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+ | Ionia Crest.png|Greater |
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+ | Ionia Crest icon.png|Lesser |
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+ | </gallery> |
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+ | |image = Ionia The Placidium.jpg |
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+ | |alias = The First Lands |
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− | [[File:Ionia Crest.png|center|300px]] |
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+ | |nation = {{fi|Ionia}} |
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+ | |capital = [[Ionia City]] <small>(Disputed Existence)</small> |
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− | [[File:Ionia Crest icon.png|center|150px]] |
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+ | |language = |
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+ | * Demacian <small>(Modern)</small> |
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+ | * Ionian <small>(Historical)</small> |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|Governance: |
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+ | * Ionian <small>(Modern)</small> |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|Attitude towards magic: |
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+ | * Vastayan |
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+ | * Va-Nox |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|Regional provinces |
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+ | |religion = |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|Harmonize |
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+ | * Akana Spirits |
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+ | * Kanmei Spirits |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|Level of technology: |
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+ | * {{LoR|The Wings and The Wave}} |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|General environment: |
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+ | * {{cbi|Kindred}} <small>(Lamb & Wolf)</small> |
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+ | |demonym = Ionian |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|Low |
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+ | |government = Regional provinces |
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− | |style="width:150px; padding:0.2em 0.5em;"|Magical (varied) |
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+ | |ruler = |
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− | |} |
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+ | * {{cbi|Irelia|Irelia Xan}} |
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− | {{quote|{{sm2|Irelia 031.ogg}}''"We are the children of the First Lands, and we will '''not''' be slaves!"''|{{ci|Irelia}}}} |
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+ | * {{cbi|Karma|Darha Karma}} |
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− | '''Ionia''', in original [[Vastaya]]n nomenclature: '''The First Lands''', is a land of unspoiled beauty and natural magic. Its inhabitants, living in scattered settlements across this massive archipelago, are a spiritual people who seek to live in harmony and balance with the world. There are many orders and sects across Ionia, each following their own (often conflicting) paths and ideals. Self-sufficient and isolationist, Ionia has remained largely neutral in the wars that have ravaged [[Valoran]] over the centuries - until it was invaded by [[File:Noxus profileicon.png|20px|border]] [[Noxus]]. This brutal conflict and occupation has forced Ionia to reassess its place in the world. How it reacts and the future path Ionia will follow is as of yet undetermined, however, animosity against Noxus has led to militarization and vigilantism. Thirst for the dark arts is on the rise. |
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+ | * {{cbi|Kennen}} <small>({{fi|Kinkou Order}})</small> |
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+ | * {{cbi|Shen}} <small>({{fi|Kinkou Order}})</small> |
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+ | * {{cbi|Zed}} <small>({{fi|Shadow Order}})</small> |
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+ | |legislature = |
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+ | * Local Councils |
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+ | * Vastayan Councils |
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+ | * Schools and Orders |
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+ | |magic = Harmonize |
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+ | |technology = Low |
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+ | |history = |
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+ | * {{ccib|Vastaya icon.png|Ionia|Ancient Ionia}} <small>(Pre 9000 BN)</small> |
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+ | * [[Titan War]] <small>(9000 BN - 8000 BN)</small> |
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+ | * [[Rune Wars]] <small>(25 BN 3 BN)</small> |
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+ | * [[Recent History|Noxian-Ionian War]] <small>(984 AN - 989 AN)</small> |
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+ | |currency = Unknown |
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+ | |environment = Magical <small>(Varied)</small> |
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+ | |island = [[Ionian Archipelago|Ionia]] |
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+ | |universe = |
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+ | * {{Univ|Runeterra Prime}} |
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+ | * {{Univ|Runeterra Legacy}} |
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+ | }} |
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+ | {{quote|{{sm2|Irelia_Original_Move_16.ogg}}''"We are the children of the First Lands, and we will '''not''' be slaves!"''|{{cbi|Irelia}}}} |
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− | ==Lore== |
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− | + | '''Ionia''', in original [[Vastaya]]n nomenclature: '''The First Lands''', is a land of unspoiled beauty and natural magic. Its inhabitants, living in scattered settlements across this massive archipelago, are a spiritual people who seek to live in harmony and balance with the world. There are many orders and sects across Ionia, each following their own (often conflicting) paths and ideals. Self-sufficient and isolationist, Ionia has remained largely neutral in the wars that have ravaged [[Valoran]] over the centuries - until it was invaded by {{fi|Noxus}}. This brutal conflict and occupation has forced Ionia to reassess its place in the world. How it reacts and the future path Ionia will follow is as of yet undetermined, however, animosity against Noxus has led to militarization and vigilantism. Thirst for the dark arts is on the rise. |
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+ | == Lore== |
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+ | Surrounded by treacherous seas, {{fi|Ionia}} is composed of a number of allied provinces scattered across a massive archipelago, known to many as the First Lands. Since Ionian culture has long been shaped by the pursuit of balance in all things, the border between the material and spirit realms tends to be more permeable here, especially in the wild forests and mountains. |
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+ | Although these lands' enchantments can be fickle, its creatures dangerous and fae, for many centuries most Ionians led lives of plenty. The warrior monasteries, provincial militias—and even Ionia itself—had been enough to protect them. |
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+ | But that ended twelve years ago, when {{fi|Noxus}} attacked the First Lands. The empire's seemingly endless warhosts savaged Ionia, and were only defeated after many years, and at great cost. |
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+ | Now, Ionia exists in an uneasy peace. Different reactions to the war have divided the region—some groups, such as the [[Shojin Order|Shojin]] monks or the [[Kinkou]], seek a return to isolationist pacifism, and pastoral traditions. Other more radical factions, such as the [[Navori Brotherhood]] and the [[Shadow Order|Order of Shadow]], demand a militarization of the land's magic, to create a single, unified nation that can take vengeance on Noxus. |
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+ | The fate of Ionia hangs in a delicate balance that few are willing to overturn, but all can feel shifting uneasily beneath their feet. |
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===Champions of Ionia=== |
===Champions of Ionia=== |
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− | {{Exhibition| |
+ | {{Exhibition|Ahri, Akali, Hwei, Irelia, Ivern, Jhin, Karma, Kayn, Kennen, Lee Sin, Lillia, Master Yi, Rakan, Sett, Shen, Syndra, Varus, Wukong, Xayah, Yasuo, Yone, Zed}} |
− | ===Other Related Champions=== |
+ | ===Other Related Champions === |
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+ | *{{cbi|Bard}} is a celestial who intervened at the Battle of Bard Mountain. |
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+ | * {{cbi|Darius}} was a Noxian field commander during the Noxian invasion. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Diana}} is searching for remaining [[Lunari]] in Ionia. |
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+ | * {{cbi|Gangplank}} is a [[Bilgewater]] pirate who ransacked {{cbis|Zed}} Temple of the Jagged Knife. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Lucian}} traveled to [[Raikkon]] and [[Sudaro]] in search of the [[Black Mist]] and any traces of recent [[Harrowing]]s. He also later traveled to another Ionian village with his wife {{cbi|Senna}} to protect its citizens from the Black Mist and help another [[Sentinel]]. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Nami}} is a [[Marai]] Tidecaller searching for the Aspect of the Moon in Ionia. |
+ | *{{cbi|Riven}} was in Ionia, having been adopted by the Konte family after deserting Noxus and put on trial for the murder of Elder Souma. She was extradited back to Noxus. |
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− | * {{ci|Ryze}} visited Hirana Monastery during his search for the World Runes. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Ryze}} visited the [[Hirana Monastery]] during his search for the [[Rune#The Rune Wars|World Runes]]. |
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− | * {{ci|Senna}} traveled to an Ionian village with her husband to protect its citizens from the Black Mist and help another Sentinel. |
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+ | *Senna traveled to an Ionian village with her husband Lucian to protect its citizens from the Black Mist and help another Sentinel. |
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− | * {{ci|Sona}} was born in Ionia and resided in an orphanage before being adopted by House Buvelle of Demacia. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Singed}} participated in the slaughter of numerous Ionian citizens during the Noxian invasion. |
+ | *{{cbi|Sona}} was born in Ionia and resided in an orphanage before being adopted by {{fi|Buvelle House}} of [[Demacia]]. |
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− | * {{ci|Swain}} participated in the slaughter of numerous Ionian citizens during the Noxian invasion, and lost his arm to {{ci|Irelia}}. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Soraka}} visited Ionia in the past. |
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− | * {{ci|Taliyah}} was brought to Ionia during the Noxian invasion and was later trained under {{ci|Yasuo}}. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Swain}} participated in the slaughter of numerous Ionian citizens during the Noxian invasion, and lost his arm to {{cbi|Irelia}}. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Taliyah}} was brought to Ionia during the Noxian invasion and was later trained under {{cbi|Yasuo}}. |
+ | *{{cbi|Udyr}} is the vessel for four eternal spirits and defended Ionia during the Noxus invasion. |
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− | * {{ci|Riven}} currently resides in Ionia, having been adopted by the Konte family after deserting Noxus and put on trial for the murder of Elder Souma. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Viego}} came to Ionia in search of a fetter and corrupted {{cbi|Karma}}. |
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+ | *{{cbi|Xin Zhao}} was born in Ionia, though he was captured and spent some time as a gladiator in Noxus before being released by Jarvan III. |
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==History== |
==History== |
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===Birth of the Vastaya=== |
===Birth of the Vastaya=== |
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+ | The [[Vastaya]]'s origins can be traced back to a hidden corner of Ionia. The mortals lived in harmony with nature until a race of [[Titan]]s came from the skies and waged war against them. Most enlightened mortals taken the power of the spirit realm into themselves, becoming the '''[[Vastayashai'rei]]''' to defeat the Titans. Initial generations of Vastayashai'rei were deathless and held immense magical power. Deciding to live among their mortal kin, their future descendants would start mixing with mortal kin and be known as the Vastaya - a blanket classification for any number of species of chimeric creatures. Over time, the varied offshoots began to settle in different regions and naturally adopted different forms - {{cbi|Wukong|simian}}, {{cbi|Rakan|avian}}, even {{cbi|Nami|piscine}} - according to the creatures which most embodied their strongest characteristics. |
− | Many |
+ | Many Vastaya later migrated to faraway lands outside of their original home of Ionia. |
===Destruction of the God-Willow=== |
===Destruction of the God-Willow=== |
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+ | {{main|Ivern|Green Father}}Some of the Vastayashai'rei resided in the sacred grove of [[Omikayalan]], the "Heart of the World". In its center stood the God-Willow. This massive tree, dripping with long gossamer leaves that shimmered with golden-green light, was of immense importance to both human Ionians and the Vastayan people of the continent, who guarded the tree from anyone who wished it harm. Unfortunately, the tree was destroyed by an invading war party from the [[Freljord]], its leader transformed by its natural energy into the being known as {{cbi|Ivern|Ivern Bramblefoot}}, the Green-Father. |
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− | {{main|Ivern/Background|Green Father}} |
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− | Some of the Vastayashai'rei resided in the sacred grove of Omikayalan, the "Heart of the World". In its center stood the God-Willow. This massive tree, dripping with long gossamer leaves that shimmered with golden-green light, was of immense importance to both human Ionians and the vastayan people of the continent, which guarded the tree from anyone who wished it harm. Unfortunately, the tree was destroyed by an invading war party from the Freljord, its leader transformed by its natural energy into the being known as {{ci|Ivern|Ivern Bramblefoot}}, the Green-Father. |
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+ | ===The [[Darkin]] War=== |
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+ | {{main|Varus|The Arrow of Retribution}} |
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+ | Warring among themselves, the [[Darkin]] destroyed any who stood against them. With his {{ai|Living Vengeance|Varus|crystalline bow}}, {{cbi|Varus}} assassinated enemy commanders and champions, helping the Darkin defeat entire mortal armies with ever greater ease. |
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+ | Eventually, Varus was cornered by Vastaya moon-stalkers and human [[mage]]s in service of a golden-armored warrior queen of Valoran. They bound him within his bow, leaving him to howl in impotent rage. By then, the raw, corrupting influence of the Darkin was known, and yet still the queen chose to wield the deadly weapon in the final days of the war, gladly sacrificing herself for a greater victory. |
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+ | In the months that followed, the queen carried Varus to the First Lands — those that would later be known as Ionia. Now made monstrous by the bow's power, her last act was to command her followers to bury her alive in a lightless well, sunk deep beneath a mountain temple overlooking the village of [[Pallas]]. |
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+ | And there Varus was imprisoned, both by the natural magic of Ionia, and the ritual ministrations of the temple guardians. |
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+ | The bow remained hidden for centuries, unknown, untouched, and all but forgotten. |
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===The Golden Demon=== |
===The Golden Demon=== |
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+ | {{main|Jhin|Virtuoso}}For years, Ionia's southern mountains were plagued by the infamous “Golden Demon.” Throughout the province of [[Zhyun]], a monster slaughtered scores of travelers and sometimes whole farmsteads, leaving behind twisted displays of corpses. Armed militias searched the forests, towns hired demon hunters - but nothing slowed the beast's grisly work. |
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− | {{main|Jhin/Background|Virtuoso}} |
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− | For years, Ionia’s southern mountains were plagued by the infamous “Golden Demon.” Throughout the province of Zhyun, a monster slaughtered scores of travelers and sometimes whole farmsteads, leaving behind twisted displays of corpses. Armed militias searched the forests, towns hired demon hunters - but nothing slowed the beast’s grisly work. |
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− | In desperation, the Council of Zhyun sent an envoy to beg Great Master Kusho for help. Upon hearing of the |
+ | In desperation, the Council of Zhyun sent an envoy to beg {{fi|Kinkou}} Great Master Kusho for help. Upon hearing of the region's plight, Kusho feigned an excuse for why he couldn't help. But a week later, the master, his son {{cbi|Shen}}, and star apprentice {{cbi|Zed}}, disguised themselves as merchants and moved to the province. In secret, they visited the countless families emotionally shattered by the killings, dissected the horrific crime scenes, and looked for possible connections or patterns to the murders. |
− | In time, they journeyed together with their master to track down the infamous Golden Demon. When they finally succeeded in capturing this feared “monster,” it was revealed to be a mere man named |
+ | In time, they journeyed together with their master to track down the infamous Golden Demon. When they finally succeeded in capturing this feared “monster,” it was revealed to be a mere man named {{cbi|Jhin|Khada Jhin}}. The young Zed marched forward with his blades held high, but Kusho stopped him, ordering that Jhin be imprisoned in [[Tuula]] instead. |
− | Though Shen and Zed both thought the killer deserved heavier punishment, Shen accepted his |
+ | Though Shen and Zed both thought the killer deserved heavier punishment, Shen accepted his father's decision. He strived to emulate the Eye of Twilight's dispassion, and so found himself failing to console a bitter and resentful Zed. |
− | ===Noxian Invasion=== |
+ | ===The First Noxian Invasion=== |
− | {{main|Irelia/Background|Blade Dancer}}[[File:Irelia Update promo 01.jpg|thumb|300px|Mural of the Noxian Invasion of Ionia]] |
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− | From its formation, the residents of Ionia preferred to pursue personal enlightenment instead of waging constant battles with other nations. The militaristic nation of Noxus saw their "weakness" as an opportunity. Noxian spies began to trade aggressively with the Ionians, traveling through provinces to study its weaknesses and identify critical targets. |
+ | From its formation, the residents of Ionia preferred to pursue personal enlightenment instead of waging constant battles with other nations. The militaristic nation of [[Noxus]] saw their "weakness" as an opportunity. Noxian spies began to trade aggressively with the Ionians, traveling through provinces to study its weaknesses and identify critical targets. |
Not long after, the warhosts set sail for Ionia as part of the long-planned Noxian invasion. |
Not long after, the warhosts set sail for Ionia as part of the long-planned Noxian invasion. |
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− | As the central province of Ionia, the invasion began in Navori, many villages and settlements |
+ | As the central province of Ionia, the invasion began in [[Navori]], many villages and settlements fell, thousands of Ionians died as their magical artifacts were stolen to extend the life of their crazy emperor. |
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+ | This aggression forced the religious leader {{cbi|Karma}}, known for her peaceful teachings, to fight back. Across Navori, dissenting voices began to band together. A resistance was forming, one that would not rest until Ionia was free once more. |
+ | ====The return of Varus==== |
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− | At one of the most important points of the war, a warhost lead by {{ci|Swain|Jericho Swain}}, captured the Placidium and took its defenders hostage, hoping to lure the inevitable reinforcements into a trap, but an 14 years old girl named {{ci|Irelia}} unleashed the power of Ionia ancient dances, and though it, the power of Ionia itself at the Noxians. A dozen of Swain’s veterans fell, sowing chaos in their ranks as the other captives joined her, before she struck down the general himself—the sight of this rebellious girl hefting his severed arm over her head would be the turning point of the war. |
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+ | {{main|Heartlight}} |
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+ | Two beast hunters—{{Character background icon|Valmar}} and his heartlight, {{Character background icon|Kai}}—fought against the first wave at the Temple of Pallas. Though their courage was great and they drove off the attackers, Kai was mortally wounded, and a grief-stricken Val carried him inside, believing the well's forbidden magic could restore him. |
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− | The growing resistance was led by Irelia for almost 3 years of war, but as Ionia united on resistance, Noxus doubled their war efforts, childrens were sent as foot soldiers, trying to exploit Ionian mercy and Chemtech bombs bought from an infamous {{ci|Singed|Zaunite alchemist}} bombarded both Ionians and Noxians. |
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+ | But the temple held only damnation, and both hunters were consumed by the unleashed power of the [[Darkin]] within it. The very matter of their bodies was unraveled and bound together again to craft a new body, a body fit to free {{Character background icon|Varus}} from his imprisonment. What emerged from the well was a gestalt creature, pale and inhumanly beautiful, part human and part Darkin. After more than a thousand years, Varus was reborn. |
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− | Those Chem bombs had gruesome effects on the lands, perpaphs the place where those conquesenques are most notable is the Wuju village, rumors of an {{ci|Master Yi|one-man army}} raised Noxian atention. In a single night, the entire village was destroyed, its people and culture obliterated by chemical fire. Even now, years after the end of the war, nothing can grow on this land and the souls of those who died on that horrible night lay trapped by the corrupted magics of their own land. |
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+ | ====The Order of Shadows==== |
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− | After almost three years of grueling battle since the Battle of the Placidium, Irelia triumphed over the killer of her family, Admiral Duqual, at Dalu Bay. She left the leadership of the resistance and shortly after the Noxian warbands retreated from Ionia due to power shifts on their own land... |
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+ | [[File:Zed Comic 3 pr08.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Zed, the Master of Shadows]] |
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+ | {{main|Zed|Master of Shadows}} |
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− | The resistance once lead by Irelia may be the actual Navori Brotherhood, an extremist group who believes Ionia should unite and militarize itself, teaching all nations to fear Ionia. The Navori Brotherhood is one of many groups at constant civil war in Ionia, fighting each other almost as bitterly as they fought the Noxians. What shall happen to Ionia, only the future knows... |
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+ | The hunt for [[Jhin]], left Zed haunted by his murders and he began to struggle in his studies. The rising tensions between Ionia and the imperialistic forces of Noxus only worsened his disillusionment. Many of the provinces were occupied by the enemy. Despite this, the Kinkou focused on maintaining spiritual balance and Kusho refused to fight back. |
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+ | Zed ventured deep into the temple's hidden catacombs, and there he discovered a black box. Even though he knew it was forbidden, he peered inside. Shadows enveloped Zed's mind, feeding his bitterness with contempt for the weak, and hinting at an ancient, dark magic. |
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− | ===The Order of Shadows=== |
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− | [[File:Zed Comic 3 pr08.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Zed, the Master of Shadows]] |
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+ | Zed demanded the Kinkou strike at the Noxian invaders with every means at their disposal. When Kusho refused, Zed left the Kinkou Order and their doctrines. He joined the growing resistance at Navori and raised a following of warriors to resist Noxus. Any soul who threatened his homeland, or stood idle in its defense, was marked for death without mercy—including native vastaya who wavered in their allegiance. Zed urged his followers to embrace the fervor of war, but he realized his own abilities would never match his ambitions without the black box. |
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+ | Amassing his new acolytes, he returned to the Kinkou temple, where Kusho implored his former pupil to renounce the shadows in favor of a more balanced path. Zed answered bringing in one hand, the black box—and in the other, his freshly bloodied blade. |
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+ | The Kinkou fell in droves as Zed's warriors cut them down. He then claimed the temple for himself, establishing his Order of Shadow, and began training his acolytes in the ways of darkness. They etched their flesh with shadowy tattoos, learning to fight alongside shrouded reflections of themselves. |
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+ | Far from home, Shen felt an imbalance within the Kinkou Order—rushing back, he came upon the survivors of the bloody coup. Repressing his anguish against Zed, he led the remnants of the Kinkou to safety in the mountains. Shen took up his father's spirit blade, as well as the title of Eye of Twilight. Following the core tenets, he began to recruit and train others, hoping to rebuild the Kinkou Order. |
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− | {{main|Zed/Background|Master of Shadows}} |
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− | The hunt for [[Jhin]], left Zed haunted by his murders and he began to struggle in his studies. The rising tensions between Ionia and the imperialistic forces of Noxus only worsened his disillusionment. Many of the provinces were occupied by the enemy. Despite this, the Kinkou focused on maintaining spiritual balance and Kusho refused to fight back. |
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+ | Though Zed did not reconcile with Shen and the remaining Kinkou, now scattered throughout the provinces, they reached an uneasy accord in the aftermath of the war. |
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− | Zed ventured deep into the temple’s hidden catacombs, and there he discovered a black box. Even though he knew it was forbidden, he peered inside. Shadows enveloped Zed’s mind, feeding his bitterness with contempt for the weak, and hinting at an ancient, dark magic. |
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+ | ====The Battle of Bard Mountain==== |
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+ | {{main|Bard Mountain (Video)}}[[File:Ionia Battle of Bard Mountain.jpg|thumb|300px|Battle of Bard Mountain.]] |
