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:''This scale of rework covers changes to a champions kit beyond number tweaks. Animations and other visual effects may be updated, but the champions model and core theme are untouched. In some cases, the kit rework will "correct" the kit to match the intended theme. For example: {{ci|Evelynn}}, {{ci|Taric}} and {{ci|Xin Zhao}}.'' |
:''This scale of rework covers changes to a champions kit beyond number tweaks. Animations and other visual effects may be updated, but the champions model and core theme are untouched. In some cases, the kit rework will "correct" the kit to match the intended theme. For example: {{ci|Evelynn}}, {{ci|Taric}} and {{ci|Xin Zhao}}.'' |
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| − | * {{ci|Fiora}} <ref>[http://www.surrenderat20.net/2013/06/morellos-commentary-on-fiora-few-patch.html Morello foreshadows Fiora changes]</ref> |
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* {{ci|Darius}} <ref name="Gangplank And Darius Reworks In Development">[http://forums.na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?p=44528737#post44528737 Gangplank And Darius Reworks In Development]</ref> |
* {{ci|Darius}} <ref name="Gangplank And Darius Reworks In Development">[http://forums.na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?p=44528737#post44528737 Gangplank And Darius Reworks In Development]</ref> |
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*{{ci|Galio}} <ref>[http://forums.na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?p=40944718#post40944718 ricklessabandon on Galio changes]</ref> |
*{{ci|Galio}} <ref>[http://forums.na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?p=40944718#post40944718 ricklessabandon on Galio changes]</ref> |
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* Almost all of the older champions (Before {{ci|Lulu}}) have gotten some degree of a [[Texture Rebalance]] to accommodate the Visual Update of [[Summoner's Rift]]. There were officially 10 Texture Rebalance cycles specifically for this task. |
* Almost all of the older champions (Before {{ci|Lulu}}) have gotten some degree of a [[Texture Rebalance]] to accommodate the Visual Update of [[Summoner's Rift]]. There were officially 10 Texture Rebalance cycles specifically for this task. |
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:''This combines the above two categories. The scale of the kit rework is usually slightly larger than a kit rework alone as the developers can plan for more in-depth visual effects and model changes. The champion's core theme remains in-tact. For example: {{ci|Katarina}}, {{ci|Master Yi}} and {{ci|Sejuani}}.'' |
:''This combines the above two categories. The scale of the kit rework is usually slightly larger than a kit rework alone as the developers can plan for more in-depth visual effects and model changes. The champion's core theme remains in-tact. For example: {{ci|Katarina}}, {{ci|Master Yi}} and {{ci|Sejuani}}.'' |
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* {{ci|LeBlanc}} <ref>[http://forums.na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?t=4477832&page=8#post47539660 IronStylus says that LeBlanc is listed both on "Visual and Gameplay Update section"]</ref> |
* {{ci|LeBlanc}} <ref>[http://forums.na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?t=4477832&page=8#post47539660 IronStylus says that LeBlanc is listed both on "Visual and Gameplay Update section"]</ref> |
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* {{ci|Shen}} <ref>[http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/gameplay-balance/9tNOPRJQ-update-for-the-champion-update-schedule?comment=0003 Ashe Gameplay Update In Development]</ref><ref>[http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/gameplay-balance/LOTFKtLr-whats-the-scope-on-shens-rework?comment=0001 Morello says that Shen will most likely get new model.]</ref> |
* {{ci|Shen}} <ref>[http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/gameplay-balance/9tNOPRJQ-update-for-the-champion-update-schedule?comment=0003 Ashe Gameplay Update In Development]</ref><ref>[http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/gameplay-balance/LOTFKtLr-whats-the-scope-on-shens-rework?comment=0001 Morello says that Shen will most likely get new model.]</ref> |
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:''Unlike the previous classifications, a complete relaunch involves an overhaul to the champion's identity - focusing on some aspects while abandoning others. This affects the champion's lore, personality, art and model. The degree of the kit rework varies. For example: {{ci|Karma}}'','' {{ci|Trundle}}'', and ''{{Ci|Sion}}''. |
:''Unlike the previous classifications, a complete relaunch involves an overhaul to the champion's identity - focusing on some aspects while abandoning others. This affects the champion's lore, personality, art and model. The degree of the kit rework varies. For example: {{ci|Karma}}'','' {{ci|Trundle}}'', and ''{{Ci|Sion}}''. |
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* {{ci|Evelynn}} <ref>[http://na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?p=26756433#26756433 Morello mentions that Evelynn and Twitch will at some point receive art upgrades]</ref> |
* {{ci|Evelynn}} <ref>[http://na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?p=26756433#26756433 Morello mentions that Evelynn and Twitch will at some point receive art upgrades]</ref> |
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Revision as of 18:03, 31 July 2015
Template:CP-top
Example of a Champion Visual Update
(
Sivir, the Battle Mistress).
