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[NA] Server Maintenance: Patch 5.7

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

On 08/04/2015, starting at 01:30 AM PDT, ranked queues will be disabled in preparation for patch 5.7. At 03:00 AM PDT, the servers will be shut down and all games currently in progress will end in a draw and stats will not be recorded. We estimate the battlegrounds will be unavailable for 6 hours.

[EUW]

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

On 08/04/2015, starting at 03:30 GMT, ranked queues will be disabled in preparation for patch 5.7. At 05:00 GMT, the servers will be shut down and all games currently in progress will end in a draw and stats will not be recorded. We estimate the battlegrounds will be unavailable for 6 hours.

Patch 5.7 Notes

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

Greetings, Summoners.

Champion diversity. What a world.

Last patch we took a trip on the 5.6 buff barge sailing to the tune of Champion Diversity (can anyone find us some lyrics here?) and so far we've been pretty happy with the results. This patch, we're still sussing out the full landscape of the game but we already know it's not going to be a full-on party like previous occasions. That said, 5.7 could just be considered something of a change canoe (we're stretching this thing too far), drifting in the wake of the buff barge, picking up stragglers on both ends of the power spectrum.

Introducing Chroma Packs!

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

You’ve asked for more colors, and now League’s getting more colorful. Chroma packs will roll out with the next PBE update as our exploration into further expressions of your style and personality in League of Legends.

Where champion skins offer alternate fantasies from a champion’s base thematic, chromas serve up a way to further personalize specific champs or skins. As a re-imagining of the original champion or skin’s look, chromas allow you to make a champion or skin your own.

This week's free champion rotation has been posted. These champions will become free to play starting tomorrow April 7th.

L4T3NCY on Finishers for Other Game Modes

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

Can we please keep finishers as permanent but only on First Blood and Pentakills? [...]

I actually think there could be a way to do finishers on all kills. ^_^ While the current finishers are thematic to URF mode (IE: 'over the top'), there's probably a middle-ground where we could do some sweet effects without sacrificing gameplay clarity. FB only happens once a game and Pentakills are extremely rare. If I bought a custom finisher, I'd definitely want it to show up more than that. :)

 

Once URF mode is done, we'll take a step back and analyse the outcomes. In the meantime, I'M A' FIRIN' MAH LAZER!!

U.R.F. Rising

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

Greetings, Summoners!

Though the 2015 Season just began, we were going to share an exclusive look into the evolution of League of Legends gameplay with the New Ultra Rapid Fire mode, but as you all know, that didn’t quite work out. So with the fire-breathing insanity of U.R.F. mode erupting from the still-smoking corpse of New Ultra Rapid Fire, that means putting the primary focus on one thing: making big plays. Resource costs have been all but disappeared, ensuring you a fast-and-fun path towards full builds and non-stop teamfights along with a whole host of insane buffs to keep the action going strong.

Don't miss: Unofficial PBE Patch Notes for 3/31/2015

The Thrilling Conclusion to the URFitational

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

 

Two rival League teams, not at all the same, in hallowed halls, where we broadcast our stream, from ancient grudge to grand final stage, where first blood makes for broken hearts and crushed dreams.

Unveiling the Future of League of Legends

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

 

Almost one year ago, we debuted a new way to play League of Legends in a silly, fun game mode that turned competitive balance on its head in celebration of the yearly troll-fest known as April Fools. While we were ultimately kidding, many of our designers saw the opportunity to work on a true evolution of League gameplay inspired by URF. After reviewing player feedback and hammering out brass tacks, we felt confident we created the most refined gameplay experience League has inspired yet, all in time to iterate in preparation of the next competitive season.

This week's free champion rotation has been posted. These champions will become free to play starting tomorrow March 31st.

Don't miss: Unofficial PBE Patch Notes for 3/26/2015

ETA of Ashe, Gangplank Reworks and More

Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

@Riot Meddler, will we see Ashe testing begin in the PBE really soon?

Not for a while. Gameplay changes haven't been completely locked down yet. Once they have, she'll then go into the queue for the required visual changes. It'll be a while as a result.

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Originally Posted by Riot (View Original Source)

@meddler Is Darius buffs still planned to be in patch 5.7?

We're still planning to make that change. I'd imagine that'll be in 5.7, though can't guarantee that yet of course.