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+ | Noxian troops tried to capture Bard Mountain and obtain a valuable magical artifact kept by the locals. During the battle, the village sage was tasked with taking the artifact to one of the Celestial shrines on the top of the mountain. The Noxians mortally wounded him with arrows before he could reach the shrine. But as his last act of defiance, he used the artifact to strike his would-be-killer, obliterating him and slicing a nearby peak in half. This misuse of the artifact's power had drawn the attention of a {{cbi|Bard|Celestial being}}, who promptly intervened in the event. He retrieved the artifact and took it away from the mortal plane before the Noxians and Ionians could use its power for war. |
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− | Zed demanded the Kinkou strike at the Noxian invaders with every means at their disposal. When Kusho refused, Zed left the Kinkou Order and their doctrines. He joined the growing resistance at Navori and raised a following of warriors to resist Noxus. Any soul who threatened his homeland, or stood idle in its defense, was marked for death without mercy—including native vastaya who wavered in their allegiance. Zed urged his followers to embrace the fervor of war, but he realized his own abilities would never match his ambitions without the black box. |
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+ | ====Battle of the [[The Placidium of Navori|Placidium]]==== |
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− | Amassing his new acolytes, he returned to the Kinkou temple, where Kusho implored his former pupil to renounce the shadows in favor of a more balanced path. Zed answered bringing in one hand, the black box—and in the other, his freshly bloodied blade. |
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+ | {{main|Irelia|Blade Dancer}}[[File:Noxus Ionia Invasion map.png|thumb|300px|Noxian Ionian Invasion Map]] |
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+ | [[File:Irelia Update promo 01.jpg|thumb|300px|Mural of the Noxian Invasion of Ionia]] |
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+ | At one of the most important points of the war, a warhost lead by {{cbi|Swain|Jericho Swain}}, captured the Placidium and took its defenders hostage, hoping to lure the inevitable reinforcements into a trap, but a 14-year-old girl named {{cbi|Irelia}} unleashed the power of Ionia ancient dances, and though it, the power of Ionia itself at the Noxians. A dozen of Swain's veterans fell, sowing chaos in their ranks as the other captives joined her before she struck down the general himself—the sight of this rebellious girl hefting his severed arm over her head would be the turning point of the war. |
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− | The Kinkou fell in droves as Zed’s warriors cut them down. He then claimed the temple for himself, establishing his Order of Shadow, and began training his acolytes in the ways of darkness. They etched their flesh with shadowy tattoos, learning to fight alongside shrouded reflections of themselves. |
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+ | The growing resistance was led by Irelia for almost 3 years of war, but as Ionia united on resistance, Noxus doubled their war efforts, children were sent as foot soldiers, trying to exploit Ionian mercy and Chemtech bombs bought from an infamous {{cbi|Singed|Zaunite alchemist}} bombarded both Ionians and Noxians. |
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− | Far from home, Shen felt a imbalance within the Kinkou Order—rushing back, he came upon the survivors of the bloody coup. Repressing his anguish against Zed, he led the remnants of the Kinkou to safety in the mountains. Shen took up his father’s spirit blade, as well as the title of Eye of Twilight. Following the core tenets, he began to recruit and train others, hoping to rebuild the Kinkou Order. |
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+ | Those Chemtech bombs had gruesome effects on the land. Perhaps the place where those consequences are most notable is the Wuju village, where rumors of a {{cbi|Master Yi|one-man army}} raised Noxian attention. In a single night, the entire village was destroyed, its people and culture obliterated by chemical fire. Even now, years after the end of the war, nothing can grow on this land and the souls of those who died on that horrible night lay trapped by the corrupted magics of their own land. |
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− | Though Zed did not reconcile with Shen and the remaining Kinkou, now scattered throughout the provinces, they reached an uneasy accord in the aftermath of the war. |
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+ | Toward the end of the war, the resistance once lead by Irelia eventually split into different military groups, including the [[Navori Brotherhood]], an extremist group who believes Ionia should unite and militarize itself, teaching all nations to fear Ionia. The Navori Brotherhood is one of many groups at constant civil war in Ionia, fighting each other almost as bitterly as they fought the Noxians. |
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+ | After almost three years of grueling battle since the Battle of the Placidium, Irelia triumphed over the killer of her family, Admiral Duqual, at Dalu Bay. She left the leadership of the resistance and shortly after the Noxian warbands retreated from Ionia due to power shifts on their own land... |
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− | Noxian troops tried to capture Bard Mountain and obtain a valuable magical artifact kept by the locals. During the battle, the village sage was tasked with taking the artifact to one of the Celestial shrines on the top of the mountain. The Noxians mortally wounded him with arrows before he could reach the shrine. But as his last act of defiance, he used the artifact to strike his would-be-killer, obliterating him and slicing a nearby peak in half. This misuse of the artifact's power had drawn the attention of a {{ci|Bard|Celestial being}}, who promptly intervened in the event. He retrieved the artifact and took it away from the mortal plane before the Noxians and Ionians could use its power for war. |
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===The Dreaming Pool=== |
===The Dreaming Pool=== |
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+ | {{main|The Dreaming Pool}}[[File:The Dreaming Pool.jpg|thumb|300px|left|Syndra inside The Dreaming Pool]] |
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Many years have passed since the Noxian-Ionian War, in which both sides never achieved complete victory. While Ionians were able to repel further Noxian invaders from the heartland, Noxus still retained a few coastal territories. Among these was the island of Fae'lor, governed by a vastayan turncoat named Kalan. |
Many years have passed since the Noxian-Ionian War, in which both sides never achieved complete victory. While Ionians were able to repel further Noxian invaders from the heartland, Noxus still retained a few coastal territories. Among these was the island of Fae'lor, governed by a vastayan turncoat named Kalan. |
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− | Several Ionians that once called this island their home infiltrated its Noxian fort - formerly a monastery - in the hopes of reaching Dael'eh Ahira, the Dreaming Pool, and kill the immensely powerful {{ |
+ | Several Ionians that once called this island their home infiltrated its Noxian fort - formerly a monastery - in the hopes of reaching Dael'eh Ahira, the Dreaming Pool, and kill the immensely powerful {{cbi|Syndra|mage}} who was imprisoned inside decades before. She was being guarded by Noxian forces, who the Ionians feared would accidentally release her and her power. |
− | Their mission proved unsuccessful. Syndra was released, and Fae'lor was all but destroyed, its fortress lifted from the ground by the now freed {{ |
+ | Their mission proved unsuccessful. Syndra was released, and Fae'lor was all but destroyed, its fortress lifted from the ground by the now freed {{cbi|Syndra}} into the sky and moved northward to an unknown location. |
− | ===Second Noxian |
+ | ===The Second Noxian Invasion=== |
− | {{Main|Awaken}} In a near future, Noxus will start its second attempt to conqueror Ionia, with {{ |
+ | {{Main|Awaken}} In a near future, Noxus will start its second attempt to conqueror Ionia, with {{cbi|Sion}} joining the cause. They are met with resistance leaded by {{cbi|Irelia}} in a seaside village. Sion manages to overpower Irelia while the Noxian army is decimating Ionian farmers, but the arrival of {{cbi|Akali}}, {{cbi|Karma}},{{cbi|Kennen}} and {{cbi|Yasuo}} ultimately turns the tide of the battle. |
==Locations== |
==Locations== |
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Ionia An Ancient And Respected History.jpg|An Ancient And Respected History |
Ionia An Ancient And Respected History.jpg|An Ancient And Respected History |
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Ionia Coastal Region.jpg|Coastal Region |
Ionia Coastal Region.jpg|Coastal Region |
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Ionia is a large archipelago located off the east coast of [[Valoran]]. The currently well-known locations encompassing Ionia are: |
Ionia is a large archipelago located off the east coast of [[Valoran]]. The currently well-known locations encompassing Ionia are: |
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− | ===Ionia Island=== |
+ | ===Ionia Island === |
− | The main island of Ionia is split by a mountain range into two regions, Navori and Shon-Xan. |
+ | The main island of Ionia is split by a mountain range into two regions, Navori and Shon-Xan. It is also the location of the Ionian Capital, The Placidium, and Vlonqo. |
===[[Navori]]=== |
===[[Navori]]=== |
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Ionia The Placidium.jpg|The Placidium of Navori |
Ionia The Placidium.jpg|The Placidium of Navori |
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+ | Ionia The Lesson 01.jpg|Navori Province |
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The Placidium of Navori map.jpg|The Placidium of Navori Map |
The Placidium of Navori map.jpg|The Placidium of Navori Map |
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+ | Ahri Garden of Forgetting 01.jpg|[[Ahri]] In The Garden Of Forgetting |
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Ionia Coastal Region.jpg|Azure Farms |
Ionia Coastal Region.jpg|Azure Farms |
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Ivern The Green Father 01.jpg|Omikayalan |
Ivern The Green Father 01.jpg|Omikayalan |
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Thanze Zed Comic.jpg|Thanze |
Thanze Zed Comic.jpg|Thanze |
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Temple of Thanjuul Zed Comic.jpg|Temple of Thanjuul |
Temple of Thanjuul Zed Comic.jpg|Temple of Thanjuul |
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+ | Ionia Weh'le.jpg|Weh'le 1 |
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+ | Spirit Blossom The Path An Ionian Myth Concept 08.jpg|Weh'le 2 |
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+ | Spirit Blossom The Path An Ionian Myth Concept 09.jpg|Weh'le 3 |
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+ | Spirit Blossom 2020 Promo 02.jpg|Weh'le Market during The Spirit Blossom Festival |
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White Cliffs Inn. Zed Comic.jpg|White Cliffs Inn. |
White Cliffs Inn. Zed Comic.jpg|White Cliffs Inn. |
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Located on Ionia, the province of Navori spans the western half of Ionia and is home to various villages, prestigious schools, sacred magical gardens, and the iconic Placidium of Navori. |
Located on Ionia, the province of Navori spans the western half of Ionia and is home to various villages, prestigious schools, sacred magical gardens, and the iconic Placidium of Navori. |
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− | * '''[[Azure Farms]]:''' are a coastal area in Navori region of |
+ | * '''[[Azure Farms]]:''' are a coastal area in Navori region of Ionia. |
+ | *'''[[Garden of Forgetting]]:''' The garden may be located here. {{cbi|Ahri}} has visited the garden at least once to erase her troubled memories. Its keeper is Ighilya (Ionian: 'Great grandmother'), also known as the Eater of Secrets, the Forgotten, or the Witch Gardener. The flowers and the fruit of the Garden have deep magical properties that can take away a person's memories or life essence. |
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− | * '''Lhotlan Village:''' Deep within the Lhradi Forest of Navori live the endangered Lhotlan vastaya, whose most prominent members are {{ci|Rakan}} and {{ci|Xayah}}. |
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+ | *'''[[Ionia City]]:''' A large city on which Ionians were gathered and harmonized by the magic that is within the First Lands. Magical Quinlons scatter all across the borders. Like any other nations, the Capital is the seat of power for the Ionian Ruling Council whose members include {{cbi|Karma}} and {{cbi|Irelia}}. |
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+ | *'''[[Omikayalan]]:''' known also as the '''Heart of the World''' or the '''Greenglade''', is a sacred grove to all Ionians. The vastayashai'rei protected its most important landmark: the God-Willow, a massive tree, dripping with long gossamer leaves that shimmered with golden-green light. During ancient times, a battle between the groves protectors and [[Freljord]]ian warriors ended with the God-Willow's destruction. The whimpers of countless beasts, the bawling of rivers, the howling of trees and the dripping tears of moss, they lamented the God-Willow's death in a symphony of mourning. Centuries have passed and at the place where the God-Willow once stood, a being known as the {{cbi|Ivern|Green Father}} emerged with a clear mission and purpose: to protect all life and teach the world's people to respect and appreciate all that is. |
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+ | *'''[[The Placidium of Navori]]:''' Situated at the heart of the continent, the Placidium is one of Ionia's most sacred places. Many have journeyed here to study at renowned schools, or meditate in its wild, magical gardens. Many of Ionia's most successful diplomats have spent at least some time studying at the Placidium. Undoubtedly, this was why it became such a tempting target for the invading armies of Noxus. It was at the Placidium that the people of Ionia finally took up arms against their Noxian enemies. But the cost of that day's victory was immense, and some now question if fighting back was the right decision, since the harmonious balance of their homeland may have been lost forever. |
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+ | *'''[[Thanze]]:''' A city located in Southeastern Navori, it was ravaged by the Noxian Invasion of Ionia. The {{fi|Navori Brotherhood}} and Zed's {{fi|Shadow Order}} defended this city and its inhabitants. |
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+ | *'''[[Temple of Koeshin]]:''' Located in Northwestern [[Navori]], it is {{tt|presumably|Temple of Xuanain was the main headquarters right after the death of Master Kusho. The main base of operations might have moved afterwards.}} the main headquarters of the {{fi|Kinkou Order}} during the time of Master {{cbi|Shen}}. The White Cliffs Inn, located closely to the Temple. is the place where {{cbi|Shen}} and {{cbi|Zed}} first [[The Man with the Steel Cane|met]] after decades in order to find {{cbi|Jhin}}. |
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+ | *'''[[Temple of Thanjuul]]:''' Located in Southeastern Navori, it is the {{fi|Kinkou Order}} temple of Navori during the time of Master Kusho. During the siege of Thanze, Zed and his acolytes came for the Tears of The Shadow. Currently the Temple is controlled by the {{fi|Shadow Order}}. |
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+ | *'''[[Weh'le]]:''' Weh'le is a phantom port, a hidden coastal village, protected by the mystical properties of Ionia. Akali is a frequent visitor to the village, where she gets additions to her impressive dragon tattoo - and assassinates betrayers of Ionia seeking to flee the archipelago. |
+ | **'''Weh'le Market:''' One of the more important locations in Weh'le, during the Spirit Blossom Festival it is filled with entertainers. |
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+ | **'''Weh'le River:''' Located next to the city. This small river holds great importance during the Spirit Blossom Festival, where numerous spirit blossoms bloom on its banks. Several shrines and titanic statues are scattered across the banks of the river. It is this place where {{cbi|Yasuo}} and {{cbi|Yone}} fought an azakana demon. |
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+ | *'''Yasuo's Village:''' A place once ravaged by the Noxian invasion, it was once the location where warriors would learn rare Wind Techniques from masters like Elder Souma. It is the current residence of {{cbi|Riven}}. |
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===[[Shon-Xan]]=== |
===[[Shon-Xan]]=== |
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− | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 05.jpg| |
+ | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 05.jpg|[[Xayah]] inside Puboe Prison |
− | Ahri Garden of Forgetting 01.jpg|{{ci|Ahri}} In The Garden Of Forgetting |
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Ionia The Bow, and the Kunai.jpg|Neophyte Faey hunting near the Temple of Xuanain |
Ionia The Bow, and the Kunai.jpg|Neophyte Faey hunting near the Temple of Xuanain |
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− | Not much is known about Shon-Xan, the eastern region of Ionia Island, though it is presumably the origin of one of {{ |
+ | Not much is known about Shon-Xan, the eastern region of Ionia Island, though it is presumably the origin of one of {{cbis|Camille}} favorite weapons, the Shon-Xan footed glaive. |
+ | *'''[[Puboe]]:''' A human town that was the center of a few recent events. {{cbi|Xayah}} and {{cbi|Rakan}} freed several vastaya from a prison here, and {{cbi|Akali}} was assigned to kill a corrupt councilman who sold the town out to Noxus, though the murder did not actually occur in Puboe. |
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− | * '''[[Garden of Forgetting]]:''' The garden may be located here. {{ci|Ahri}} has visited the garden at least once to erase her troubled memories. Its keeper is Ighilya (Ionian: 'Great grandmother'), also known as the Eater of Secrets, the Forgotten, or the Witch Gardener. The flowers and the fruit of the Garden have deep magical properties that can take away a person's memories or life essence. |
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+ | **'''Puboe Prison:''' Previously controlled by [[Shadow Order]] disciples, the Prison was used to imprison numerous vastaya. |
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− | * '''[[Puboe]]:''' A human town that was the center of a few recent events. {{ci|Xayah}} and {{ci|Rakan}} freed several vastaya from a prison here, and {{ci|Akali}} was assigned to kill a corrupt councilman who sold the town out to Noxus, though the murder did not actually occur in Puboe. |
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+ | *'''[[Temple of Xuanain]]:''' The village Xuanain is located in the southeastern part of Shon-Xan. It is located near a Kinkou Temple which was abandoned long ago until it became the new base of operation for the order after the death of Master Kusho during the Noxian invasion of Ionia. East of [[Temple of Thanjuul|Thanjuul]], high up in the mountains where glacial water ran. It was beside a lagoon of turquoise water, peppered with purple lantern florae. Although they were near the village of Xuanain, their haven was difficult to access, with its great elevation and surrounding hills. |
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− | ** '''Puboe Prison:''' Previously controlled by [[Shadow Order]] disciples, the Prison was used to imprison numerous vastaya. |
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+ | *'''[[Vlonqo]]:''' A remote mountain town in southern part of Sho-Xan region of Ionia. Vlonqo Flowers are highly sought after by [[Weh'le]] tattoo artists. |
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− | * '''[[Temple of Xuanain]]:''' The village Xuanain is located in the southeastern part of Shon-Xan. It is located near a Kinkou Temple which was abandoned long ago until it became the new base of operation for the order after the death of Master Kusho during the Noxian invasion of Ionia. East of [[Temple of Thanjuul|Thanjuul]], high up in the mountains where glacial water ran. It was beside a lagoon of turquoise water, peppered with purple lantern florae. Although they were near the village of Xuanain, their haven was difficult to access, with its great elevation and surrounding hills. |
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− | * '''[[Vlonqo]]:''' A remote mountain town in southern part of Sho-Xan region of [[Ionia]]. Vlonqo Flowers are highly sought after by [[Weh'le]] tattoo artists. |
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===[[Fae'lor]]=== |
===[[Fae'lor]]=== |
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− | Syndra The Dreaming Pool.jpg|{{ |
+ | Syndra The Dreaming Pool.jpg|{{cbi|Syndra}} inside The Dreaming Pool |
Ionia Master Yi Village.jpg|Wuju Village |
Ionia Master Yi Village.jpg|Wuju Village |
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− | Master Yi Homecoming.jpg|Master Yi returning |
+ | Master Yi Homecoming.jpg|Master Yi returning to his village |
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− | Fae'lor is a small island to the west of the main island of Ionia. It is the location of the Dael'eh Ahira, the Dreaming Pool, which previously imprisoned {{ |
+ | Fae'lor is a small island to the west of the main island of Ionia. It is the location of the Dael'eh Ahira, the Dreaming Pool, which previously imprisoned {{cbi|Syndra}}. Its famous monastery school was converted into a Noxian fort during the invasion. The island has since been stripped bare by Syndra's power, and the fort ripped free of its foundations. |
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− | * '''Fae'lor Castle:''' The fortress of Fae’lor was built upon the westernmost island of Ionia. Highly defensible, this place had remained for centuries, standing against countless foes, before being finally overrun after a long siege during the Noxian invasion. Its famous monastery school was converted into a Noxian fort during the invasion. |
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+ | *'''Fae'lor Castle:''' The fortress of Fae'lor was built upon the westernmost island of Ionia. Highly defensible, this place had remained for centuries, standing against countless foes, before being finally overrun after a long siege during the Noxian invasion. Its famous monastery school was converted into a Noxian fort during the invasion. |
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− | ** '''Dael'eh Ahira Pool:''' Dael'eh Ahira, or the Dreaming Pool, a spiritually magical pool that previously imprisoned {{ci|Syndra}}. Currently it imprisons a vastaya named Kalan. |
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+ | **'''Dael'eh Ahira Pool:''' Dael'eh Ahira, or the Dreaming Pool, a spiritually magical pool that previously imprisoned {{cbi|Syndra}}. Currently it imprisons a vastaya named Kalan. |
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===[[Bahrl]]=== |
===[[Bahrl]]=== |
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− | Bahrl is an island in the central part of the chain, south of the main island of Ionia. The villages of Tevasa and Wuju are located here, as is the [[Epool River]], where {{ |
+ | Bahrl is an island in the central part of the chain, south of the main island of Ionia. The villages of Tevasa and Wuju are located here, as is the [[Epool River]], where {{cbi|Zed}} found {{cbi|Kayn}}. |
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+ | *'''[[Epool River]]:''' It is located in the southern part of Bahrl island in Ionia. It is the place where {{cbi|Zed}} found {{cbi|Kayn}}. |
− | * |
+ | *'''[[Tevasa]]:''' It is located on the north side of the island region of Bahrl. At the footholds of the mountain, there is a small peaceful village with approximately hundred people. During the Noxian invasion of Ionia, pillaging Noxian soldiers were defeated by the hands of {{cbi|Ahri}} who grew attached to all the villagers and had a desire to protect them from harm. |
− | * |
+ | *'''[[Urvash]]:''' A coastal settlement located in southern part of Bahrl island of Ionia. |
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+ | *'''[[Wuju]]:''' Located on Bahrl, it is the birthplace of {{cbi|Master Yi}} and the art of Wuju. It has since been destroyed during the Noxian Invasion of Ionia. |
===[[Bard Mountain]]=== |
===[[Bard Mountain]]=== |
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Ionia Bard Mountain.jpg|Bard Mountain |
Ionia Bard Mountain.jpg|Bard Mountain |
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Ionia Pallas 01.jpg|Pallas |
Ionia Pallas 01.jpg|Pallas |
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Ionia Cliffside Temples.jpg|Temple of Pallas 2 |
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− | Possibly is located somewhere in |
+ | Possibly is located somewhere in Ionia. It was the site of a battle over an ancient artifact that resulted in the appearance of {{cbi|Bard}}. |
===[[Houhjo]]=== |
===[[Houhjo]]=== |
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+ | The Houhjo are an Ionian human tribe that occupy the two southernmost islands of the [[Ionian Archipelago]], [[Galrin]] and [[Sudaro]]. The Houhjo's culture is centred around their custodial duties within The Temple of Pallas, which fell into disrepair after the [[Noxus|Noxian]] invasion detailed in the comic, [[Heartlight]], as well as the subsequent emergence of the [[Darkin]], {{cbi|Varus}}. Little is known of this island nation other than its involvement in [[Varus|Varus']] backstory. |
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− | * '''[[Galrin]]:''' One of two islands in the region of [[Houhjo]] (the other being [[Sudaro]]), located near the southern tip of the [[Ionian Archipelago]] island chain. |
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+ | *'''[[Galrin]]:''' One of two islands in the region of [[Houhjo]] (the other being [[Sudaro]]), located near the southern tip of the [[Ionian Archipelago]] island chain. |
+ | **'''[[Ghetu Sea]]:''' The Ghetu Sea is {{tt|a desert|or a underground sea}} located at the center of the Galrin island of Ionia. |
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− | ** '''[[Nistaram Forest]]:''' Nistaram Forest is located on the northernwest tip of Galrin island of [[Ionia]]. It is a day away from [[Pallas]] by horseback. This forest is rich with biodiversity, having numerous dangerous monsters and plants. Professional hunters are often enlisted to hunt down dangerous creatures that pose a threat to neighboring towns and villages. |
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+ | **'''[[Nistaram Forest]]:''' Nistaram Forest is located on the northernwest tip of Galrin island of Ionia. It is a day away from [[Pallas]] by horseback. This forest is rich with biodiversity, having numerous dangerous monsters and plants. Professional hunters are often enlisted to hunt down dangerous creatures that pose a threat to neighboring towns and villages. |
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− | ** '''[[Pallas]]:''' The ancient village Pallas was established upon the coastal shores. The inhabitants of this village have forgotten much of their long history, but their duty as custodians to the Temple of Pallas was never abandoned - until Noxus arrived. |
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+ | **'''[[Pallas]]:''' The ancient village Pallas was established upon the coastal shores. The inhabitants of this village have forgotten much of their long history, but their duty as custodians to the Temple of Pallas was never abandoned - until Noxus arrived. |
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− | *** '''Temple of Pallas:''' Aeons ago a gold-armored figure arrived upon the western shore of Ionia, bringing with her an insatiable device. Here she imprisoned a bow within a deep chasm and sealed it off using the natural magic from the Ionian landscape. The nearby settlement was tasked with maintaining the seals as what lurked inside was powerful enough to break its bonds and eventually be unleashed. Erecting a grand temple around the chasm, the villagers rarely wavered from this task, despite its purpose being entirely forgotten. {{ci|Varus|Valmar and Kai}} sought refuge in the water-filled chasm when Noxian forces attacked Pallas, and the darkin Varus was released. Master [[File:Kobayashi Master.jpg|20px]] Kobayashi was the Temples leader during the Battle of Pallas, where she was later slaughtered by Noxian soldiers. |
