated to refine the gameplay experience, ensuring matches remain engaging and competitive.

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