A champion update is a graphical or kit (playstyle) update that occurs after a champion's initial release. Over the past years, Riot have been working on updating champions whose visuals or gameplay don't fit with the current state of the game. The goal is to level up any outdated visuals or gameplay to make champions feel fresh while still retaining what makes them unique.
Champion Updates
Template:List of Champion Updates
Upcoming champion updates
- Gameplay Update
- This scale of rework covers changes to a champions kit beyond number tweaks. Animations and other visual effects may be updated, but the champions model and core theme are untouched. In some cases, the kit rework will "correct" the kit to match the intended theme. For example:
Evelynn, 
Taric and 
Xin Zhao.
- Visual Update
- This scale of rework covers changes to a champion's model and artwork. This will often include a more up-to-date voice-over and lore, and may include bug-fixes and minor balance changes - but will not change the champion's core theme. For example: Soraka, Annie and Twisted Fate.
- Texture Update
- This scale of Visual Update focuses on champions whose models, rigs, animations, and other framework are in pretty decent shape, and all they need is some geometry tweaking on the model and texture polish for quality and readability's sake. For example: Anivia, Rammus and Skarner.
- Almost all of the older champions (Before Lulu) have gotten some degree of a Texture Rebalance to accommodate the Visual Update of Summoner's Rift. There were officially 10 Texture Rebalance cycles specifically for this task.
- Visual and Gameplay
- This combines the above two categories. The scale of the kit rework is usually slightly larger than a kit rework alone as the developers can plan for more in-depth visual effects and model changes. The champion's core theme remains in-tact. For example: Katarina, Master Yi and Sejuani.
- Full Relaunch
- Unlike the previous classifications, a complete relaunch involves an overhaul to the champion's identity - focusing on some aspects while abandoning others. This affects the champion's lore, personality, art and model. The degree of the kit rework varies. For example: Karma, Trundle, and Sion.
Concept
Hinted/Leaked
Cancelled
Template:List of Cancelled Champions
Other
The following champion was never released, but does contain lore, appears in several Champion Skins and is an Easter egg in several artworks:
- Urf the Manatee – April Fool's "mascot." Urf's form appears while playing the following skins:
- Urf the Manatee (2010)
- Urfrider Corki (2011)
- Fisherman Fizz (2012)
- Forecast Janna (2013)
- Urf can be seen trapped inside her Howling Gale
- Urf can be seen trapped inside her
- Spirit Guard Udyr (2013)
- Urf's ghost appears for Udyr's joke
- Urf the Nami-tee (2015)
References
- ↑ Gangplank And Darius Reworks In Development
- ↑ ricklessabandon on Galio changes
- ↑ RiotNarya mentions Cho'Gath update
- ↑ Grumpy Monkey confirms Mordekaiser VU
- ↑ IronStylus confirms Nunu is on the way for VU
- ↑ Ryze Visual and Gameplay Update
- ↑ IronStylus says that LeBlanc is listed both on "Visual and Gameplay Update section"
- ↑ Morello admits that Warwick's kit is a lackbuster
- ↑ Warwick will have VU
- ↑ Kit rework
- ↑ Ashe Gameplay Update In Development
- ↑ Morello says that Shen will most likely get new model.
- ↑ Morello mentions that Evelynn and Twitch will at some point receive art upgrades
- ↑ Meddler mentions the next big project after Sion is Urgot and Poppy
- ↑ Taric Full relaunch
- ↑ Meddler mentions the next big project after Sion is Urgot and Poppy
- ↑ Meddler gives insight how big Urgot rework is
- ↑ Meddler declares Yorick to be Sion level work