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+ | ***'''Temple of Pallas:''' Aeons ago a gold-armored figure arrived upon the western shore of Ionia, bringing with her an insatiable device. Here she imprisoned a bow within a deep chasm and sealed it off using the natural magic from the Ionian landscape. The nearby settlement was tasked with maintaining the seals as what lurked inside was powerful enough to break its bonds and eventually be unleashed. Erecting a grand temple around the chasm, the villagers rarely wavered from this task, despite its purpose being entirely forgotten. {{cbi|Varus|Valmar and Kai}} sought refuge in the water-filled chasm when Noxian forces attacked Pallas, and the darkin Varus was released. Master [[File:Kobayashi Master.jpg|20px]] Kobayashi was the Temples leader during the Battle of Pallas, where she was later slaughtered by Noxian soldiers. |
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− | * '''[[Sudaro]]:''' A small island at the southern tip of the [[Ionian Archipelago]]. It is part of [[Houhjo]] region along with [[Galrin]]. |
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+ | *'''[[Sudaro]]:''' A small island at the southern tip of the [[Ionian Archipelago]]. It is part of [[Houhjo]] region along with [[Galrin]]. |
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===[[Oulin]], [[Qaelin]], and [[Ralin]]=== |
===[[Oulin]], [[Qaelin]], and [[Ralin]]=== |
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Ionia The Great Monasteries.jpg|Hirana Monastery |
Ionia The Great Monasteries.jpg|Hirana Monastery |
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Qenjo Estate Zed Comic.jpg|Qenjo Estate at Jiekkasja |
Qenjo Estate Zed Comic.jpg|Qenjo Estate at Jiekkasja |
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Ionia Swirl Rocks.jpg|Swirl Rocks |
Ionia Swirl Rocks.jpg|Swirl Rocks |
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Ionia Swirl Rocks Altar.jpg|Swirl Rocks Altar |
Ionia Swirl Rocks Altar.jpg|Swirl Rocks Altar |
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+ | Ionia Swirl Rocks Fusuma.jpg|Swirl Rocks Fusuma Painting |
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Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 01.jpg|Yasuo's Village 1 |
Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 01.jpg|Yasuo's Village 1 |
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These islands make up a small cluster in the northeastern part of the archipelago. Hirana Monastery is located on Ralin. |
These islands make up a small cluster in the northeastern part of the archipelago. Hirana Monastery is located on Ralin. |
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+ | *'''[[Hirana Monastery]]:''' The monks of Hirana Monastery are renowned for self-control. {{cbi|Lee Sin}} and {{cbi|Udyr}} defended this place. |
+ | *'''Lhotlan Village:''' Deep within the Lhradi Forest of Qaelin live the endangered Lhotlan vastaya, whose most prominent members are {{cbi|Rakan}} and {{cbi|Xayah}}. |
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− | * '''Qaelin Highlands:''' The mountainous regions of Qaelin which span from the north to the south of the island. |
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+ | *'''Qaelin Highlands:''' The mountainous regions of Qaelin which span from the north to the south of the island. |
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− | ** '''[[Jiekkasja]]:''' A settlement and region located in the Southern Qaelin Highlands. |
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+ | **'''[[Jiekkasja]]:''' A settlement and region located in the Southern Qaelin Highlands. |
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− | *** '''Quenjo Estate:''' The current location of House Quenjo and the Lady Yevnai. {{ci|Zed}} visited this place in order to find the current whereabouts of {{ci|Shen}} during his search for {{ci|Jhin}}. |
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+ | ***'''Quenjo Estate:''' The current location of House Quenjo and the Lady Yevnai. {{cbi|Zed}} visited this place in order to find the current whereabouts of {{cbi|Shen}} during his search for {{cbi|Jhin}}. |
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===[[Zhyun]]=== |
===[[Zhyun]]=== |
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− | A mountainous island in the south of the Ionian archipelago, it was previously plagued by the infamous {{ |
+ | A mountainous island in the south of the Ionian archipelago, it was previously plagued by the infamous {{cbi|Jhin|Golden Demon}}. Before the Invasion of Ionia, Zhyun was known to have its own council. |
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+ | *'''[[Kashuri]]:''' It is a coastal settlement located at the southern part of Zhyun island of Ionia. |
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+ | **'''Kashuri Armories:''' The armories forged traditional weapons for a long time, mostly swords and bows. The war against Noxus changed that, and they began making poor copies of Piltover's hextech weapons. Now they have been 'inspired' to make new weapons harnessing the abundant magic in Ionia, like {{cbi|Jhin|Khada Jhin's}} pistol-rifle. |
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+ | *'''[[Nanthee]]:''' A settlement located in Southern Zhyun, it is where a disguised {{cbi|Zed}} went in search for {{cbi|Jhin}} after his return. It was heavily destroyed by Jhin's bombs which he used for his escape to [[Piltover]]. |
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+ | *'''[[Raikkon]]:''' A coastal settlement in the southern tip of Zhyun island of Ionia. Its native berries are used for creating quality tattoo ink mixture. {{cbi|Xin Zhao}} was born here. |
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+ | *'''[[Swirl Rocks]]:''' A unique rock formation located in the northern part of Zhyun island of Ionia. |
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+ | *'''[[Temple of the Jagged Knife]]:''' Located in the island province of Zhyun, it is controlled by {{cbis|Zed}} Order of Shadows. It was previously ransacked by {{cbi|Gangplank}} and his pirate crew. |
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+ | *'''[[Tuula]]:''' A city located in the southern mountainous province of Zhyun. {{cbi|Jhin|Khada Jhin}} was initially imprisoned here by Kusho, {{cbi|Shen}}, and {{cbi|Zed}}. |
− | ** |
+ | **'''Tuula Prison:''' A highly fortified prison for one of the worst criminals in Ionia. It is the place where {{cbi|Jhin}} was imprisoned for years before being released by corrupt Ionian politicians. |
+ | *'''Zhyun Highlands:''' The mountainous regions of Zhyun which span from the north to the south of the island. |
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− | * '''Yasuo's Village:''' A place once ravaged by the Noxian invasion, it was once the location where warriors would learn rare Wind Techniques from masters like Elder Souma. It is the current residence of {{ci|Riven}}. |
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+ | **'''[[Ghajan River]]:''' Located in Southern Zhyun, the Ghajan river is the area where Kusho, {{cbi|Shen}} and {{cbi|Zed}} finally captured {{cbi|Jhin}}. |
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− | * '''Zhyun Highlands:''' The mountainous regions of Zhyun which span from the north to the south of the island. |
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− | ** |
+ | ***'''[[Jyom Pass]]:''' A fishing settlement located on the banks of the Ghajan River. This was where {{cbi|Jhin|Khada Jhin}} was captured by Kusho, {{cbi|Shen}}, and {{cbi|Zed}}. There is a Blossom Festival held here. |
+ | **'''[[Holn]]:''' Located in the Southern Zhyun Highlands. The Holn Mountain Road had the statue of Master Kusho, the former leader of the {{fi|Kinkou Order}} who banished a local demon, The Zogao. It is also the location where {{cbi|Zed}} defeated and killed Master Althon. |
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− | *** '''[[Jyom Pass]]:''' A fishing settlement located on the banks of the Ghajan River. This was where {{ci|Jhin|Khada Jhin}} was captured by Kusho, {{ci|Shen}}, and {{ci|Zed}}. There is a Blossom Festival held here. |
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+ | **'''[[Kotha]]:''' A village settlement in the Southern Zhyun Highlands, it was destroyed and most of its inhabitants brutally murdered by {{cbi|Jhin}} during his early years as a serial killer. It is also the location where Kusho, {{cbi|Shen}} and {{cbi|Zed}} first witnessed {{cbis|Jhin}} brutality. The village remains in ruins to this day. |
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+ | ** '''[[Olgathee Forest]]:''' Located in the Zhyun Highlands, it is the place where {{cbi|Shen}} banished a demon which terrorized the surrounding areas. |
+ | **'''Temple of Raishai:''' The Village of Raishai is located in the southern part of [[Zhyun]]. The Raishai acolytes had been among the Kinkou order's most faithful, supporting the edict of pacifism during the Noxian Invasion of without question. The turmoils of the war lead to deep spiritual unrest in this area, which attracted evil spirits. It was only with the help of {{cbi|Kennen}} that this evil was dispelled. |
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− | ** '''[[Olgathee Forest]]:''' Located in the Zhyun Highlands, it is the place where {{ci|Shen}} banished a demon which terrorized the surrounding areas. |
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− | ** |
+ | **'''[[Shual]]:''' A settlement located in Southern Zhyun Highlands, it is one the locations where {{cbi|Shen}} and {{cbi|Zed}} went to in search for {{cbi|Jhin}} after his return. |
− | ** |
+ | **'''[[Sotka River]]:''' A river that originates from the Southern Highlands of Zhyun. Near Kotha it is one of the places where {{cbi|Zed}} was searching for {{cbi|Jhin}} after his return. A Local Blossom Festival was ravaged by Jhin's bombs used by him for his escape. |
− | ** |
+ | **'''[[Thonx]]:''' A settlement located in the Zhyun Highlands, its river caverns have numerous taverns and fishermen buildings. |
− | *** |
+ | ***'''Kwol Tavern:''' A river side tavern located at the outskirts of Thonx, it is the place where {{cbi|Zed}} and his {{fi|Shadow Order}} have started their search for {{cbi|Jhin}}. |
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+ | *'''[[Zhyunia]]:''' {{tt|A coastal settlement|Likely the capital city}} located on Zhyun island of Ionia. |
==Wildlife== |
==Wildlife== |
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− | The people of |
+ | The people of Ionia's many provinces have always seen themselves as part of the natural world, and adapted their ways to live alongside all manner of fantastical flora and fauna. To outsiders, such a close relationship may appear strange, but it is through this interdependence that both the land and its inhabitants have thrived for countless generations. |
− | ===Bahrl Jays=== |
+ | === Bahrl Jays === |
− | '''Bahrl Jays''' are an avian species native to the |
+ | '''Bahrl Jays''' are an avian species native to the Ionian island region of [[Bahrl]]. They are quite active during the morning and they have melodic song like chirps. |
=== Cloud Drinkers=== |
=== Cloud Drinkers=== |
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− | '''Cloud Drinkers''' are large fish-like creatures that originate from |
+ | '''Cloud Drinkers''' are large fish-like creatures that originate from Ionia. Their unique features are their long fins that are used as wings. These white scaled creatures live in high altitudes, consuming nutrients from the clouds. Its songs could be heard from the villages. Long, low waves of sound rippling from sky to hillside, each as formless and strange as the afternoon clouds. |
− | ===Dragons=== |
+ | === Dragons === |
{{main|Dragon|Dragons}} |
{{main|Dragon|Dragons}} |
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+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
Ionia Market.jpg|Dragon Attacking A Market |
Ionia Market.jpg|Dragon Attacking A Market |
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Ionia Dragon's Nest.jpg|Dragon's Nest |
Ionia Dragon's Nest.jpg|Dragon's Nest |
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01IO045-full.png|Herald of Spring |
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− | Winged, elemental-breathing reptiles that can reach near-giant sizes over their long, long lifespans, they are the indisputable ruler of the skies. Both fearsome and majestic, dragons have a society that revolves around strength and might and because of their egoistic and narcissistic pride, mixing their blood with that of races outside of dragonkind are seen as an abomination, a cancer that must be eradicated utterly. Many dragons persecute such defiled creations and their perpetrators to no end, a thing that {{ |
+ | Winged, elemental-breathing reptiles that can reach near-giant sizes over their long, long lifespans, they are the indisputable ruler of the skies. Both fearsome and majestic, dragons have a society that revolves around strength and might and because of their egoistic and narcissistic pride, mixing their blood with that of races outside of dragonkind are seen as an abomination, a cancer that must be eradicated utterly. Many dragons persecute such defiled creations and their perpetrators to no end, a thing that {{cbi|Shyvana}}, the Half-Dragon, found out firsthand. According to {{cbi|Irelia}}, Ionia has over 200 different species of talking dragons. Those who study these dragons speak of ancient, elemental runes split between the bloodlines. '''Empyreans''' are a breed of wingless wind dragons of Ionia that reside above the clouds, constantly moving with the wind. |
− | === |
+ | ===Dreaming Tree=== |
+ | The Dreaming Tree grew from a seed of the God-Willow, which towered over the ancient grove of [[Omikayalan]]. Cast loose when the God-Willow was tragically felled, the seed took root in what came to be known as the [[Garden of Forgetting]]. Nurtured by the Green Father, {{cbi|Ivern}}—as many of the descendants of Omikayalan were—the Dreaming Tree spiraled up, spreading the magic of humanity's desires each time the dream-laden buds bloomed. |
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− | One of the oldest magical trees in Ionia, it was destroyed by {{ci|Syndra}} when she was a child. |
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+ | === Ghost-Willow === |
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+ | One of the oldest magical trees in Ionia, it was destroyed by {{cbi|Syndra}} when she was a child. |
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− | ===God-Willow=== |
+ | === God-Willow === |
− | One of the oldest magical trees in Ionia, it was destroyed centuries ago by Ivern the Cruel, who absorbed its power and became the {{ |
+ | One of the oldest magical trees in Ionia, it was destroyed centuries ago by Ivern the Cruel, who absorbed its power and became the {{cbi|Ivern|Green-Father}}. |
=== Herald of Spring === |
=== Herald of Spring === |
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− | '''Herald of Spring''' is a mythical creature that resides in [[Shon-Xan]] of |
+ | '''Herald of Spring''' is a mythical creature that resides in [[Shon-Xan]] of Ionia. A Stag like being, it has the ability to bring new life and bring the end of winter. |
+ | |||
+ | === Ionian Citrus Fruit === |
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+ | {{quote|{{sm2|VO_CitrusCourier_ability_03.ogg}}''"This from {{fi|Ionia}}. No seeds!"''|{{LoR|Citrus Courier}}}} |
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+ | Ionia have their own {{w|Citrus}} fruit, likely similar to a real-world {{w|Orange (fruit)|Orange}}, that is completely seedless. Nothing is known about how it reproduces. How similar these fruit's evolution and genetics are to real world citrus fruit is unknown. |
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=== Jeweled Protectors === |
=== Jeweled Protectors === |
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+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
01IO023-full.png|Jeweled Protector |
01IO023-full.png|Jeweled Protector |
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Ionia The Luonn-Kon.jpg|Luonn-Kon |
Ionia The Luonn-Kon.jpg|Luonn-Kon |
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Ionia Wildlife And Fauna.jpg|Wildlife And Fauna |
Ionia Wildlife And Fauna.jpg|Wildlife And Fauna |
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+ | Ivern OriginalSkin.jpg|[[Ivern]], The God-Willow |
Ionia Ionian Flowers 01.jpg|Ionian Flowers 1 |
Ionia Ionian Flowers 01.jpg|Ionian Flowers 1 |
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Ionia Ionian Flowers 02.jpg|Ionian Flowers 2 |
Ionia Ionian Flowers 02.jpg|Ionian Flowers 2 |
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Ionia Ionian Trees 01.jpg|Ionian Trees 1 |
Ionia Ionian Trees 01.jpg|Ionian Trees 1 |
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Ionia Ionian Trees 02.jpg|Ionian Trees 2 |
Ionia Ionian Trees 02.jpg|Ionian Trees 2 |
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− | 01IO028-full.png|Scaled Snapper |
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− | Serpentleaf.jpg|Serpentleaf |
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− | Ionia Fruit Merchant.jpg|Merchant with Sun Apple Fruit |
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− | Vulkodalk 01.jpg|Vulkodalk 1 |
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− | Vulkodalk 02.jpg|Vulkodalk 2 |
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− | 01IO021-full.png|Windfarer Hatchling |
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− | 01IO016-full.png|Zephyr Sage |
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− | The '''Jeweled Protectors''' are giant mythical winged carnivores of |
+ | The '''Jeweled Protectors''' are giant mythical winged carnivores of Ionia with a mix of tiger and lion features. {{ccib|Jeweled Protector profileicon.png|Protector (Little Legend) (Teamfight Tactics)|Protectors}} are born wingless and without manes until [[File:01IO023-full.png|20px]] a certain age when they grow their manes while their wings grow out from their backs. Their other noticeable features are their two tails and gems embedded along their spines and forehead that glow with a mysterious power. |
− | ===Kiwas=== |
+ | === Kiwas === |
− | Kiwas are a type of fruit that can be found on [[Zhyun]] of |
+ | Kiwas are a type of fruit that can be found on [[Zhyun]] of Ionia. Its sweetness is said to help soak solemness whenever someone is too melancholy. |
− | ===Luonn Kon=== |
+ | === Luonn Kon === |
[[File:Ionia The Luonn-Kon.jpg|20px]] '''Luonn Kon''' are giant spirit animals located in Ionia. They take the appearance of massive stone golems and are often benevolent in nature. Some of them assist local inhabitants in creating makeshift dams. |
[[File:Ionia The Luonn-Kon.jpg|20px]] '''Luonn Kon''' are giant spirit animals located in Ionia. They take the appearance of massive stone golems and are often benevolent in nature. Some of them assist local inhabitants in creating makeshift dams. |
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− | === |
+ | ===Poros=== |
+ | {{main|Poro}} |
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+ | |||
+ | [[File:01IO005-full.png|thumb|300px|A particularly {{LoR|Nimble Poro|nimble Poro}} defeating a {{fi|Navori Brotherhood|Navori}} {{LoR|Navori Brigand|brigand}} and {{LoR|Navori Highwayman|highwayman}}.]] |
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+ | {{ui|Poro|Poros}} are an are the mysterious, magical, and most-loved creatures originating from the [[Howling Abyss]]. Poros are equal parts truth, valor, and innocence. The colour of their fur is described as “very light blue, like {{fi|Freljord|Freljordian}} snow”. They have a heart-shaped underbelly because they're made of love. A poro's horns perk up when it's excited and droop down when it's scared. Poros paddle through deep snow with their front paws. Some believe that poros are indestructible. Poros stick their tongue out because they are incredibly warm. This is why they can survive the harsh cold environment of the [[Howling Abyss]]. {{ii|Poro-Snax}} are frosted with Freljordian ice crystals and are a favourite treat of this creature. The leader of the Poros is known as the {{ui|Poro King}}. |
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+ | There is at least one [[Poro]] found in Ionia. They were so inspired by {{LoR|Minah Swiftfoot}} that they have started defending Ionian roads from the {{fi|Navori Brotherhood}}. |
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+ | |||
+ | === Raikkon Berries === |
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'''Raikkon Berries''' are a type of flora native to [[Raikkon]] on the island of [[Zhyun]], these berries along with the enchanted flower petals from [[Vlonqo]] are used by tattoo artist of [[Weh'le]] as tattoo ink mixture. |
'''Raikkon Berries''' are a type of flora native to [[Raikkon]] on the island of [[Zhyun]], these berries along with the enchanted flower petals from [[Vlonqo]] are used by tattoo artist of [[Weh'le]] as tattoo ink mixture. |
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=== Sapphire Roses=== |
=== Sapphire Roses=== |
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'''Sapphire Roses''' are a type of rose native to Ionia. Some merchants have adapted them to the robust Kumangra soil. Sold in the markets of [[Kumangra]], their distinct sent is heavily sought after by flower collectors. |
'''Sapphire Roses''' are a type of rose native to Ionia. Some merchants have adapted them to the robust Kumangra soil. Sold in the markets of [[Kumangra]], their distinct sent is heavily sought after by flower collectors. |
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− | ===Scaled Snapper=== |
+ | === Scaled Snapper === |
+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
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− | Scaled Snappers are giant turtle-like lizard creatures that reside in [[Ionia]]. One of the oldest inhabitants of the Greenglade, they have withstood the test of time through constant adaptation. |
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+ | 01IO028-full.png|Scaled Snapper |
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− | ===Serpentleaf=== |
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+ | Serpentleaf.jpg|Serpentleaf |
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− | [[File:Serpentleaf.jpg|20px]] '''Serpentleaf''' is a type of predatory flower native to the [[Nistaram Forest]] of [[Galrin]]. Serpentleaf poultice, if properly made, is used as an effective healing agent that dulls the pain but not the mind. If the flower isnt picked properly, its leaves are poisonous. The flowers lure insects with its scent and color. Some animals have adapted an immunity to the flowers poisons, eating it from the inside when its leaves close. |
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+ | Ionia Fruit Merchant.jpg|Merchant with Sun Apple Fruit |
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− | ===Sun Apples=== |
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+ | Vulkodalk 01.jpg|Vulkodalk 1 |
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+ | Vulkodalk 02.jpg|Vulkodalk 2 |
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+ | </gallery> |
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+ | |||
+ | Scaled Snappers are giant turtle-like lizard creatures that reside in Ionia. One of the oldest inhabitants of the Greenglade, they have withstood the test of time through constant adaptation. |
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+ | === Serpentleaf === |
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+ | [[File:Serpentleaf.jpg|20px]] '''Serpentleaf''' is a type of predatory flower native to the [[Nistaram Forest]] of [[Galrin]]. Serpentleaf poultice, if properly made, is used as an effective healing agent that dulls the pain but not the mind. If the flower isn't picked properly, its leaves are poisonous. The flowers lure insects with its scent and color. Some animals have adapted an immunity to the flowers poisons, eating it from the inside when its leaves close. |
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+ | === Sun Apples === |
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[[File:Ionia Fruit Merchant.jpg|20px]] '''Sun apples''' are a common type of tree located in Ionia. Its fruit can warm a person and even tan a person's entire body. |
[[File:Ionia Fruit Merchant.jpg|20px]] '''Sun apples''' are a common type of tree located in Ionia. Its fruit can warm a person and even tan a person's entire body. |
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− | ===Vlonqo Flowers=== |
+ | === Vlonqo Flowers === |
'''Vlonqo Flowers''' are a type of flower endemic to the southern faces of the [[Vlonqo]] cliffs. Their enchanted flower petals along with Raikkon berries of [[Raikkon]] are used by tattoo artist of [[Weh'le]] as tattoo ink mixture. |
'''Vlonqo Flowers''' are a type of flower endemic to the southern faces of the [[Vlonqo]] cliffs. Their enchanted flower petals along with Raikkon berries of [[Raikkon]] are used by tattoo artist of [[Weh'le]] as tattoo ink mixture. |
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− | ===Vulkodalk=== |
+ | === Vulkodalk === |
[[File:Vulkodalk 02.jpg|20px]] '''Vulkodalk''' is native to the [[Nistaram Forest]] of [[Galrin]]. This terrifying predator is a theropod-type creature with eight eyes on each side of its head, a large horn atop the snout, and a maw with multiple rows of pointed teeth. |
[[File:Vulkodalk 02.jpg|20px]] '''Vulkodalk''' is native to the [[Nistaram Forest]] of [[Galrin]]. This terrifying predator is a theropod-type creature with eight eyes on each side of its head, a large horn atop the snout, and a maw with multiple rows of pointed teeth. |
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=== Windfarers=== |
=== Windfarers=== |
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− | Windfarers are mythical creatures of [[Ionia]]'s cliffsides. Their unique aspects are their mixed avian and feline features, having cat-like heads and bodies while having avian feet and wings. Their fur is of different shades of white while their feathers of different shades of grey. Windfarers lay eggs like birds and their young hatch during the beginning of the Ionian spring. |
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+ | 01IO021-full.png|Windfarer Hatchling |
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+ | 01IO016-full.png|Zephyr Sage |
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+ | </gallery> |
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+ | Windfarers are mythical creatures of Ionia's cliffsides. Their unique aspects are their mixed avian and feline features, having cat-like heads and bodies while having avian feet and wings. Their fur is of different shades of white while their feathers of different shades of grey. Windfarers lay eggs like birds and their young hatch during the beginning of the Ionian spring. |
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− | ===Worax=== |
+ | === Worax === |
These herd animals are described as goat-like buffalo. Pregnant Worax are considered to be quite noisy. |
These herd animals are described as goat-like buffalo. Pregnant Worax are considered to be quite noisy. |
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− | ===Xaolans=== |
+ | === Xaolans === |
− | Xaolan trees, known for their gossamer flowers, is a type of tree from [[Zhyun]] in |
+ | Xaolan trees, known for their gossamer flowers, is a type of tree from [[Zhyun]] in Ionia which leafs and flower petals are used to create white tea. |
− | ===Zephyr Sage=== |
+ | === Zephyr Sage === |
− | Zephyr Sage is a mythical avian creature that resides somewhere in |
+ | Zephyr Sage is a mythical avian creature that resides somewhere in Ionia. The unique features of this giant being is his emerald green, brown, and white feathers. It is believed that this creature is a wise sage that is able to aid people in their quests. |
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− | The people of Ionia’s many provinces have always seen themselves as part of the natural world, and adapted their ways to live alongside all manner of fantastical flora and fauna. To outsiders, such a close relationship may appear strange, but it is through this interdependence that both the land and its inhabitants have thrived for countless generations. |
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+ | The people of Ionia's many provinces have always seen themselves as part of the natural world, and adapted their ways to live alongside all manner of fantastical flora and fauna. To outsiders, such a close relationship may appear strange, but it is through this interdependence that both the land and its inhabitants have thrived for countless generations. |
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Ionia Lake Of Lighted Lilies.jpg|Lighted Lilies |
Ionia Lake Of Lighted Lilies.jpg|Lighted Lilies |
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Ionia Ionian Farm.jpg|Rivers Of Grass 1 |
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Ionia Coastal Region.jpg|Yellow Crabs |
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− | ===Lighted Lilies=== |
+ | === Lighted Lilies === |
− | [[File:Ionia Lake Of Lighted Lilies.jpg|20px]] '''Lighted Lilies''' are a type of aquatic flora native to |
