Riot Games is shaking up League of Legends before the Mid-Season Invitational. Patch 26.13 will introduce a new champion named Locke alongside buffs for at least 10 champions. The changes aim to refresh the competitive meta ahead of the tournament.
New champion Locke joins the roster
The patch targets the professional scene directly. By buffing a large pool of champions, Riot hopes to create more diverse strategies at MSI. The new champion Locke will also enter the roster, adding fresh dynamics to both casual and pro play.
Locke is the first new champion revealed for this patch cycle. Riot has not yet detailed his abilities or role. More information is expected closer to the patch's release date.
The champion buffs are designed to increase pick variety. At least 10 champions will receive adjustments, though Riot has not named them yet. The goal is to ensure no single champion dominates the MSI meta.
When we covered the last league of legends update, several of the same balance and stability themes came up. Patch 26.13 continues that focus on competitive integrity. Players can expect a more varied champion pool at MSI as a result.
Source: Insider Gaming