+ | [[File:Ionia Lake Of Lighted Lilies.jpg|20px]] '''Lighted Lilies''' are a type of aquatic flora native to Ionia, such as the [[Lighted Lilies Lake|Lake of Lighted Lilies]]. The unique feature of these pond lilies is their ability to produce light from the head of the flower. |
− | ===Rivers of Grass=== |
+ | === Rivers of Grass === |
[[File:Ionia Ionian Farm.jpg|20px]] Quite literal rivers of grass, flow and move with the tides of magic. Landfishers, if intinued with the magic of the landscape, can cultivate and collect all the grains and fruits that grow in these areas. |
[[File:Ionia Ionian Farm.jpg|20px]] Quite literal rivers of grass, flow and move with the tides of magic. Landfishers, if intinued with the magic of the landscape, can cultivate and collect all the grains and fruits that grow in these areas. |
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− | ===Yellow Crabs=== |
+ | === Yellow Crabs === |
[[File:Ionia Coastal Region.jpg|20px]] Located near the coastal Azure Farms of Ionia Island, these specific crabs are attuned to the spiritual energies of the area. At certain times of the year, people might give offerings and gifts to the local sea spirits. If those offerings are appreciated, thousands of yellow crabs might walk onto the beaches and just wait to be captured later in the year. |
[[File:Ionia Coastal Region.jpg|20px]] Located near the coastal Azure Farms of Ionia Island, these specific crabs are attuned to the spiritual energies of the area. At certain times of the year, people might give offerings and gifts to the local sea spirits. If those offerings are appreciated, thousands of yellow crabs might walk onto the beaches and just wait to be captured later in the year. |
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The Ionian continent is a haven for those who seek spiritual evolution and enlightenment. Magic suffuses every part of Ionia—its people, its history, and most of all the land itself. All aspects of life there hang in a balance, with still so much left to be discovered and explored. Those who call this vast continent home strive to find harmony among the diverse races and habitats, far older than most others on Runeterra. While populated primarily by humans and vastaya, some yordles and other beings also make Ionia their home. There are many spiritual centers and schools of enlightenment in Ionia, though they might not always agree about important questions. Such pursuits leave little time for thoughts of imperialism; the Ionians have historically been extremely peaceful by nature. That does not mean, however, that they are helpless or unable to defend themselves. |
The Ionian continent is a haven for those who seek spiritual evolution and enlightenment. Magic suffuses every part of Ionia—its people, its history, and most of all the land itself. All aspects of life there hang in a balance, with still so much left to be discovered and explored. Those who call this vast continent home strive to find harmony among the diverse races and habitats, far older than most others on Runeterra. While populated primarily by humans and vastaya, some yordles and other beings also make Ionia their home. There are many spiritual centers and schools of enlightenment in Ionia, though they might not always agree about important questions. Such pursuits leave little time for thoughts of imperialism; the Ionians have historically been extremely peaceful by nature. That does not mean, however, that they are helpless or unable to defend themselves. |
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It is certain Ionia has a much longer and richer history than any living soul could claim to know. Indeed, in the more remote mountain passes, the landscape is still littered with evidence of great wars from ages past—but instead of clearing the ruins, the Ionians choose to respect what remains, even if they no longer fully understand what it represents. |
It is certain Ionia has a much longer and richer history than any living soul could claim to know. Indeed, in the more remote mountain passes, the landscape is still littered with evidence of great wars from ages past—but instead of clearing the ruins, the Ionians choose to respect what remains, even if they no longer fully understand what it represents. |
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− | ===The Path To Enlightenment=== |
+ | === The Path To Enlightenment === |
While it is true that harmony is sought by most in Ionia, few are so far along this path as to be considered truly enlightened beings. Their ideals are lofty, but not all can live up to them, and Ionians can be just as driven by hate, lust, anger, and love as any Runeterran. From [[Hirana Monastery|Hirana]] to the [[The Placidium of Navori|Placidium of Navori]], there are places of sanctuary open to those trying to better understand themselves. |
While it is true that harmony is sought by most in Ionia, few are so far along this path as to be considered truly enlightened beings. Their ideals are lofty, but not all can live up to them, and Ionians can be just as driven by hate, lust, anger, and love as any Runeterran. From [[Hirana Monastery|Hirana]] to the [[The Placidium of Navori|Placidium of Navori]], there are places of sanctuary open to those trying to better understand themselves. |
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− | Ionia is home to many human languages & dialects, though the Zhyun dialect is the most-spoken of the Ionian {{w|dialect chain}}, possibly descending from the ancient Ionian language still used by {{ci|Karma}} to chant her mantras. It's unknown if Yasuo speaks another dialect from the same dialect chain or a completely different language. |
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+ | Ionia is home to many human languages & dialects, though the Zhyun dialect is the most-spoken of the Ionian {{w|dialect chain}}, possibly descending from the ancient Ionian language still used by {{cbi|Karma}} to chant her mantras. It's unknown if {{cbi|Yasuo}} and {{cbi|Irelia}} speaks another dialect from the same dialect chain or a completely different language. |
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* Ionian {{w|Kinship terminology|kinship terms}}:<br><small>({{w|Proto-Indo-European language|PIE}}-based?<ref>http://www.ling.upenn.edu/~rnoyer/courses/51/PIEKinship.pdf</ref>)</small> |
* Ionian {{w|Kinship terminology|kinship terms}}:<br><small>({{w|Proto-Indo-European language|PIE}}-based?<ref>http://www.ling.upenn.edu/~rnoyer/courses/51/PIEKinship.pdf</ref>)</small> |
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** ''O-ma'' - "Grandmother" <small>(also to address an elderly woman)</small> |
** ''O-ma'' - "Grandmother" <small>(also to address an elderly woman)</small> |
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− | * {{ |
+ | * {{cbis|Karma}} language: |
− | ** {{sm2| |
+ | ** {{sm2|Karma_Original_Mantra_3.ogg}} Gaen Na Kyri Vi. - Reap the winds of. |
− | ** |
+ | ** {{sm2|Karma.soulshield.ogg}} Jya - Pain. |
− | ** {{sm2| |
+ | ** {{sm2|Karma_Original_Mantra_5.ogg}} Lath Rian Oune Vi. - Weave the threads of. |
− | ** |
+ | ** {{sm2|Karma.heavenlywave.ogg}} Phaela - Tranquility. |
− | ** {{sm2| |
+ | ** {{sm2|Karma_Original_Mantra_1.ogg}} Sae Eleisa Tera Vi. - Discover the meaning of. |
− | ** |
+ | ** {{sm2|Karma.spiritbond.ogg}} Saeri - Magic. |
+ | |||
+ | * {{cbis|Irelia}} language: |
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+ | ** {{sm2|Irelia_Original_Q_MaxPassive2_1.ogg}} Si. |
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+ | ** {{sm2|Irelia_Original_Q_MaxPassive2_2.ogg}} Ki. |
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+ | ** {{sm2|Irelia_Original_Q_MaxPassive2_3.ogg}} Jun! |
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+ | ** {{sm2|Irelia_Original_Death_3.ogg}} (Gasp) O-ma? - (Gasp) Grandmother? |
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− | * {{ |
+ | * {{cbis|Yasuo}} language:<br><small>({{w|Sino-Japanese vocabulary|Sino}}-{{w|Japanese language|Japonic}} based, though flawed)</small> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original Q3 0.ogg}} Aseryo! <!--Impatient/You're impatient! (depends on context) or Morning Dragon.--> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original W 1.ogg}} Choryon <!--Elder; Son! - A Kiai (combat shout).--> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original Q2 1.ogg}} Hasag <!--Crush/crushing (usually a vertical, downward strike).--> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original Q3 1.ogg}} Hasagi <!--Cutting edge.--> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original R 1.ogg}} Igei Ton <!--The dawn remains/Except/other than the dawn.--> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original W 2.ogg}} Son |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original R 2.ogg}} Sorye <!--"That way" or "Take that".--> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original R 0.ogg}} Sorye Ge Ton <!--Towards the dawn/To raise towards the dawn.--> |
− | ** {{sm2|Yasuo |
+ | ** {{sm2|Yasuo Original Q2 0.ogg}} Ton <!--Dawn or Blunt (literally in that context "stupid").--> |
* Other: |
* Other: |
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+ | ** {{cbi|Jhin|Khada}} {{w|Jin (Chinese surname)|Jhin}} - Golden Excellence. |
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− | ** {{ci|Syndra}} - Destruction (?). |
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+ | ** {{cbi|Ahri|Khumaia}} - Gatekeeper. |
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− | ** {{ci|Jhin|Khada}} {{w|Jin (Chinese surname)|Jhin}} - Golden Excellence. |
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** [[File:Kobayashi Master.jpg|20px]] {{Tt|Ko|old Japanese kʷo}}{{Tt|bayashi|Old Japanese n(ə)-payasi}} (小林) - Small Forest <small>(possibly from Yasuo's language)</small> |
** [[File:Kobayashi Master.jpg|20px]] {{Tt|Ko|old Japanese kʷo}}{{Tt|bayashi|Old Japanese n(ə)-payasi}} (小林) - Small Forest <small>(possibly from Yasuo's language)</small> |
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+ | ** Nargui - No One. |
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+ | ** Rakhsasum - Collector. |
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+ | ** {{cbi|Syndra}} - Destruction (?). |
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− | Apart from the human languages on Ionia, there is also the Vastayan language, one of whose various dialects is Baraashi, as spoken by Lhotlan's tribe-members {{ |
+ | Apart from the human languages on Ionia, there is also the Vastayan language, one of whose various dialects is Baraashi, as spoken by Lhotlan's tribe-members {{cbi|Rakan}} and {{cbi|Xayah}}.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/0/https://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/story-art/uPRhAAbl-vastayan-language?comment=0002 Vastayan Baraashi dialect]</ref><br><small>(Baraashi used elements of the Finnish & Arabic languages as its basis)</small> |
* Vastaya Baraashi dialect <small>(Lhotlan Tribe)</small> |
* Vastaya Baraashi dialect <small>(Lhotlan Tribe)</small> |
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** Baasi - I (future tense). |
** Baasi - I (future tense). |
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** Eli, Ella - Love (masculine, feminine). |
** Eli, Ella - Love (masculine, feminine). |
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− | ** {{sm2| |
+ | ** {{sm2|Rakan_Original_WithXayahNear_MoveNear33_Chat1.ogg}} {{sm2|Xayah_Original_WithRakanNear_MoveNear33_Chat2.ogg}} {{sm2|Rakan_Original_WithXayahNear_MoveNear33_Chat3.ogg}} Example of a Vastayan conversation. |
** Faash - They (present tense). |
** Faash - They (present tense). |
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** Ighilya - Great Grandmother. |
** Ighilya - Great Grandmother. |
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** Mi - My. |
** Mi - My. |
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** Mieli, Miella - My Love (masculine, feminine). |
** Mieli, Miella - My Love (masculine, feminine). |
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− | ** {{sm2| |
+ | ** {{sm2|Xayah_Original_KillVastaya_1.ogg}} Mu'takl - A slang for "Blood traitor". |
** Na - To not be. |
** Na - To not be. |
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** Om - Magic. |
** Om - Magic. |
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− | ** {{sm2| |
+ | ** {{sm2|Rakan_Original_WithXayahNear_Kill10_Chat2.ogg}} Ouulavaash - Farewell. |
** Soura - To Gather. |
** Soura - To Gather. |
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− | ** {{sm2| |
+ | ** {{sm2|Xayah_Original_KillVastaya_0.ogg}} Taitah be tervaash - Rest in peace/well. |
** Tann - Here. |
** Tann - Here. |
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** Va'h - To be (present tense). |
** Va'h - To be (present tense). |
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** Vi - Wild. |
** Vi - Wild. |
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** Vi-om - Wild-magic. |
** Vi-om - Wild-magic. |
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+ | Objects= |
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− | ===Architecture=== |
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+ | === Architecture === |
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− | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300 navigation=true> |
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+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
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Ionia Built Into Nature.jpg|Built Into Nature |
Ionia Built Into Nature.jpg|Built Into Nature |
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Ionia Creating A Home.jpg|Creating A Home |
Ionia Creating A Home.jpg|Creating A Home |
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Ionia Awaken concept 02.jpg|Living Fence 1 |
Ionia Awaken concept 02.jpg|Living Fence 1 |
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Ionia Awaken concept 03.jpg|Living Fence 2 |
Ionia Awaken concept 03.jpg|Living Fence 2 |
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+ | Ionia The First Lands.jpg|Fauhwoon Vastaya overlooking magic-harvesting Quinlons. |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 04.jpg|School Buildings |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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Ionia's millennia of isolation has meant that this balance-attuned culture placed a high value on keeping up healthy traditions. These customs and attitude often manifest in Ionian architecture. The structures built here are characterized by a sense of natural flow and grace, aspiring to reflect the ethereal beauty of the land. Also, grand, open spaces ensure that one is never fully divorced from what organically existed there before. |
Ionia's millennia of isolation has meant that this balance-attuned culture placed a high value on keeping up healthy traditions. These customs and attitude often manifest in Ionian architecture. The structures built here are characterized by a sense of natural flow and grace, aspiring to reflect the ethereal beauty of the land. Also, grand, open spaces ensure that one is never fully divorced from what organically existed there before. |
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* '''Rooftop Garden:''' Ionian architecture often includes organically curved tiled or shingled roofs. Here, branches extend outward from the trees within this building. |
* '''Rooftop Garden:''' Ionian architecture often includes organically curved tiled or shingled roofs. Here, branches extend outward from the trees within this building. |
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* '''Temples:''' Some temple houses in the highland valleys are shaped into the rocky hillsides, with living whipwillows serving as archways and support columns. The transitions between the walls and other elements of these sacred buildings are smooth to the touch, with few hard edges or corners. |
* '''Temples:''' Some temple houses in the highland valleys are shaped into the rocky hillsides, with living whipwillows serving as archways and support columns. The transitions between the walls and other elements of these sacred buildings are smooth to the touch, with few hard edges or corners. |
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+ | * '''Quinlons''': The magical filters and damns used by humans scattered. They are made from a circle of rotating massive rocks, orbiting around each other, floating in the sky, existing as great wards that contain ancient enchantments, which hold back and limit the natural magic of the land to more favourable and helpful magic to humans. This in turn affect the [[Vastaya]]n livelihood due to their dependence on magic. {{cbi|Zed}} and his [[Shadow Order]] use them to create their ichor which is used to channel Shadow magic.<ref>[[A Piece of Shadow Cake]]</ref> |
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− | ===Clothing=== |
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+ | === Clothing === |
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− | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300 navigation=true> |
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+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
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Ionia Rich Diversity.jpg|Rich Diversity |
Ionia Rich Diversity.jpg|Rich Diversity |
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Ionia Item Merchant.jpg|Item Merchant |
Ionia Item Merchant.jpg|Item Merchant |
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Yevnai Render.png|Yevnai 2 |
Yevnai Render.png|Yevnai 2 |
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01IO053-full.png|Emerald Awakener |
01IO053-full.png|Emerald Awakener |
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+ | 99IO001-full.png|Recursion |
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01IO008-full.png|Fae Bladetwirler |
01IO008-full.png|Fae Bladetwirler |
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01IO019-full.png|Greenglade Caretaker |
01IO019-full.png|Greenglade Caretaker |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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Ionian clothing comes in various shapes, sizes, coloring, and designs as diverse as its people. Due to easy access to various flora and fauna, Ionian clothing incorporates rich patterns and colors inspired by the surrounding nature. The Lhotlan vastaya use the heads and feathers of Raptors as ornate accessories, while other Vastaya use large insect wings and flowers in their clothing. People of higher standing tend to have clothing with rich patterns and accessories, with large ornate decorative headdresses and shoulder pauldrons. Those of lower standings such as farmers and villagers have more earthy and practical garments. Some Ionian orders and other organizations have their own unique clothing laws and traditions. |
Ionian clothing comes in various shapes, sizes, coloring, and designs as diverse as its people. Due to easy access to various flora and fauna, Ionian clothing incorporates rich patterns and colors inspired by the surrounding nature. The Lhotlan vastaya use the heads and feathers of Raptors as ornate accessories, while other Vastaya use large insect wings and flowers in their clothing. People of higher standing tend to have clothing with rich patterns and accessories, with large ornate decorative headdresses and shoulder pauldrons. Those of lower standings such as farmers and villagers have more earthy and practical garments. Some Ionian orders and other organizations have their own unique clothing laws and traditions. |
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− | * '''Tattoos:''' Tattoos are a common with Ionian youth such as those found on Weh'le. {{ |
+ | * '''Tattoos:''' Tattoos are a common with Ionian youth such as those found on Weh'le. {{cbi|Akali}} has a traditional design of an Ionian Dragon etched on her back, while {{cbi|Karma}} has hers going across her right leg. |
− | === |
+ | === Demonic Compendium === |
− | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300 |
+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
+ | Spirit Demonology 01.jpg|Demonic Compendium 1 |
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+ | Spirit Demonology 02.jpg|Demonic Compendium 2 |
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+ | </gallery> |
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+ | A fragment of esoteric lore, discovered after the attack on the Noxian fortress at Fae'lor. The author(s) and provenance are unknown. |
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+ | |||
+ | The compendium shows several types of demons that branch out from three root branches, the primary one being Fear. The types of demons that spawn from Fear are: Nightmare, Secrets (which further branches out to Obsession), and Delirium (which further branches out to Bliss and Frenzy), and currently unknown brances. Nine inscriptions of what are likely names of demons all point towards ''"Azakana"''. Around the branches, several images can be seen, such as the image of Raum, Fiddlestick's keys, and an image showing 10 circles. |
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+ | |||
+ | The inscription is written in a currently unknown language, possibly connected to Ochnun or the Noxian writing system, as it was found in a Noxian stronghold. |
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+ | |||
+ | === Tools === |
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+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
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Ionia Farming Equipment.jpg|Farming Equipment |
Ionia Farming Equipment.jpg|Farming Equipment |
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Ionia Ionian Boats.jpg|Ionian Boats |
Ionia Ionian Boats.jpg|Ionian Boats |
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Ionia Ionian Tools.jpg|Ionian Tools |
Ionia Ionian Tools.jpg|Ionian Tools |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 05.jpg|Tea Set and Broom |
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</gallery> |
</gallery> |
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− | * '''Farming Equipment:''' Ionian farming equipment is mostly crafted from dead or fallen tree branches roped together with a metal head in various shapes depending on the need of the users. Carts, wheels, and other farming objects are made of easily bending dead tree branches and vines which are then shaped, stitched, and connected into desired shapes. |
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* '''Boats:''' Ionian boats much as their architecture has a more elegant design. Made out of dead or fallen tree branches, leaves, and/or other floral parts the boats can also vary in shapes and sizes depending on the need of the users. |
* '''Boats:''' Ionian boats much as their architecture has a more elegant design. Made out of dead or fallen tree branches, leaves, and/or other floral parts the boats can also vary in shapes and sizes depending on the need of the users. |
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+ | * '''Farming Equipment:''' Ionian farming equipment is mostly crafted from dead or fallen tree branches roped together with a metal head in various shapes depending on the need of the users. Carts, wheels, and other farming objects are made of easily bending dead tree branches and vines which are then shaped, stitched, and connected into desired shapes. |
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+ | * '''[[Tellstones]]:''' A variant of Tellstones called '''"King's Gambit"''' is played in {{fi|Demacia}}. It is named after a Demacian King Santon the Great. King Santon of Demacia avoided civil war with a game of Tellstones, saving thousands of lives. Despite the game's popularity across Runeterra, no one seems to know where Tellstones originated. There is a variant of Tellstones played by the {{fi|Dauntless Vanguard}} and they use it to settle disputes within the ranks. |
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− | ===Saga of the First Lands=== |
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+ | Mythos= |
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+ | ===Spirit Gods and Folklore Spirits=== |
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+ | {{SeeOther|more information|{{Univ|Spirit Blossom}} and [[Spirit Gods]]}} |
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+ | Spirit Gods that originate from Ionia are tied to nature and are often seen as the guardians of Ionia's forests, including its [[Spirit Tree]]s, which are venerated in a similar fashion. |
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+ | |||
+ | Ionian folklore is rich with many stories of benevolent or trickster spirits, jealous demons, and tragic characters. These spirits have [[Spirit Bonds|interacted]] with mortals during the {{fi|Spirit Blossom}} festival, when the veil between the [[Spirit Realm]] and Physical Realm are thin. Some of these spirits related to the festival are even known beyond Ionia (e.g. {{csl|Kindred|Spirit Blossom}} is the same {{cbi|Kindred}} with an Ionian interpretation), however, it is unclear just how many of these most of these spirits are worshiped or venerated enough to be classified as spirit gods. |
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+ | |||
+ | ===Ionian Afterlife=== |
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+ | <gallery type=slideshow widths=300> |
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+ | Spirit Blossom 2020 Promo 04.jpg|A soul being guided by the Gatekeeper through the realm of the Taker. |
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+ | Spirit Blossom 2020 Promo 08.jpg|The Gatekeeper |
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+ | </gallery> |
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+ | :For more information, see {{Univ|Spirit Blossom}}. |
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+ | While Ionians venerate numerous spirit deities, such as {{cbi|Kindred}} (known as [[File:Spirit Bonds Kindred profileicon.png|20px]] the Taker), [[File:Spirit Blossom 2020 Event profileicon.png|20px]] the Gatekeeper and the Collector are one of the more important ones for the Ionian afterlife. The Gatekeeper, a white fox with a shimmering nine-tails, represents a capricious, whimsical spirit who sees the fate of the living as a game of chase, she offers the chance for souls to find their final rest but will not intervene if they stray from the path. If a person strays from the path of the Gatekeeper, they may end up being taken by other spirits or demons in the afterlife, one of which is the Collector. Jealous of the Gatekeeper, the Collector is a demon who haunts the spiritual afterlife as a supreme collector of souls, tempting the dead away from their path to salvation until they are trapped for eternity within their own memories. Warriors that are not able to move on from the events of their lives are the most susceptible by the demons lure, such as the elder brother from Ionian myths that took this [[The Path, An Ionian Myth|path]]. |
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+ | |||
+ | The famed Spirit of Salvation, and the fox all mortals are beckoned towards when their souls arrive to the spirit realm. |
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+ | |||
+ | === Saga of the First Lands === |
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The Saga of the First Lands is an Ionian legend retelling the tales of the mythical guardians of the lands. |
The Saga of the First Lands is an Ionian legend retelling the tales of the mythical guardians of the lands. |
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{{quote| |
{{quote| |
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− | * ''As the warrior wept for his loss, the elder consoled him: 'Seek the sage of the skies. Only he can return that which is lost to this world, but still held in memory. |
+ | * ''As the warrior wept for his loss, the elder consoled him: 'Seek the sage of the skies. Only he can return that which is lost to this world, but still held in memory.'' |
* ''Spring blooms first on Ionia's cliffsides, where the beating of newly formed wings bathes the land in the season's gentle breezes.'' |
* ''Spring blooms first on Ionia's cliffsides, where the beating of newly formed wings bathes the land in the season's gentle breezes.'' |
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− | * ''In times of conflict, villagers sought the ancient guardian of Autumn Valley. Those who swayed her heart were granted blessings that could turn the tide of battle.'' |
+ | * ''In times of conflict, villagers sought the ancient guardian of Autumn Valley. Those who swayed her heart were granted blessings that could turn the tide of battle.''}} |
+ | |||
− | }} |
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− | ===Shon Xan Poems=== |
+ | === Shon Xan Poems === |
{{quote| |
{{quote| |
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* ''During winter's reign, we heard the tread of Footsteps 'cross the snowy floor. In its wake, new vine and leaf emerged to rearrange The forest floor and herald season's change.''}} |
* ''During winter's reign, we heard the tread of Footsteps 'cross the snowy floor. In its wake, new vine and leaf emerged to rearrange The forest floor and herald season's change.''}} |
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+ | === Teachings of the Dragon === |
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− | ===Blossom Festival=== |
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+ | {{quote| |
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− | A festival where painters, musicians, calligraphers and other types of artists celebrate the artistry of Ionia. One such festival was held in Jyom Pass in the Zhyun province, where the infamous {{ci|Jhin|Khada Jhin}} was finally captured. |
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+ | * ''"A student must listen with focus, for the Dragon roared the first sounds, and blessed our young spirits with the gift of magic."'' |
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− | ===Harvest Festival=== |
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+ | * ''"A student must act with compassion, for the Dragon nurtured the First Lands, and graced them with warmth and life."'' |
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− | Most Ionian settlements have their own way of celibrating a harvest festival. In [[Vlonqo]], musicians, singers and dancers perform in front of the townsfolk to give thanks for another year of bountiful harvest. {{ci|Rakan}}, a Lhotlan vastaya, sang old vastayan songs during one of Vlonqos harvest festivals. |
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+ | * ''"A student must think with clarity, for the Dragon draws the sun across our skies, and reveals the world around us."'' |
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+ | * ''"A student must strive with all their might, for the Dragon pulled the earth from beneath the waves, and gave us a land to call home."'' |
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+ | * ''"A student must move with grace, for the Dragon's breath created the wind and waves which brought motion to our world."''}} |
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+ | |-| |
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+ | Festivals= |
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+ | === Harvest Festival === |
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+ | Most Ionian settlements have their own way of celibrating a harvest festival. In [[Vlonqo]], musicians, singers and dancers perform in front of the townsfolk to give thanks for another year of bountiful harvest. {{cbi|Rakan}}, a Lhotlan vastaya, sang old vastayan songs during one of Vlonqos harvest festivals. |
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+ | |||
+ | === Spirit Blossom Festival === |
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+ | [[File:Ionia Perennial.jpg|thumb|300px|[[Perennial]]]] |
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+ | The Spirit Blossom Festival is an ancient and celebrated time in Ionia, when the door to the spirit world is opened, the dead return to their loved ones, and spirits of all manner turn their eyes towards the living. From the benevolent Kanmei, to the obsessive Akana—their stories play out again and again, like shadows on a paper lantern. Painters, musicians, calligraphers and other types of artists showcase their artistry to the public, especially children. When nightfall arrives and the Spirit Blossoms are at full bloom, the festival attendees gather at the nearest temple to release lanterns in the air while also giving respect to their fallen and deceased as well as wish for good fortunes. The war and bloodshed of the Noxian Invasion of Ionia had prevented the blossoming of the flowers, but eventually they have returned along with the festival. Some Noxians that live in or near the Noxian occupied areas of Ionia would also join in the festivity, though their presence is still met with some unease. Before the war, the infamous {{cbi|Jhin|Khada Jhin}} was finally captured at a Blossom Festival held in [[Jyom Pass]] in [[Zhyun]] province. |
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==Government== |
==Government== |
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Not much is known about Ionia's government currently, but most areas seem to have regional administrations that don't always share philosophies. Each village has its own small council. |
Not much is known about Ionia's government currently, but most areas seem to have regional administrations that don't always share philosophies. Each village has its own small council. |
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+ | Organizations= |
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− | ===Schools of Learning=== |
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+ | === Schools of Learning === |
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Ionia is home to countless schools and temples, which train disciplined students in ancient martial arts and esoteric philosophy. Deadly and graceful, these fighters, mages, dancers, and scholars spend years in training, hoping to master their craft and for the pursuit of enlightenment. |
Ionia is home to countless schools and temples, which train disciplined students in ancient martial arts and esoteric philosophy. Deadly and graceful, these fighters, mages, dancers, and scholars spend years in training, hoping to master their craft and for the pursuit of enlightenment. |
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During and after the Noxian invasion, many of these traditions were shaken. Extreme, hardline interpretations of their former beliefs have become more prevalent as each practitioner struggles to make sense of the world in the aftermath of all they have witnessed. |
During and after the Noxian invasion, many of these traditions were shaken. Extreme, hardline interpretations of their former beliefs have become more prevalent as each practitioner struggles to make sense of the world in the aftermath of all they have witnessed. |
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− | === |
+ | ==={{fi|Hirana Order}}=== |
− | The [[Hirana Monastery]] is home to many skilled and enlightened monks. Their adepts are some of the most devout proponents of personal harmony within one's self. Though the monks deplore violence, they are not defenseless as they are skilled enough to turn and redirect an opponent's strikes. In an act of selflessness, the monks took in {{ |
+ | The [[Hirana Monastery]] is home to many skilled and enlightened monks. Their adepts are some of the most devout proponents of personal harmony within one's self. Though the monks deplore violence, they are not defenseless as they are skilled enough to turn and redirect an opponent's strikes. In an act of selflessness, the monks took in {{cbi|Udyr}}, and taught him how to harness and control his animalistic fury... most of the time. {{cbi|Lee Sin}} blinded himself in a desperate fury while defending the monastery. |
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+ | ==={{fi|Kinkou Order}}=== |
− | The [[Kinkou]] are an ancient clan dedicated to the preservation of balance. Order, chaos, light, darkness - all things must exist in perfect harmony for such is the way of the universe. The Order is led by a triumvirate of ninjas - {{ |
+ | The [[Kinkou]] are an ancient clan dedicated to the preservation of balance. Order, chaos, light, darkness - all things must exist in perfect harmony for such is the way of the universe. The Order is led by a triumvirate of ninjas - {{cbi|Shen}}, {{cbi|Kennen}}, and {{cbi|Akali}} - who uphold its causes in the world and are each entrusted with one of three sacred duties: Watching the Stars, Coursing the Sun, and Pruning the Tree. However, Akali has since left the order to pursue her own path. |
− | === |
+ | ==={{fi|Navori Brotherhood}}=== |
− | The Navori Brotherhood are an ultra-nationalist group established during the Invasion of [[Noxus]]. Although they aim to defend their people from foreign attackers, they also aspire to control the continent under one rule, and are willing to attack and kill fellow Ionians who don't align with their vision for Ionia - including {{ |
+ | The Navori Brotherhood are an ultra-nationalist group established during the Invasion of [[Noxus]]. Although they aim to defend their people from foreign attackers, they also aspire to control the continent under one rule, and are willing to attack and kill fellow Ionians who don't align with their vision for Ionia - including {{cbi|Irelia}}. |
− | === |
+ | ==={{fi|Shadow Order}}=== |
− | The Order of Shadows is a new clan that has dedicated themselves to learning the forbidden art of the shadows and killing anyone who refuses to learn. Their leader, {{ |
+ | The Order of Shadows is a new clan that has dedicated themselves to learning the forbidden art of the shadows and killing anyone who refuses to learn. Their leader, {{cbi|Zed}}, rediscovered these ancient techniques and used them to take over the Kinkou Monastery. |
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+ | ==={{fi|Shojin Order}}=== |
− | The [[Shojin Monastery]] is home to peaceful monks that have long practiced the martial arts of inner healing. Through meditation, the monks are capable of rejuvenating from injuries at a heightened rate. Some of these priests can also display acts of incredible willpower, such as suffering through agonizing amounts of pain for weeks without crying out. {{ |
+ | The [[Shojin Monastery]] is home to peaceful monks that have long practiced the martial arts of inner healing. Through meditation, the monks are capable of rejuvenating from injuries at a heightened rate. Some of these priests can also display acts of incredible willpower, such as suffering through agonizing amounts of pain for weeks without crying out. {{cbi|Lee Sin}} was raised here. |
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+ | ==={{fi|Wuju Order}}=== |
− | The {{ai|Wuju Style||Art of Wuju}} was founded on obtaining absolute spiritual awareness of one's self and one's enemy. {{ |
+ | The {{ai|Wuju Style|Master Yi|Art of Wuju}} was founded on obtaining absolute spiritual awareness of one's self and one's enemy. {{cbi|Master Yi}}, the keeper of this ancient art, descended from one of the few tribes dedicated to the preservation of Wuju. Due to the massacre of his kin, Master Yi is now the last master of his art. He has pledged to keep the Wuju style alive by teaching the art form to other individuals, such as {{cbi|Wukong}}. |
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− | ===Bilgewater=== |
+ | ==={{fi|Bilgewater}}=== |
During Noxus' invasion of Ionia, many pirates from [[File:Bilgewater profileicon.png|20px|border]] [[Bilgewater]] sailed to the island nation. For years they ruthlessly pillaged the settlements along the island's coastlines and fought naval battles with Ionian vessels when engaged. Even after the war, many Ionians still feel deep enmity towards Bilgewater due to its denizens' actions. |
During Noxus' invasion of Ionia, many pirates from [[File:Bilgewater profileicon.png|20px|border]] [[Bilgewater]] sailed to the island nation. For years they ruthlessly pillaged the settlements along the island's coastlines and fought naval battles with Ionian vessels when engaged. Even after the war, many Ionians still feel deep enmity towards Bilgewater due to its denizens' actions. |
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− | ===Demacia=== |
+ | ==={{fi|Demacia}}=== |
− | While Demacia campaigned against Noxus's imperial ambitions, it was unable to prevent the disasters that were inflicted on Ionia. It is unclear if Ionians feel animosity towards Demacia as a result. |
+ | While Demacia campaigned against Noxus's imperial ambitions, it was unable to prevent the disasters that were inflicted on Ionia. It is unclear if Ionians feel animosity towards Demacia as a result. Several key figureheads in Demacian society originate from Ionia, such as {{cbi|Sona}} and {{cbi|Xin Zhao}}. |
− | ===Freljord=== |
+ | ==={{fi|Freljord}}=== |
− | Not much is known about the current relations between the two nations. The first known interaction between the two cultures ended up with the destruction of the {{ |
+ | Not much is known about the current relations between the two nations. The first known interaction between the two cultures ended up with the destruction of the {{cbi|Ivern|God-Willow}} by a stranded band of Freljordian warriors... but the second was a friendship between {{cbi|Lee Sin}} and {{cbi|Udyr}}. |
− | ===Noxus=== |
+ | ==={{fi|Noxus}}=== |
[[File:Ionia The Great Stand.jpg|thumb|300px|The Great Stand Of The Placidium]] |
[[File:Ionia The Great Stand.jpg|thumb|300px|The Great Stand Of The Placidium]] |
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− | + | The long planned Noxian invasion to Ionia began under Boram Darkwill orders. Rumors spread of abundant magic flowing from the land, convincing many Noxians to indulge in the conquest, seeking riches beyond their wildest dreams. But Darkwill desired immortality above all, tasking legions to search for anything relevant wherever it could possibly be obtained and annihilating those who stood in their way. In short time the presence of Noxians would increase and turn violent, eventually becoming a full-scale war. |
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− | Over the course of the invasion things became an uphill battle, the likes of which Noxians and Ionians had never experienced. As the Ionians fought in defiance, so did the land itself. This Ionian victory at the Great Stand at Navori a decade ago ensured that everyone in Ionia knew the name of {{ |
+ | Over the course of the invasion things became an uphill battle, the likes of which Noxians and Ionians had never experienced. As the Ionians fought in defiance, so did the land itself. This Ionian victory at the Great Stand at Navori a decade ago ensured that everyone in Ionia knew the name of {{cbi|Irelia|Xan Irelia}}, and looked to her for leadership. Exhausted and nearly defeated, the war would eventually end with {{cbis|Swain|Jericho Swain}} ascension to power and most Noxian armies were withdrawn from Ionia. After the defeat of Noxus and the return of most annexed lands, it is unclear of the present political conditions. It is well-known, however, that many Ionians have a vendetta against Noxus. |
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+ | ==={{fi|Piltover}}=== |
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+ | Ionia and Piltover have frequent enough trade with each other for relatively small shipping ports like [[Nanthee]] having piltover trading ships dock at its ports. Weapons from the city-state are acquired and modified for easy use in spirit magic rich Ionian land. |
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+ | ==={{fi|Shadow Isles}}=== |
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+ | Ionians have suffered under numerous Harrowings enacted by the undead of the Shadow Isles. |
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+ | ==={{fi|Zaun}}=== |
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+ | Zaunite chemists such as {{cbi|Singed}}, which the backing of Noxus, were able to commit horrific war crimes during the Noxian invasion of Ionia. Their chemical weapons decimated Ionian lands that have physical and spiritual scars to this day. |
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* The real-life namesake is {{w|Ionia}}, after {{w|Greek colonisation|Ionian Greek colonists}}, located in {{w|Anatolia}}, now in modern-day {{w|Turkey}}. |
* The real-life namesake is {{w|Ionia}}, after {{w|Greek colonisation|Ionian Greek colonists}}, located in {{w|Anatolia}}, now in modern-day {{w|Turkey}}. |
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** There are also the {{w|Ionian Islands}} located at the western part of modern-day {{w|Greece}}. |
** There are also the {{w|Ionian Islands}} located at the western part of modern-day {{w|Greece}}. |
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− | * Ionian names are usually derived from {{w|Sino-Tibetan languages|Sino-Tibetan}}, e.g. {{ |
+ | * Ionian names are usually derived from {{w|Sino-Tibetan languages|Sino-Tibetan}}, e.g. {{cbi|Master Yi|Yi}}, {{cbi|Shen}}, {{cbi|Xin Zhao|Xin}}, {{cbi|Wukong|Kong}}, etc. with some {{w|Berber languages|Berber}} influences<ref>https://nexus.leagueoflegends.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Jhin_Namestorm_exvj79ng3h59rqlp70n8.pdf</ref> |
− | ** Exceptions exist, however: e.g. {{ |
+ | ** Exceptions exist, however: e.g. {{cbi|Karma}} & {{cbi|Irelia}} from {{w|Indo-European languages|Indo-European}}; {{cbi|Yasuo}}, {{cbi|Yone}}, & {{cbi|Akali}} from {{w|Japonic languages|Japonic}}; {{cbi|Ahri}} from {{w|Koreanic languages|Korean}}, etc. |
+ | [[File:Season 2019 - Platinum 1.png|thumb|200px]] |
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− | * Ionia's crest resembles {{cis|Karma}} Mantle of Decorum. |
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+ | * In [[Season Nine]], the ranked emblems for the [[League system]] were redesigned. Ionia represents the emblem for the [[File:Season 2019 - Platinum 1.png|25px|link=]] Platinum rank. |
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− | * Ionians practiced {{w|Sky burial|sky burials}}: the deceased's corpses are left to the elements and scavengers, then collected and cleaned by {{w|Funeral director|bone washers}}.<ref>http://leagueoflegends.wikia.com/wiki/Confessions_of_a_Broken_Blade#II</ref> |
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+ | * Ionia's crest resembles {{cbis|Karma}} Mantle of Decorum. |
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− | * Ionia has over 200 species of talking dragons.<ref>[https://vignette.wikia.nocookie.net/leagueoflegends/images/1/13/Irelia_141.ogg/revision/latest?cb=20180321084352 Irelia on talking dragons]</ref> |
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+ | * Despite the origins of its name, Ionia is inspired by {{w|East Asia}}. |
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− | * Ionian prisons are known to be humane.<ref>[http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/miscellaneous/WUwqmxEZ-new-champion-qa-jhin-the-virtuoso?show=flat&comment=000b0000 Jhin Q&A 1]</ref> Unless they house vastaya.<ref>[https://universe.leagueoflegends.com/en_US/story/xayah-color-story/]</ref> |
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+ | * Ionians practiced {{w|Sky burial|sky burials}}: the deceased's corpses are left to the elements and scavengers, then collected and cleaned by {{w|Funeral director|bone washers}}.<ref>http://leagueoflegends.wikia.com/wiki/Confessions_of_a_Broken_Blade#II</ref> This funerary tradition is also practiced in the real world, in parts of China (including Tibet), Bhutan, Mongolia, and India.<ref>https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sky_burial</ref> |
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− | * Despite Ionia generally having low-tech weapons, their new high-tech weaponry is generally housed in the Kashuri armouries and used by people who have authorization by the regional authorities, such as {{ci|Jhin|Khada Jhin}}. |
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+ | * Ionia has over 200 species of talking [[dragon]]s.<ref>[https://static.wikia.nocookie.net/leagueoflegends/images/6/6a/Irelia_Original_TauntAurelionSol.ogg Irelia on talking dragons]</ref> |
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− | * The serpentlike crest of Ionia features its colors - white, teal green, and honeysuckle.<ref>[http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/miscellaneous/WUwqmxEZ-new-champion-qa-jhin-the-virtuoso?show=flat&comment=00220000 Jhin Q&A 2]</ref> |
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+ | * Ionian prisons are known to be humane.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/0/http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/miscellaneous/WUwqmxEZ-new-champion-qa-jhin-the-virtuoso?show=flat&comment=000b0000 Jhin Q&A 1]</ref> Unless they're run by more extreme factions such as the Order of Shadows.<ref>[https://universe.leagueoflegends.com/en_US/story/xayah-color-story/]</ref> |
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− | * The {{si|Ghost}}, {{ii|Haunting Guise}}, {{ii|Health Potion}}, {{ii|Ionian Boots of Lucidity}}, {{ii|Liandry's Torment}}, {{ai|Captive Audience|Jhin|Lotus Trap}}, {{ii|Raptor Cloak}}, {{si|Recall}}, {{ii|Spear of Shojin}}, {{ai|Twilight Assault|Shen|Spirit Blade}}, {{ii|Staff of Flowing Water}}, {{ii|Stormrazor}}, {{ii|Trinity Force}}, {{ai|Whisper|Jhin}}, and {{ii|Youmuu's Ghostblade}} are Ionian artifacts.<ref>[http://forums.na.leagueoflegends.com/board/showthread.php?t=3739619&page=1#post40458344 New item icons]</ref> |
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+ | * Despite Ionia generally having low-tech weapons, their new high-tech weaponry is generally housed in the [[Kashuri]] armouries and used by people who have authorization by the regional authorities, such as {{cbi|Jhin|Khada Jhin}}. |
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− | ** The three blades of {{ii|Trinity Force}} represent the Land, Name, and Nation of Ionia. |
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+ | * The serpent-like crest of Ionia features its colors - white, teal green, and honeysuckle.<ref>[https://web.archive.org/web/0/http://boards.na.leagueoflegends.com/en/c/miscellaneous/WUwqmxEZ-new-champion-qa-jhin-the-virtuoso?show=flat&comment=00220000 Jhin Q&A 2]</ref> |
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Ahri DynastySkin.jpg|Dinasty Ahri |
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Ahri MidnightSkin.jpg|Midnight Ahri |
Ahri MidnightSkin.jpg|Midnight Ahri |
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+ | Ahri SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Ahri |
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Akali BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Akali |
Akali BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Akali |
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Akali SilverfangSkin.jpg|Silverfang Akali |
Akali SilverfangSkin.jpg|Silverfang Akali |
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+ | Cassiopeia SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Cassiopeia |
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− | Azir WarringKingdomsSkin.jpg|Warring Kingdoms Azir |
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Diana BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Diana |
Diana BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Diana |
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− | Diana LunarGoddessSkin.jpg|Lunar Goddess Diana |
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− | Draven MechaKingdomsSkin.jpg|Mecha Kingdoms Draven |
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Elise BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Elise |
Elise BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Elise |
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Evelynn BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Evelynn |
Evelynn BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Evelynn |
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− | Fiora SoaringSwordSkin.jpg|Soaring Sword Fiora |
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− | Garen MechaKingdomsSkin.jpg|Mecha Kingdoms Garen |
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− | Garen PrestigeMechaKingdomsSkin.jpg|Mecha Kingdoms Garen Prestige Edition |
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− | Garen WarringKingdomsSkin.jpg|Warring Kingdoms Garen |
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− | Irelia DivineSwordSkin.jpg|Divine Sword Irelia |
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Irelia OrderoftheLotusSkin.jpg|Order of the Lotus Irelia |
Irelia OrderoftheLotusSkin.jpg|Order of the Lotus Irelia |
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− | Janna SacredSwordSkin.jpg|Sacred Sword Janna |
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− | Jarvan IV WarringKingdomsSkin.jpg|Warring Kingdoms Jarvan IV |
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− | Jax GodStaffSkin.jpg|God Staff Jax |
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− | Jax MechaKingdomsSkin.jpg|Mecha Kingdoms Jax |
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Jhin BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Jhin |
Jhin BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Jhin |
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− | Jinx FirecrackerSkin.jpg|Firecracker Jinx |
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Kalista BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Kalista |
Kalista BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Kalista |
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Karma OrderoftheLotusSkin.jpg|Order of the Lotus Karma |
Karma OrderoftheLotusSkin.jpg|Order of the Lotus Karma |
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Karma SakuraSkin.jpg|Sakura Karma |
Karma SakuraSkin.jpg|Sakura Karma |
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Karma TraditionalSkin.jpg|Traditional Karma |
Karma TraditionalSkin.jpg|Traditional Karma |
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− | Katarina WarringKingdomsSkin.jpg|Warring Kingdoms Katarina |
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Kennen BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Kennen |
Kennen BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Kennen |
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Kennen KarateSkin.jpg|Karate Kennen |
Kennen KarateSkin.jpg|Karate Kennen |
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+ | Kindred SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Kindred |
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− | Lee Sin DragonFistSkin.jpg|Dragon Fist Lee Sin |
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+ | Lillia SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Lillia |
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− | Lee Sin GodFistSkin.jpg|God Fist Lee Sin |
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+ | Master Yi BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Master Yi & Katarina |
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− | Leona MechaKingdomsSkin.jpg|Mecha Kingdoms Leona |
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− | Lux LunarEmpressSkin.jpg|Lunar Empress Lux |
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− | Master Yi EternalSwordYiSkin.jpg|Eternal Sword Yi |
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Master Yi IoniaSkin.jpg|Ionia Master Yi |
Master Yi IoniaSkin.jpg|Ionia Master Yi |
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Master Yi SamuraiYiSkin.jpg|Samurai Yi |
Master Yi SamuraiYiSkin.jpg|Samurai Yi |
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− | Nasus LunarGuardianSkin.jpg|Lunar Guardian Nasus |
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− | Nidalee WarringKingdomsSkin.jpg|Warring Kingdoms Nidalee |
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Pyke BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Pyke |
Pyke BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Pyke |
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Rammus NinjaSkin.jpg|Ninja Rammus |
Rammus NinjaSkin.jpg|Ninja Rammus |
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− | Riven DragonbladeSkin.jpg|Dragonblade Riven |
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Riven RedeemedSkin.jpg|Redeemed Riven |
Riven RedeemedSkin.jpg|Redeemed Riven |
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+ | Riven SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Riven |
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− | Sejuani FirecrackerSkin.jpg|Firecracker Sejuani |
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− | Sett MechaKingdomsSkin.jpg|Mecha Kingdoms Sett |
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Shaco MaskedSkin.jpg|Masked Shaco |
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− | Soraka DivineSkin.jpg|Divine Soraka |
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− | Sylas LunarWraithSkin.jpg|Lunar Wraith Sylas |
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Tahm Kench MasterChefSkin.jpg|Master Chef Tahm Kench |
Tahm Kench MasterChefSkin.jpg|Master Chef Tahm Kench |
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+ | Teemo SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Teemo |
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− | Talon DragonbladeSkin.jpg|Dragonblade Talon |
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+ | Teemo PrestigeSpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Teemo Prestige Edition |
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− | Talon EnduringSwordSkin.jpg|Enduring Sword Talon |
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Thresh BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Thresh |
Thresh BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Thresh |
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+ | Thresh SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Thresh |
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Twisted Fate BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Twisted Fate |
Twisted Fate BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Twisted Fate |
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+ | Tryndamere BloodMoonSkin.jpg|Blood Moon Tryndamere |
− | Udyr BlackBeltSkin.jpg|Black Belt Udyr |
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+ | Vayne SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Vayne |
− | Udyr PrimalSkin.jpg|Primal Udyr |
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− | Vi WarringKingdomsSkin.jpg|Warring Kingdoms Vi |
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− | Warwick LunarGuardianSkin.jpg|Lunar Guardian Warwick |
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− | Wukong RadiantSkin.jpg|Radiant Wukong |
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− | Xin Zhao WarringKingdomsSkin.jpg|Warring Kingdoms Xin Zhao |
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+ | Yasuo SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Yasuo |
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+ | Yone SpiritBlossomSkin.jpg|Spirit Blossom Yone |
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+ | Ionia School of Transcendentalism.jpg|Old Ionia concept 2 (by Riot Artist [[Matt Gaser]]) |
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+ | 01IO015T1-full.png|Yasuo "Legends of Runeterra" Illustration 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | 01IO009-full.png|Zed "Legends of Runeterra" Illustration 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | 01IO009T2-full.png|Zed "Legends of Runeterra" Illustration 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 01.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 02.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 03.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 3 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 04.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 4 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 05.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 5 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 06.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 6 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 07.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 7 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 08.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 8 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 09.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 9 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 10.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 10 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 11.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 11 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 12.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 12 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 13.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 13 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 14.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 14 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 15.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 15 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 16.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 16 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 17.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 17 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 18.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 18 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 19.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 19 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Sixmorevodka Studio]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 20.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 20 (by Riot Artist [[DEN]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 21.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 21 (by Riot Artist [[DEN]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 22.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 22 (by Riot Artist [[DEN]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 23.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 23 (by Riot Artist [[DEN]]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 24.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 24 (by Riot Contracted Artist [https://www.artstation.com/loizachen Loiza Chen]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 25.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 25 (by Riot Contracted Artist [https://www.artstation.com/loizachen Loiza Chen]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 26.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 26 (by Riot Contracted Artist [https://www.artstation.com/loizachen Loiza Chen]) |
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+ | Ionia LoR Concept 27.jpg|Ionia "Legends of Runeterra" Concept 27 (by Riot Contracted Artist [https://www.artstation.com/loizachen Loiza Chen]) |
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+ | Bard promo 2.jpg|Bard promo 1 (by Riot Artist [[Mitch Malloy]]) |
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+ | Bard promo 1.jpg|Bard promo 2 (by Riot Artist [[Mitch Malloy]]) |
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Ionia concept 1.jpg|Ionia Concept 1 |
Ionia concept 1.jpg|Ionia Concept 1 |
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Ionia concept 2.jpg|Ionia Concept 2 |
Ionia concept 2.jpg|Ionia Concept 2 |
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Ionia and Bilgewater concept.jpg|Ionia Concept 3 |
Ionia and Bilgewater concept.jpg|Ionia Concept 3 |
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Teamfight Tactics Ionia Arena Concept 01.jpg|Ionia Arena Concept |
Teamfight Tactics Ionia Arena Concept 01.jpg|Ionia Arena Concept |
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− | Ionia |
+ | Arena Ionia City Concept 01.jpg|Ionia City Arena Concept 1 (by Riot Artist [[Igor Artyomenko]]) |
− | Ionia |
+ | Arena Ionia Temple Concept 01.jpg|Ionia Temple Arena Concept 1 (by Riot Artist [[Igor Artyomenko]]) |
− | + | Arena Noxus Invasion Concept 01.jpg|Noxus Invasion Arena Concept 1 (by Riot Artist [[Igor Artyomenko]]) |
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− | + | Temple of Lily and Lotus background.jpg|Temple of Lily and Lotus (by Riot Artist [[Grace Liu]]) |
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− | Ionia |
+ | Ionia LND concept 01.jpg|Ionia "Legends Never Die" Concept 1 (by Riot Artist [[Victor Mosquera]]) |
− | Ionia |
+ | Ionia LND concept 02.jpg|Ionia "Legends Never Die" Concept 2 (by Riot Artist [[Victor Mosquera]]) |
− | Ionia |
+ | Ionia LND concept 03.jpg|Ionia "Legends Never Die" Concept 3 (by Riot Artist [[Victor Mosquera]]) |
− | + | Lee Sin LND concept 05.jpg|Ionia "Legends Never Die" Concept 4 (by Riot Artist [[Julien Renoult]]) |
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− | Ionia Awaken concept |
+ | Ionia Awaken concept 01.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 1 (by Riot Artist [[Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier]]) |
− | Ionia Awaken |
+ | Ionia Awaken concept 02.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 2 (by Riot Artist [[Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier]]) |
+ | Ionia Awaken concept 03.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 3 (by Riot Artist [[Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier]]) |
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+ | Ionia Awaken concept 04.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 4 (by Riot Artist [[Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier]]) |
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+ | Ionia Awaken concept 05.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 5 (by Riot Artist [[Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier]]) |
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+ | Ionia Awaken Concept 06.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 6 (by Riot Artist [[Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier]]) |
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Ionia Awaken Concept 07.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 7 (by Riot Artist [[Jason Chan]]) |
Ionia Awaken Concept 07.jpg|Ionia "Awaken" Concept 7 (by Riot Artist [[Jason Chan]]) |
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Bandle City Book Of Thresholds 03.png|Ionia in the Book of Thresholds 1 |
Bandle City Book Of Thresholds 03.png|Ionia in the Book of Thresholds 1 |
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Bandle City Book Of Thresholds 04.png|Ionia in the Book of Thresholds 2 |
Bandle City Book Of Thresholds 04.png|Ionia in the Book of Thresholds 2 |
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Bandle City Book Of Thresholds 05.png|Ionia in the Book of Thresholds 3 |
Bandle City Book Of Thresholds 05.png|Ionia in the Book of Thresholds 3 |
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− | Ionia |
+ | Ionia Perennial.jpg|Ionia "Perennial" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studio]]) |
− | Ionia The |
+ | Ionia The Lesson 01.jpg|Ionia "The Lesson" Illustration |
+ | Ionia The Lesson Concept 01.jpg|Ionia "The Lesson" Concept 1 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Pawel Hordyniak]]) |
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− | Ahri A Fair Trade 01.png|Ahri "A Fair Trade" Illustration |
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+ | Ionia The Lesson Concept 02.jpg|Ionia "The Lesson" Concept 2 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Pawel Hordyniak]]) |
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− | Ahri Garden of Forgetting 01.jpg|Ahri "Garden of Forgetting" Illustration |
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+ | Ionia The Lesson Concept 03.jpg|Ionia "The Lesson" Concept 3 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Pawel Hordyniak]]) |
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− | Akali Leaving Weh'le.jpg|Akali "Leaving Weh'le" Illustration |
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− | Ionia The |
+ | Ionia The Lesson Concept 04.jpg|Ionia "The Lesson" Concept 4 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Sean Yang]]) |
− | + | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 01.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 1 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Lo Yamon]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 02.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 2 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Lo Yamon]]) |
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− | Zed Comic 1 Cover 2.jpg|Akali, Jhin, Kayn, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 1 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}}, Lorenzo Ruggiero, Chris O'Halloran) |
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− | + | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 03.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 3 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Lo Yamon]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 04.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 4 (by Riot Artist [[Julia Nguyen]]) |
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− | Zed Comic 2 Cover 2.jpg|Jhin and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 2 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}}, Lorenzo Ruggiero, Chris O'Halloran) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 05.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 5 (by Riot Artist [[Julia Nguyen]]) |
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− | Zed Comic 3 Cover 1.jpg|Jhin, Shen, and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 3 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}}, Lorenzo Ruggiero, Chris O'Halloran) |
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− | + | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 06.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 6 (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Yishu Ci]], [[Zhang 'Tony' Bo]], [[Zhu Haoyuan]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 07.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 7 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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− | Zed Comic 4 Cover 1.jpg|Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}}, Lorenzo Ruggiero, Chris O'Halloran) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 08.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 8 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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− | Zed Comic 4 Cover 2.jpg|Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}}, Lorenzo Ruggiero, Chris O'Halloran) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 09.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 9 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[ZI.YI LIU]]) |
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− | Jhin The Man with the Steel Cane 01.jpg|Jhin "The Man with the Steel Cane" Illustration |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 10.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 10 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[ZI.YI LIU]]) |
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− | Jhin Mind of the Virtuoso.png|Jhin "Mind of the Virtuoso" Illustration |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 11.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 11 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[ZI.YI LIU]]) |
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− | Karma Remember Me.jpg|Karma "Remember Me" Illustration (by Riot Artist [https://www.artstation.com/suyeonbyun Blake Byun]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 12.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 12 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[ZI.YI LIU]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 13.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 13 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[ZI.YI LIU]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 14.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 14 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Cicoe 33]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 15.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 15 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Cicoe 33]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 16.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 16 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wangshu Sun]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 17.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 17 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wangshu Sun]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 18.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 18 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wangshu Sun]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 19.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 19 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wangshu Sun]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 20.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 20 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wangshu Sun]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 21.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 21 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Jaytree]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 22.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 22 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Jaytree]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 23.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 23 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Jaytree]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 24.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 24 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wang Di]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 25.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 25 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wang Di]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Concept 26.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Concept 26 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wang Di]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 01.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 1 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 02.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 2 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 03.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 3 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 04.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 4 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 05.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 5 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 06.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 6 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 07.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 7 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 08.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 8 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 09.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 9 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ionia Kin of the Stained Blade Model 10.jpg|Ionia "Kin of the Stained Blade" Model 10 (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Yameng GUO]]) |
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+ | Ahri A Fair Trade 01.png|Ahri "A Fair Trade" Illustration (by Riot Artist [[Eric Canete]]) |
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+ | Ahri Garden of Forgetting 01.jpg|Ahri "Garden of Forgetting" Illustration (by Riot Artist [[Eric Canete]]) |
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+ | Akali Leaving Weh'le.jpg|Akali "Leaving Weh'le" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Wild Blue Studios]]) |
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+ | Ionia The Bow, and the Kunai.jpg|Faey "The Bow, and the Kunai" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studios]]) |
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+ | Zed Comic 1 Cover 1.jpg|Akali, Jhin, Kayn, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 1 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 1 Cover 2.jpg|Akali, Jhin, Kayn, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 1 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 2 Cover 1.jpg|Jhin and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 2 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 2 Cover 1.jpg|Jhin and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 2 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 3 Cover 1.jpg|Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 3 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 3 Cover 2.jpg|Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 3 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 4 Cover 1.jpg|Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 4 Cover 2.jpg|Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 5 Cover 1.jpg|Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 5 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 5 Cover 2.jpg|Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 5 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 6 Cover 1.jpg|Akali, Jhin, Kayn, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 6 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Zed Comic 6 Cover 2.jpg|Akali, Jhin, Kayn, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 6 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists {{wikia|Marvel|Edgar Salazar}} and {{wikia|Marvel|Andres Mossa}}) |
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+ | Jhin The Man with the Steel Cane 01.jpg|Jhin "The Man with the Steel Cane" Illustration (by Riot Artist [[Larry 'TheBravoRay' Ray]]) |
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+ | Jhin Mind of the Virtuoso.png|Jhin "Mind of the Virtuoso" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [https://axisstudiosgroup.com/ Axis Animation]) |
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+ | Karma Remember Me.jpg|Karma "Remember Me" Illustration (by Riot Artist [[Blake Byun]]) |
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Kayn Darkin Corruption.jpg|Kayn "Darkin Corruption" Illustration (by Riot Artist [[Max 'Hexadriven' Zhang]]) |
Kayn Darkin Corruption.jpg|Kayn "Darkin Corruption" Illustration (by Riot Artist [[Max 'Hexadriven' Zhang]]) |
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Kayn The Path of Shadows 01.jpg|Kayn "The Path Of Shadows" Illustration 1 (by Riot Artist [[Elena 'Hellstern' Bespalova]]) |
Kayn The Path of Shadows 01.jpg|Kayn "The Path Of Shadows" Illustration 1 (by Riot Artist [[Elena 'Hellstern' Bespalova]]) |
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Kayn The Path of Shadows 02.jpg|Kayn and Ashe "The Path Of Shadows" Illustration 2 (by Riot Artist [[Elena 'Hellstern' Bespalova]]) |
Kayn The Path of Shadows 02.jpg|Kayn and Ashe "The Path Of Shadows" Illustration 2 (by Riot Artist [[Elena 'Hellstern' Bespalova]]) |
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Kayn The Path of Shadows 03.jpg|Kayn, Darius and Sion "The Path Of Shadows" Illustration 3 (by Riot Artist [[Elena 'Hellstern' Bespalova]]) |
Kayn The Path of Shadows 03.jpg|Kayn, Darius and Sion "The Path Of Shadows" Illustration 3 (by Riot Artist [[Elena 'Hellstern' Bespalova]]) |
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− | + | Kennen Between Light and Shadows.jpg|Kennen "Between Light and Shadow" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studio]]) |
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+ | Lillia The Garden of Dreaming.jpg|Lillia "The Garden of Dreaming" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studio]]) |
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+ | Master Yi Homecoming.jpg|Master Yi "Homecoming" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Maddie Julyk]]) |
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+ | Master Yi Poetry with a Blade.jpg|Master Yi "Poetry with a Blade" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studio]]) |
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Riven The Exile.jpg|Riven "The Exile" Illustration |
Riven The Exile.jpg|Riven "The Exile" Illustration |
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− | Riven Confessions of a Broken Blade Cover.jpg|Riven "Confession of a Broken Blade" Cover (by Riot Artist [ |
+ | Riven Confessions of a Broken Blade Cover.jpg|Riven "Confession of a Broken Blade" Cover (by Riot Artist [[Rembert Montald]]) |
− | Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade Cover.jpg|Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Cover (by Riot Artist [ |
+ | Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade Cover.jpg|Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Cover (by Riot Artist [[Rembert Montald]]) |
− | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade Cover.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Cover (by Riot Artist [ |
+ | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade Cover.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Cover (by Riot Artist [[Rembert Montald]]) |
− | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 01.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Illustration 1 (by Riot Artist [ |
+ | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 01.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Illustration 1 (by Riot Artist [[Rembert Montald]]) |
− | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 02.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Illustration 2 (by Riot Artist [ |
+ | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 02.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Illustration 2 (by Riot Artist [[Rembert Montald]]) |
− | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 03.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Illustration 3 (by Riot Artist [ |
+ | Riven Yasuo Confessions of a Broken Blade 03.jpg|Riven and Yasuo "Confessions of a Broken Blade" Illustration 3 (by Riot Artist [[Rembert Montald]]) |
− | + | Riven Seams and Scars.jpg|Riven "Seams and Scars" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studio]]) |
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+ | Syndra The Dreaming Pool.jpg|Syndra "The Dreaming Pool" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artist [[Maddie Julyk]]) |
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− | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 01.png|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 1 |
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− | + | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 01.png|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 1 (by Riot Artist [[Eric Canete]]) |
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− | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 02.jpg|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 2 (by Riot Artist [ |
+ | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 02.jpg|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 2 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
− | + | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 03.jpg|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 3 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
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− | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow |
+ | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 04.jpg|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 4 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
− | + | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 05.jpg|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 5 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
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− | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow |
+ | Rakan Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow 06.jpg|Rakan "Nothing Rhymes with Tubebow" Illustration 6 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
− | Xayah |
+ | Rakan Xayah A Piece of Shadow Cake.jpg|Rakan and Xayah "A Piece of Shadow Cake" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studio]]) |
− | Xayah Puboe Prison Break |
+ | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 01.png|Xayah "Puboe Prison Break" Illustration 1 (by Riot Artist [[Eric Canete]]) |
− | + | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 02.jpg|Xayah "Puboe Prison Break" Illustration 2 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
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− | Xayah Puboe Prison Break |
+ | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 03.jpg|Xayah "Puboe Prison Break" Illustration 3 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
− | Xayah Puboe Prison Break |
+ | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 04.jpg|Xayah "Puboe Prison Break" Illustration 4 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
− | + | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 05.jpg|Xayah "Puboe Prison Break" Illustration 5 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
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− | + | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 06.jpg|Xayah "Puboe Prison Break" Illustration 6 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
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+ | Xayah Puboe Prison Break 07.jpg|Xayah "Puboe Prison Break" Illustration 7 (by Riot Artist [[Robert Kim]]) |
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+ | Sett Big Head, Bad News.jpg|Sett "Big Head, Bad News" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists [[Grafit Studio]]) |
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+ | Wukong Fast and Dumb 01.png|Wukong "Fast and Dumb" Illustration (by Riot Artist [[Eric Canete]]) |
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Yasuo The Unforgiven.jpg|Yasuo "The Unforgiven" Illustration |
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“ | ▶️ "We are the children of the First Lands, and we will not be slaves!" |
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Ionia, in original Vastayan nomenclature: The First Lands, is a land of unspoiled beauty and natural magic. Its inhabitants, living in scattered settlements across this massive archipelago, are a spiritual people who seek to live in harmony and balance with the world. There are many orders and sects across Ionia, each following their own (often conflicting) paths and ideals. Self-sufficient and isolationist, Ionia has remained largely neutral in the wars that have ravaged Valoran over the centuries - until it was invaded by Noxus. This brutal conflict and occupation has forced Ionia to reassess its place in the world. How it reacts and the future path Ionia will follow is as of yet undetermined, however, animosity against Noxus has led to militarization and vigilantism. Thirst for the dark arts is on the rise.
Lore
Surrounded by treacherous seas, Ionia is composed of a number of allied provinces scattered across a massive archipelago, known to many as the First Lands. Since Ionian culture has long been shaped by the pursuit of balance in all things, the border between the material and spirit realms tends to be more permeable here, especially in the wild forests and mountains.
Although these lands' enchantments can be fickle, its creatures dangerous and fae, for many centuries most Ionians led lives of plenty. The warrior monasteries, provincial militias—and even Ionia itself—had been enough to protect them.
But that ended twelve years ago, when Noxus attacked the First Lands. The empire's seemingly endless warhosts savaged Ionia, and were only defeated after many years, and at great cost.
Now, Ionia exists in an uneasy peace. Different reactions to the war have divided the region—some groups, such as the Shojin monks or the Kinkou, seek a return to isolationist pacifism, and pastoral traditions. Other more radical factions, such as the Navori Brotherhood and the Order of Shadow, demand a militarization of the land's magic, to create a single, unified nation that can take vengeance on Noxus.
The fate of Ionia hangs in a delicate balance that few are willing to overturn, but all can feel shifting uneasily beneath their feet.
Champions of Ionia
Other Related Champions
- is a celestial who intervened at the Battle of Bard Mountain.
- was a Noxian field commander during the Noxian invasion.
- Lunari in Ionia. is searching for remaining
- Bilgewater pirate who ransacked Temple of the Jagged Knife. is a
- Raikkon and Sudaro in search of the Black Mist and any traces of recent Harrowings. He also later traveled to another Ionian village with his wife to protect its citizens from the Black Mist and help another Sentinel. traveled to
- Marai Tidecaller searching for the Aspect of the Moon in Ionia. is a
- was in Ionia, having been adopted by the Konte family after deserting Noxus and put on trial for the murder of Elder Souma. She was extradited back to Noxus.
- Hirana Monastery during his search for the World Runes. visited the
- Senna traveled to an Ionian village with her husband Lucian to protect its citizens from the Black Mist and help another Sentinel.
- participated in the slaughter of numerous Ionian citizens during the Noxian invasion.
- Buvelle House of Demacia. was born in Ionia and resided in an orphanage before being adopted by
- visited Ionia in the past.
- participated in the slaughter of numerous Ionian citizens during the Noxian invasion, and lost his arm to .
- was brought to Ionia during the Noxian invasion and was later trained under .
- is the vessel for four eternal spirits and defended Ionia during the Noxus invasion.
- came to Ionia in search of a fetter and corrupted .
- was born in Ionia, though he was captured and spent some time as a gladiator in Noxus before being released by Jarvan III.
History
Birth of the Vastaya
The Vastaya's origins can be traced back to a hidden corner of Ionia. The mortals lived in harmony with nature until a race of Titans came from the skies and waged war against them. Most enlightened mortals taken the power of the spirit realm into themselves, becoming the Vastayashai'rei to defeat the Titans. Initial generations of Vastayashai'rei were deathless and held immense magical power. Deciding to live among their mortal kin, their future descendants would start mixing with mortal kin and be known as the Vastaya - a blanket classification for any number of species of chimeric creatures. Over time, the varied offshoots began to settle in different regions and naturally adopted different forms - , , even - according to the creatures which most embodied their strongest characteristics.
Many Vastaya later migrated to faraway lands outside of their original home of Ionia.
Destruction of the God-Willow
- Main article: Green FatherSome of the Vastayashai'rei resided in the sacred grove of Omikayalan, the "Heart of the World". In its center stood the God-Willow. This massive tree, dripping with long gossamer leaves that shimmered with golden-green light, was of immense importance to both human Ionians and the Vastayan people of the continent, who guarded the tree from anyone who wished it harm. Unfortunately, the tree was destroyed by an invading war party from the Freljord, its leader transformed by its natural energy into the being known as , the Green-Father.
The Darkin War
- Main article: The Arrow of Retribution
Warring among themselves, the Darkin destroyed any who stood against them. With his , assassinated enemy commanders and champions, helping the Darkin defeat entire mortal armies with ever greater ease.
Eventually, Varus was cornered by Vastaya moon-stalkers and human mages in service of a golden-armored warrior queen of Valoran. They bound him within his bow, leaving him to howl in impotent rage. By then, the raw, corrupting influence of the Darkin was known, and yet still the queen chose to wield the deadly weapon in the final days of the war, gladly sacrificing herself for a greater victory.
In the months that followed, the queen carried Varus to the First Lands — those that would later be known as Ionia. Now made monstrous by the bow's power, her last act was to command her followers to bury her alive in a lightless well, sunk deep beneath a mountain temple overlooking the village of Pallas.
And there Varus was imprisoned, both by the natural magic of Ionia, and the ritual ministrations of the temple guardians.
The bow remained hidden for centuries, unknown, untouched, and all but forgotten.
The Golden Demon
- Main article: VirtuosoFor years, Ionia's southern mountains were plagued by the infamous “Golden Demon.” Throughout the province of Zhyun, a monster slaughtered scores of travelers and sometimes whole farmsteads, leaving behind twisted displays of corpses. Armed militias searched the forests, towns hired demon hunters - but nothing slowed the beast's grisly work.
In desperation, the Council of Zhyun sent an envoy to beg Kinkou Great Master Kusho for help. Upon hearing of the region's plight, Kusho feigned an excuse for why he couldn't help. But a week later, the master, his son , and star apprentice , disguised themselves as merchants and moved to the province. In secret, they visited the countless families emotionally shattered by the killings, dissected the horrific crime scenes, and looked for possible connections or patterns to the murders.
In time, they journeyed together with their master to track down the infamous Golden Demon. When they finally succeeded in capturing this feared “monster,” it was revealed to be a mere man named Tuula instead.
. The young Zed marched forward with his blades held high, but Kusho stopped him, ordering that Jhin be imprisoned inThough Shen and Zed both thought the killer deserved heavier punishment, Shen accepted his father's decision. He strived to emulate the Eye of Twilight's dispassion, and so found himself failing to console a bitter and resentful Zed.
The First Noxian Invasion
From its formation, the residents of Ionia preferred to pursue personal enlightenment instead of waging constant battles with other nations. The militaristic nation of Noxus saw their "weakness" as an opportunity. Noxian spies began to trade aggressively with the Ionians, traveling through provinces to study its weaknesses and identify critical targets.
Not long after, the warhosts set sail for Ionia as part of the long-planned Noxian invasion.
As the central province of Ionia, the invasion began in Navori, many villages and settlements fell, thousands of Ionians died as their magical artifacts were stolen to extend the life of their crazy emperor.
This aggression forced the religious leader
, known for her peaceful teachings, to fight back. Across Navori, dissenting voices began to band together. A resistance was forming, one that would not rest until Ionia was free once more.The return of Varus
- Main article: Heartlight
Two beast hunters—
and his heartlight, —fought against the first wave at the Temple of Pallas. Though their courage was great and they drove off the attackers, Kai was mortally wounded, and a grief-stricken Val carried him inside, believing the well's forbidden magic could restore him.But the temple held only damnation, and both hunters were consumed by the unleashed power of the Darkin within it. The very matter of their bodies was unraveled and bound together again to craft a new body, a body fit to free from his imprisonment. What emerged from the well was a gestalt creature, pale and inhumanly beautiful, part human and part Darkin. After more than a thousand years, Varus was reborn.
The Order of Shadows
- Main article: Master of Shadows
The hunt for Jhin, left Zed haunted by his murders and he began to struggle in his studies. The rising tensions between Ionia and the imperialistic forces of Noxus only worsened his disillusionment. Many of the provinces were occupied by the enemy. Despite this, the Kinkou focused on maintaining spiritual balance and Kusho refused to fight back.
Zed ventured deep into the temple's hidden catacombs, and there he discovered a black box. Even though he knew it was forbidden, he peered inside. Shadows enveloped Zed's mind, feeding his bitterness with contempt for the weak, and hinting at an ancient, dark magic.
Zed demanded the Kinkou strike at the Noxian invaders with every means at their disposal. When Kusho refused, Zed left the Kinkou Order and their doctrines. He joined the growing resistance at Navori and raised a following of warriors to resist Noxus. Any soul who threatened his homeland, or stood idle in its defense, was marked for death without mercy—including native vastaya who wavered in their allegiance. Zed urged his followers to embrace the fervor of war, but he realized his own abilities would never match his ambitions without the black box.
Amassing his new acolytes, he returned to the Kinkou temple, where Kusho implored his former pupil to renounce the shadows in favor of a more balanced path. Zed answered bringing in one hand, the black box—and in the other, his freshly bloodied blade.
The Kinkou fell in droves as Zed's warriors cut them down. He then claimed the temple for himself, establishing his Order of Shadow, and began training his acolytes in the ways of darkness. They etched their flesh with shadowy tattoos, learning to fight alongside shrouded reflections of themselves.
Far from home, Shen felt an imbalance within the Kinkou Order—rushing back, he came upon the survivors of the bloody coup. Repressing his anguish against Zed, he led the remnants of the Kinkou to safety in the mountains. Shen took up his father's spirit blade, as well as the title of Eye of Twilight. Following the core tenets, he began to recruit and train others, hoping to rebuild the Kinkou Order.
Though Zed did not reconcile with Shen and the remaining Kinkou, now scattered throughout the provinces, they reached an uneasy accord in the aftermath of the war.
The Battle of Bard Mountain
- Main article: Bard Mountain (Video)
Noxian troops tried to capture Bard Mountain and obtain a valuable magical artifact kept by the locals. During the battle, the village sage was tasked with taking the artifact to one of the Celestial shrines on the top of the mountain. The Noxians mortally wounded him with arrows before he could reach the shrine. But as his last act of defiance, he used the artifact to strike his would-be-killer, obliterating him and slicing a nearby peak in half. This misuse of the artifact's power had drawn the attention of a
, who promptly intervened in the event. He retrieved the artifact and took it away from the mortal plane before the Noxians and Ionians could use its power for war.Battle of the Placidium
- Main article: Blade Dancer
At one of the most important points of the war, a warhost lead by
, captured the Placidium and took its defenders hostage, hoping to lure the inevitable reinforcements into a trap, but a 14-year-old girl named unleashed the power of Ionia ancient dances, and though it, the power of Ionia itself at the Noxians. A dozen of Swain's veterans fell, sowing chaos in their ranks as the other captives joined her before she struck down the general himself—the sight of this rebellious girl hefting his severed arm over her head would be the turning point of the war.The growing resistance was led by Irelia for almost 3 years of war, but as Ionia united on resistance, Noxus doubled their war efforts, children were sent as foot soldiers, trying to exploit Ionian mercy and Chemtech bombs bought from an infamous
bombarded both Ionians and Noxians.Those Chemtech bombs had gruesome effects on the land. Perhaps the place where those consequences are most notable is the Wuju village, where rumors of a
raised Noxian attention. In a single night, the entire village was destroyed, its people and culture obliterated by chemical fire. Even now, years after the end of the war, nothing can grow on this land and the souls of those who died on that horrible night lay trapped by the corrupted magics of their own land.Toward the end of the war, the resistance once lead by Irelia eventually split into different military groups, including the Navori Brotherhood, an extremist group who believes Ionia should unite and militarize itself, teaching all nations to fear Ionia. The Navori Brotherhood is one of many groups at constant civil war in Ionia, fighting each other almost as bitterly as they fought the Noxians.
After almost three years of grueling battle since the Battle of the Placidium, Irelia triumphed over the killer of her family, Admiral Duqual, at Dalu Bay. She left the leadership of the resistance and shortly after the Noxian warbands retreated from Ionia due to power shifts on their own land...
The Dreaming Pool
- Main article: The Dreaming Pool
Many years have passed since the Noxian-Ionian War, in which both sides never achieved complete victory. While Ionians were able to repel further Noxian invaders from the heartland, Noxus still retained a few coastal territories. Among these was the island of Fae'lor, governed by a vastayan turncoat named Kalan.
Several Ionians that once called this island their home infiltrated its Noxian fort - formerly a monastery - in the hopes of reaching Dael'eh Ahira, the Dreaming Pool, and kill the immensely powerful
who was imprisoned inside decades before. She was being guarded by Noxian forces, who the Ionians feared would accidentally release her and her power.Their mission proved unsuccessful. Syndra was released, and Fae'lor was all but destroyed, its fortress lifted from the ground by the now freed
into the sky and moved northward to an unknown location.The Second Noxian Invasion
- Main article: AwakenIn a near future, Noxus will start its second attempt to conqueror Ionia, with joining the cause. They are met with resistance leaded by in a seaside village. Sion manages to overpower Irelia while the Noxian army is decimating Ionian farmers, but the arrival of , , and ultimately turns the tide of the battle.
Locations
Ionia is a large archipelago located off the east coast of Valoran. The currently well-known locations encompassing Ionia are:
Ionia Island
The main island of Ionia is split by a mountain range into two regions, Navori and Shon-Xan. It is also the location of the Ionian Capital, The Placidium, and Vlonqo.
Located on Ionia, the province of Navori spans the western half of Ionia and is home to various villages, prestigious schools, sacred magical gardens, and the iconic Placidium of Navori.
- Azure Farms: are a coastal area in Navori region of Ionia.
- Garden of Forgetting: The garden may be located here. has visited the garden at least once to erase her troubled memories. Its keeper is Ighilya (Ionian: 'Great grandmother'), also known as the Eater of Secrets, the Forgotten, or the Witch Gardener. The flowers and the fruit of the Garden have deep magical properties that can take away a person's memories or life essence.
- Ionia City: A large city on which Ionians were gathered and harmonized by the magic that is within the First Lands. Magical Quinlons scatter all across the borders. Like any other nations, the Capital is the seat of power for the Ionian Ruling Council whose members include and .
- Omikayalan: known also as the Heart of the World or the Greenglade, is a sacred grove to all Ionians. The vastayashai'rei protected its most important landmark: the God-Willow, a massive tree, dripping with long gossamer leaves that shimmered with golden-green light. During ancient times, a battle between the groves protectors and Freljordian warriors ended with the God-Willow's destruction. The whimpers of countless beasts, the bawling of rivers, the howling of trees and the dripping tears of moss, they lamented the God-Willow's death in a symphony of mourning. Centuries have passed and at the place where the God-Willow once stood, a being known as the emerged with a clear mission and purpose: to protect all life and teach the world's people to respect and appreciate all that is.
- The Placidium of Navori: Situated at the heart of the continent, the Placidium is one of Ionia's most sacred places. Many have journeyed here to study at renowned schools, or meditate in its wild, magical gardens. Many of Ionia's most successful diplomats have spent at least some time studying at the Placidium. Undoubtedly, this was why it became such a tempting target for the invading armies of Noxus. It was at the Placidium that the people of Ionia finally took up arms against their Noxian enemies. But the cost of that day's victory was immense, and some now question if fighting back was the right decision, since the harmonious balance of their homeland may have been lost forever.
- Thanze: A city located in Southeastern Navori, it was ravaged by the Noxian Invasion of Ionia. The Navori Brotherhood and Zed's Shadow Order defended this city and its inhabitants.
- Temple of Koeshin: Located in Northwestern Navori, it is presumably the main headquarters of the Kinkou Order during the time of Master . The White Cliffs Inn, located closely to the Temple. is the place where and first met after decades in order to find .
- Temple of Thanjuul: Located in Southeastern Navori, it is the Kinkou Order temple of Navori during the time of Master Kusho. During the siege of Thanze, Zed and his acolytes came for the Tears of The Shadow. Currently the Temple is controlled by the Shadow Order.
- Weh'le: Weh'le is a phantom port, a hidden coastal village, protected by the mystical properties of Ionia. Akali is a frequent visitor to the village, where she gets additions to her impressive dragon tattoo - and assassinates betrayers of Ionia seeking to flee the archipelago.
- Weh'le Market: One of the more important locations in Weh'le, during the Spirit Blossom Festival it is filled with entertainers.
- Weh'le River: Located next to the city. This small river holds great importance during the Spirit Blossom Festival, where numerous spirit blossoms bloom on its banks. Several shrines and titanic statues are scattered across the banks of the river. It is this place where and fought an azakana demon.
- Yasuo's Village: A place once ravaged by the Noxian invasion, it was once the location where warriors would learn rare Wind Techniques from masters like Elder Souma. It is the current residence of .
Shon-Xan
Not much is known about Shon-Xan, the eastern region of Ionia Island, though it is presumably the origin of one of
favorite weapons, the Shon-Xan footed glaive.- Puboe: A human town that was the center of a few recent events. and freed several vastaya from a prison here, and was assigned to kill a corrupt councilman who sold the town out to Noxus, though the murder did not actually occur in Puboe.
- Puboe Prison: Previously controlled by Shadow Order disciples, the Prison was used to imprison numerous vastaya.
- Temple of Xuanain: The village Xuanain is located in the southeastern part of Shon-Xan. It is located near a Kinkou Temple which was abandoned long ago until it became the new base of operation for the order after the death of Master Kusho during the Noxian invasion of Ionia. East of Thanjuul, high up in the mountains where glacial water ran. It was beside a lagoon of turquoise water, peppered with purple lantern florae. Although they were near the village of Xuanain, their haven was difficult to access, with its great elevation and surrounding hills.
- Vlonqo: A remote mountain town in southern part of Sho-Xan region of Ionia. Vlonqo Flowers are highly sought after by Weh'le tattoo artists.
Fae'lor
Fae'lor is a small island to the west of the main island of Ionia. It is the location of the Dael'eh Ahira, the Dreaming Pool, which previously imprisoned
. Its famous monastery school was converted into a Noxian fort during the invasion. The island has since been stripped bare by Syndra's power, and the fort ripped free of its foundations.- Fae'lor Castle: The fortress of Fae'lor was built upon the westernmost island of Ionia. Highly defensible, this place had remained for centuries, standing against countless foes, before being finally overrun after a long siege during the Noxian invasion. Its famous monastery school was converted into a Noxian fort during the invasion.
- Dael'eh Ahira Pool: Dael'eh Ahira, or the Dreaming Pool, a spiritually magical pool that previously imprisoned . Currently it imprisons a vastaya named Kalan.
Bahrl
Bahrl is an island in the central part of the chain, south of the main island of Ionia. The villages of Tevasa and Wuju are located here, as is the Epool River, where found .
- Epool River: It is located in the southern part of Bahrl island in Ionia. It is the place where found .
- Tevasa: It is located on the north side of the island region of Bahrl. At the footholds of the mountain, there is a small peaceful village with approximately hundred people. During the Noxian invasion of Ionia, pillaging Noxian soldiers were defeated by the hands of who grew attached to all the villagers and had a desire to protect them from harm.
- Urvash: A coastal settlement located in southern part of Bahrl island of Ionia.
- Wuju: Located on Bahrl, it is the birthplace of and the art of Wuju. It has since been destroyed during the Noxian Invasion of Ionia.
Bard Mountain
Possibly is located somewhere in Ionia. It was the site of a battle over an ancient artifact that resulted in the appearance of
.Houhjo
The Houhjo are an Ionian human tribe that occupy the two southernmost islands of the Ionian Archipelago, Galrin and Sudaro. The Houhjo's culture is centred around their custodial duties within The Temple of Pallas, which fell into disrepair after the Noxian invasion detailed in the comic, Heartlight, as well as the subsequent emergence of the Darkin, . Little is known of this island nation other than its involvement in Varus' backstory.
- Galrin: One of two islands in the region of Houhjo (the other being Sudaro), located near the southern tip of the Ionian Archipelago island chain.
- Ghetu Sea: The Ghetu Sea is a desert located at the center of the Galrin island of Ionia.
- Nistaram Forest: Nistaram Forest is located on the northernwest tip of Galrin island of Ionia. It is a day away from Pallas by horseback. This forest is rich with biodiversity, having numerous dangerous monsters and plants. Professional hunters are often enlisted to hunt down dangerous creatures that pose a threat to neighboring towns and villages.
- Pallas: The ancient village Pallas was established upon the coastal shores. The inhabitants of this village have forgotten much of their long history, but their duty as custodians to the Temple of Pallas was never abandoned - until Noxus arrived.
- Temple of Pallas: Aeons ago a gold-armored figure arrived upon the western shore of Ionia, bringing with her an insatiable device. Here she imprisoned a bow within a deep chasm and sealed it off using the natural magic from the Ionian landscape. The nearby settlement was tasked with maintaining the seals as what lurked inside was powerful enough to break its bonds and eventually be unleashed. Erecting a grand temple around the chasm, the villagers rarely wavered from this task, despite its purpose being entirely forgotten. Kobayashi was the Temples leader during the Battle of Pallas, where she was later slaughtered by Noxian soldiers. sought refuge in the water-filled chasm when Noxian forces attacked Pallas, and the darkin Varus was released. Master
- Sudaro: A small island at the southern tip of the Ionian Archipelago. It is part of Houhjo region along with Galrin.
Oulin, Qaelin, and Ralin
These islands make up a small cluster in the northeastern part of the archipelago. Hirana Monastery is located on Ralin.
- Hirana Monastery: The monks of Hirana Monastery are renowned for self-control. and defended this place.
- Lhotlan Village: Deep within the Lhradi Forest of Qaelin live the endangered Lhotlan vastaya, whose most prominent members are and .
- Qaelin Highlands: The mountainous regions of Qaelin which span from the north to the south of the island.
- Jiekkasja: A settlement and region located in the Southern Qaelin Highlands.
- Quenjo Estate: The current location of House Quenjo and the Lady Yevnai. visited this place in order to find the current whereabouts of during his search for .
- Jiekkasja: A settlement and region located in the Southern Qaelin Highlands.
Zhyun
A mountainous island in the south of the Ionian archipelago, it was previously plagued by the infamous
. Before the Invasion of Ionia, Zhyun was known to have its own council.- Kashuri: It is a coastal settlement located at the southern part of Zhyun island of Ionia.
- Kashuri Armories: The armories forged traditional weapons for a long time, mostly swords and bows. The war against Noxus changed that, and they began making poor copies of Piltover's hextech weapons. Now they have been 'inspired' to make new weapons harnessing the abundant magic in Ionia, like pistol-rifle.
- Nanthee: A settlement located in Southern Zhyun, it is where a disguised went in search for after his return. It was heavily destroyed by Jhin's bombs which he used for his escape to Piltover.
- Raikkon: A coastal settlement in the southern tip of Zhyun island of Ionia. Its native berries are used for creating quality tattoo ink mixture. was born here.
- Swirl Rocks: A unique rock formation located in the northern part of Zhyun island of Ionia.
- Temple of the Jagged Knife: Located in the island province of Zhyun, it is controlled by Order of Shadows. It was previously ransacked by and his pirate crew.
- Tuula: A city located in the southern mountainous province of Zhyun. was initially imprisoned here by Kusho, , and .
- Tuula Prison: A highly fortified prison for one of the worst criminals in Ionia. It is the place where was imprisoned for years before being released by corrupt Ionian politicians.
- Zhyun Highlands: The mountainous regions of Zhyun which span from the north to the south of the island.
- Ghajan River: Located in Southern Zhyun, the Ghajan river is the area where Kusho, and finally captured .
- Jyom Pass: A fishing settlement located on the banks of the Ghajan River. This was where was captured by Kusho, , and . There is a Blossom Festival held here.
- Holn: Located in the Southern Zhyun Highlands. The Holn Mountain Road had the statue of Master Kusho, the former leader of the Kinkou Order who banished a local demon, The Zogao. It is also the location where defeated and killed Master Althon.
- Kotha: A village settlement in the Southern Zhyun Highlands, it was destroyed and most of its inhabitants brutally murdered by during his early years as a serial killer. It is also the location where Kusho, and first witnessed brutality. The village remains in ruins to this day.
- Olgathee Forest: Located in the Zhyun Highlands, it is the place where banished a demon which terrorized the surrounding areas.
- Temple of Raishai: The Village of Raishai is located in the southern part of Zhyun. The Raishai acolytes had been among the Kinkou order's most faithful, supporting the edict of pacifism during the Noxian Invasion of without question. The turmoils of the war lead to deep spiritual unrest in this area, which attracted evil spirits. It was only with the help of that this evil was dispelled.
- Shual: A settlement located in Southern Zhyun Highlands, it is one the locations where and went to in search for after his return.
- Sotka River: A river that originates from the Southern Highlands of Zhyun. Near Kotha it is one of the places where was searching for after his return. A Local Blossom Festival was ravaged by Jhin's bombs used by him for his escape.
- Thonx: A settlement located in the Zhyun Highlands, its river caverns have numerous taverns and fishermen buildings.
- Kwol Tavern: A river side tavern located at the outskirts of Thonx, it is the place where Shadow Order have started their search for . and his
- Ghajan River: Located in Southern Zhyun, the Ghajan river is the area where Kusho, and finally captured .
- Zhyunia: A coastal settlement located on Zhyun island of Ionia.
Wildlife
The people of Ionia's many provinces have always seen themselves as part of the natural world, and adapted their ways to live alongside all manner of fantastical flora and fauna. To outsiders, such a close relationship may appear strange, but it is through this interdependence that both the land and its inhabitants have thrived for countless generations.
Bahrl Jays
Bahrl Jays are an avian species native to the Ionian island region of Bahrl. They are quite active during the morning and they have melodic song like chirps.
Cloud Drinkers
Cloud Drinkers are large fish-like creatures that originate from Ionia. Their unique features are their long fins that are used as wings. These white scaled creatures live in high altitudes, consuming nutrients from the clouds. Its songs could be heard from the villages. Long, low waves of sound rippling from sky to hillside, each as formless and strange as the afternoon clouds.
Dragons
- Main article: Dragons
Winged, elemental-breathing reptiles that can reach near-giant sizes over their long, long lifespans, they are the indisputable ruler of the skies. Both fearsome and majestic, dragons have a society that revolves around strength and might and because of their egoistic and narcissistic pride, mixing their blood with that of races outside of dragonkind are seen as an abomination, a cancer that must be eradicated utterly. Many dragons persecute such defiled creations and their perpetrators to no end, a thing that
, the Half-Dragon, found out firsthand. According to , Ionia has over 200 different species of talking dragons. Those who study these dragons speak of ancient, elemental runes split between the bloodlines. Empyreans are a breed of wingless wind dragons of Ionia that reside above the clouds, constantly moving with the wind.Dreaming Tree
The Dreaming Tree grew from a seed of the God-Willow, which towered over the ancient grove of Omikayalan. Cast loose when the God-Willow was tragically felled, the seed took root in what came to be known as the Garden of Forgetting. Nurtured by the Green Father, —as many of the descendants of Omikayalan were—the Dreaming Tree spiraled up, spreading the magic of humanity's desires each time the dream-laden buds bloomed.
Ghost-Willow
One of the oldest magical trees in Ionia, it was destroyed by
when she was a child.God-Willow
One of the oldest magical trees in Ionia, it was destroyed centuries ago by Ivern the Cruel, who absorbed its power and became the
.Herald of Spring
Herald of Spring is a mythical creature that resides in Shon-Xan of Ionia. A Stag like being, it has the ability to bring new life and bring the end of winter.
Ionian Citrus Fruit
“ | ▶️ "This from Ionia. No seeds!" |
— 6 Citrus Courier | |
Ionia have their own Citrus fruit, likely similar to a real-world Orange, that is completely seedless. Nothing is known about how it reproduces. How similar these fruit's evolution and genetics are to real world citrus fruit is unknown.
Jeweled Protectors
The Jeweled Protectors are giant mythical winged carnivores of Ionia with a mix of tiger and lion features. Protectors are born wingless and without manes until a certain age when they grow their manes while their wings grow out from their backs. Their other noticeable features are their two tails and gems embedded along their spines and forehead that glow with a mysterious power.
Kiwas
Kiwas are a type of fruit that can be found on Zhyun of Ionia. Its sweetness is said to help soak solemness whenever someone is too melancholy.
Luonn Kon
Luonn Kon are giant spirit animals located in Ionia. They take the appearance of massive stone golems and are often benevolent in nature. Some of them assist local inhabitants in creating makeshift dams.
Poros
- Main article: Poro
Howling Abyss. Poros are equal parts truth, valor, and innocence. The colour of their fur is described as “very light blue, like Freljordian snow”. They have a heart-shaped underbelly because they're made of love. A poro's horns perk up when it's excited and droop down when it's scared. Poros paddle through deep snow with their front paws. Some believe that poros are indestructible. Poros stick their tongue out because they are incredibly warm. This is why they can survive the harsh cold environment of the Howling Abyss. are frosted with Freljordian ice crystals and are a favourite treat of this creature. The leader of the Poros is known as the .
are an are the mysterious, magical, and most-loved creatures originating from theThere is at least one Poro found in Ionia. They were so inspired by 9 Minah Swiftfoot that they have started defending Ionian roads from the Navori Brotherhood.
Raikkon Berries
Raikkon Berries are a type of flora native to Raikkon on the island of Zhyun, these berries along with the enchanted flower petals from Vlonqo are used by tattoo artist of Weh'le as tattoo ink mixture.
Sapphire Roses
Sapphire Roses are a type of rose native to Ionia. Some merchants have adapted them to the robust Kumangra soil. Sold in the markets of Kumangra, their distinct sent is heavily sought after by flower collectors.
Scaled Snapper
Scaled Snappers are giant turtle-like lizard creatures that reside in Ionia. One of the oldest inhabitants of the Greenglade, they have withstood the test of time through constant adaptation.
Serpentleaf
Serpentleaf is a type of predatory flower native to the Nistaram Forest of Galrin. Serpentleaf poultice, if properly made, is used as an effective healing agent that dulls the pain but not the mind. If the flower isn't picked properly, its leaves are poisonous. The flowers lure insects with its scent and color. Some animals have adapted an immunity to the flowers poisons, eating it from the inside when its leaves close.
Sun Apples
Sun apples are a common type of tree located in Ionia. Its fruit can warm a person and even tan a person's entire body.
Vlonqo Flowers
Vlonqo Flowers are a type of flower endemic to the southern faces of the Vlonqo cliffs. Their enchanted flower petals along with Raikkon berries of Raikkon are used by tattoo artist of Weh'le as tattoo ink mixture.
Vulkodalk
Vulkodalk is native to the Nistaram Forest of Galrin. This terrifying predator is a theropod-type creature with eight eyes on each side of its head, a large horn atop the snout, and a maw with multiple rows of pointed teeth.
Windfarers
Windfarers are mythical creatures of Ionia's cliffsides. Their unique aspects are their mixed avian and feline features, having cat-like heads and bodies while having avian feet and wings. Their fur is of different shades of white while their feathers of different shades of grey. Windfarers lay eggs like birds and their young hatch during the beginning of the Ionian spring.
Worax
These herd animals are described as goat-like buffalo. Pregnant Worax are considered to be quite noisy.
Xaolans
Xaolan trees, known for their gossamer flowers, is a type of tree from Zhyun in Ionia which leafs and flower petals are used to create white tea.
Zephyr Sage
Zephyr Sage is a mythical avian creature that resides somewhere in Ionia. The unique features of this giant being is his emerald green, brown, and white feathers. It is believed that this creature is a wise sage that is able to aid people in their quests.
The people of Ionia's many provinces have always seen themselves as part of the natural world, and adapted their ways to live alongside all manner of fantastical flora and fauna. To outsiders, such a close relationship may appear strange, but it is through this interdependence that both the land and its inhabitants have thrived for countless generations.
Lighted Lilies
Lighted Lilies are a type of aquatic flora native to Ionia, such as the Lake of Lighted Lilies. The unique feature of these pond lilies is their ability to produce light from the head of the flower.
Rivers of Grass
Quite literal rivers of grass, flow and move with the tides of magic. Landfishers, if intinued with the magic of the landscape, can cultivate and collect all the grains and fruits that grow in these areas.
Yellow Crabs
Located near the coastal Azure Farms of Ionia Island, these specific crabs are attuned to the spiritual energies of the area. At certain times of the year, people might give offerings and gifts to the local sea spirits. If those offerings are appreciated, thousands of yellow crabs might walk onto the beaches and just wait to be captured later in the year.
Culture
The Ionian continent is a haven for those who seek spiritual evolution and enlightenment. Magic suffuses every part of Ionia—its people, its history, and most of all the land itself. All aspects of life there hang in a balance, with still so much left to be discovered and explored. Those who call this vast continent home strive to find harmony among the diverse races and habitats, far older than most others on Runeterra. While populated primarily by humans and vastaya, some yordles and other beings also make Ionia their home. There are many spiritual centers and schools of enlightenment in Ionia, though they might not always agree about important questions. Such pursuits leave little time for thoughts of imperialism; the Ionians have historically been extremely peaceful by nature. That does not mean, however, that they are helpless or unable to defend themselves.
It is certain Ionia has a much longer and richer history than any living soul could claim to know. Indeed, in the more remote mountain passes, the landscape is still littered with evidence of great wars from ages past—but instead of clearing the ruins, the Ionians choose to respect what remains, even if they no longer fully understand what it represents.
The Path To Enlightenment
While it is true that harmony is sought by most in Ionia, few are so far along this path as to be considered truly enlightened beings. Their ideals are lofty, but not all can live up to them, and Ionians can be just as driven by hate, lust, anger, and love as any Runeterran. From Hirana to the Placidium of Navori, there are places of sanctuary open to those trying to better understand themselves.
Ionia is home to many human languages & dialects, though the Zhyun dialect is the most-spoken of the Ionian dialect chain, possibly descending from the ancient Ionian language still used by to chant her mantras. It's unknown if and speaks another dialect from the same dialect chain or a completely different language.
- Ionian kinship terms:
(PIE-based?[1])- Anar - "Brother" (cf. *ɐnḗr "man")
- Dyeda - "Daughter" (cf. *dʰugɐtḗr "suckling")
- Erzai - "Son" (cf. *wérsēn ~ *r̩sḗn "man")
- Emai - "Mother" (cf. *(x)am- baby word)
- Faʔir - "Father" (cf. *pɐtḗr "protector ~ provider")
- Svasa - "Sister" (cf. *swésōr "same-blooded")
- O-fa - "Grandfather" (also to address an elderly man)
- O-ma - "Grandmother" (also to address an elderly woman)
- language:
- Other:
- Jhin - Golden Excellence.
- - Gatekeeper.
- Kobayashi (小林) - Small Forest (possibly from Yasuo's language)
- Nargui - No One.
- Rakhsasum - Collector.
- - Destruction (?).
Apart from the human languages on Ionia, there is also the Vastayan language, one of whose various dialects is Baraashi, as spoken by Lhotlan's tribe-members [2]
(Baraashi used elements of the Finnish & Arabic languages as its basis)
- Vastaya Baraashi dialect (Lhotlan Tribe)
- Baasi - I (future tense).
- Eli, Ella - Love (masculine, feminine).
- Example of a Vastayan conversation.
- Faash - They (present tense).
- Ighilya - Great Grandmother.
- Iminha - Little One.
- Mi - My.
- Mieli, Miella - My Love (masculine, feminine).
- ▶️ Mu'takl - A slang for "Blood traitor".
- Na - To not be.
- Om - Magic.
- Ouulavaash - Farewell.
- Soura - To Gather.
- ▶️ Taitah be tervaash - Rest in peace/well.
- Tann - Here.
- Va'h - To be (present tense).
- Vastaya - Vastaya (the people).
- Vi - Wild.
- Vi-om - Wild-magic.
Architecture
Ionia's millennia of isolation has meant that this balance-attuned culture placed a high value on keeping up healthy traditions. These customs and attitude often manifest in Ionian architecture. The structures built here are characterized by a sense of natural flow and grace, aspiring to reflect the ethereal beauty of the land. Also, grand, open spaces ensure that one is never fully divorced from what organically existed there before.
- Farms: Living in harmony with the land means that form tends to follow nature. Farms and villages sit gracefully within the environment. Their floors, doors, and walls echoing the rise and fall of the earth and sky.
- Living Housing: Unlike houses in places such as Demacia, where people would cut down trees, turn them into planks and then nail them together into houses, Ionians respect nature. They do not want to upset the local tree spirits. Doing so would have negative repercussions for them, their families, and further generations. Instead they would hire local woodweavers, who would try and convince the trees to grow in house-like shapes most beneficial for the future occupants. However, due to it being living housing, the tree branches can grow and move, sometimes seemingly over night due to natural magic of the trees.
- Rooftop Garden: Ionian architecture often includes organically curved tiled or shingled roofs. Here, branches extend outward from the trees within this building.
- Temples: Some temple houses in the highland valleys are shaped into the rocky hillsides, with living whipwillows serving as archways and support columns. The transitions between the walls and other elements of these sacred buildings are smooth to the touch, with few hard edges or corners.
- Quinlons: The magical filters and damns used by humans scattered. They are made from a circle of rotating massive rocks, orbiting around each other, floating in the sky, existing as great wards that contain ancient enchantments, which hold back and limit the natural magic of the land to more favourable and helpful magic to humans. This in turn affect the Vastayan livelihood due to their dependence on magic. and his Shadow Order use them to create their ichor which is used to channel Shadow magic.[3]
Clothing
Ionian clothing comes in various shapes, sizes, coloring, and designs as diverse as its people. Due to easy access to various flora and fauna, Ionian clothing incorporates rich patterns and colors inspired by the surrounding nature. The Lhotlan vastaya use the heads and feathers of Raptors as ornate accessories, while other Vastaya use large insect wings and flowers in their clothing. People of higher standing tend to have clothing with rich patterns and accessories, with large ornate decorative headdresses and shoulder pauldrons. Those of lower standings such as farmers and villagers have more earthy and practical garments. Some Ionian orders and other organizations have their own unique clothing laws and traditions.
- Tattoos: Tattoos are a common with Ionian youth such as those found on Weh'le. has a traditional design of an Ionian Dragon etched on her back, while has hers going across her right leg.
Demonic Compendium
A fragment of esoteric lore, discovered after the attack on the Noxian fortress at Fae'lor. The author(s) and provenance are unknown.
The compendium shows several types of demons that branch out from three root branches, the primary one being Fear. The types of demons that spawn from Fear are: Nightmare, Secrets (which further branches out to Obsession), and Delirium (which further branches out to Bliss and Frenzy), and currently unknown brances. Nine inscriptions of what are likely names of demons all point towards "Azakana". Around the branches, several images can be seen, such as the image of Raum, Fiddlestick's keys, and an image showing 10 circles.
The inscription is written in a currently unknown language, possibly connected to Ochnun or the Noxian writing system, as it was found in a Noxian stronghold.
Tools
- Boats: Ionian boats much as their architecture has a more elegant design. Made out of dead or fallen tree branches, leaves, and/or other floral parts the boats can also vary in shapes and sizes depending on the need of the users.
- Farming Equipment: Ionian farming equipment is mostly crafted from dead or fallen tree branches roped together with a metal head in various shapes depending on the need of the users. Carts, wheels, and other farming objects are made of easily bending dead tree branches and vines which are then shaped, stitched, and connected into desired shapes.
- Tellstones: A variant of Tellstones called "King's Gambit" is played in Demacia. It is named after a Demacian King Santon the Great. King Santon of Demacia avoided civil war with a game of Tellstones, saving thousands of lives. Despite the game's popularity across Runeterra, no one seems to know where Tellstones originated. There is a variant of Tellstones played by the Dauntless Vanguard and they use it to settle disputes within the ranks.
Spirit Gods and Folklore Spirits
Spirit Gods that originate from Ionia are tied to nature and are often seen as the guardians of Ionia's forests, including its Spirit Trees, which are venerated in a similar fashion.
Ionian folklore is rich with many stories of benevolent or trickster spirits, jealous demons, and tragic characters. These spirits have interacted with mortals during the Spirit Blossom festival, when the veil between the Spirit Realm and Physical Realm are thin. Some of these spirits related to the festival are even known beyond Ionia (e.g. is the same with an Ionian interpretation), however, it is unclear just how many of these most of these spirits are worshiped or venerated enough to be classified as spirit gods.
Ionian Afterlife
- For more information, see Spirit Blossom.
While Ionians venerate numerous spirit deities, such as the Taker), the Gatekeeper and the Collector are one of the more important ones for the Ionian afterlife. The Gatekeeper, a white fox with a shimmering nine-tails, represents a capricious, whimsical spirit who sees the fate of the living as a game of chase, she offers the chance for souls to find their final rest but will not intervene if they stray from the path. If a person strays from the path of the Gatekeeper, they may end up being taken by other spirits or demons in the afterlife, one of which is the Collector. Jealous of the Gatekeeper, the Collector is a demon who haunts the spiritual afterlife as a supreme collector of souls, tempting the dead away from their path to salvation until they are trapped for eternity within their own memories. Warriors that are not able to move on from the events of their lives are the most susceptible by the demons lure, such as the elder brother from Ionian myths that took this path.
(known asThe famed Spirit of Salvation, and the fox all mortals are beckoned towards when their souls arrive to the spirit realm.
Saga of the First Lands
The Saga of the First Lands is an Ionian legend retelling the tales of the mythical guardians of the lands.
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Harvest Festival
Most Ionian settlements have their own way of celibrating a harvest festival. In Vlonqo, musicians, singers and dancers perform in front of the townsfolk to give thanks for another year of bountiful harvest. , a Lhotlan vastaya, sang old vastayan songs during one of Vlonqos harvest festivals.
Spirit Blossom Festival
The Spirit Blossom Festival is an ancient and celebrated time in Ionia, when the door to the spirit world is opened, the dead return to their loved ones, and spirits of all manner turn their eyes towards the living. From the benevolent Kanmei, to the obsessive Akana—their stories play out again and again, like shadows on a paper lantern. Painters, musicians, calligraphers and other types of artists showcase their artistry to the public, especially children. When nightfall arrives and the Spirit Blossoms are at full bloom, the festival attendees gather at the nearest temple to release lanterns in the air while also giving respect to their fallen and deceased as well as wish for good fortunes. The war and bloodshed of the Noxian Invasion of Ionia had prevented the blossoming of the flowers, but eventually they have returned along with the festival. Some Noxians that live in or near the Noxian occupied areas of Ionia would also join in the festivity, though their presence is still met with some unease. Before the war, the infamous was finally captured at a Blossom Festival held in Jyom Pass in Zhyun province.Government
Not much is known about Ionia's government currently, but most areas seem to have regional administrations that don't always share philosophies. Each village has its own small council.
Schools of Learning
Ionia is home to countless schools and temples, which train disciplined students in ancient martial arts and esoteric philosophy. Deadly and graceful, these fighters, mages, dancers, and scholars spend years in training, hoping to master their craft and for the pursuit of enlightenment.
Though the birthplace of many specialized forms of martial arts, Ionia maintained no standing armies. Rather, the ways of battle are tied to differing philosophies, passed on with reverence and care. In the northeastern mountains, the monastery of Hirana has long been a sanctuary for those seeking to better understand their connection to the spirit realm.
During and after the Noxian invasion, many of these traditions were shaken. Extreme, hardline interpretations of their former beliefs have become more prevalent as each practitioner struggles to make sense of the world in the aftermath of all they have witnessed.
Hirana Order
The Hirana Monastery is home to many skilled and enlightened monks. Their adepts are some of the most devout proponents of personal harmony within one's self. Though the monks deplore violence, they are not defenseless as they are skilled enough to turn and redirect an opponent's strikes. In an act of selflessness, the monks took in , and taught him how to harness and control his animalistic fury... most of the time. blinded himself in a desperate fury while defending the monastery.
Kinkou Order
The Kinkou are an ancient clan dedicated to the preservation of balance. Order, chaos, light, darkness - all things must exist in perfect harmony for such is the way of the universe. The Order is led by a triumvirate of ninjas - , , and - who uphold its causes in the world and are each entrusted with one of three sacred duties: Watching the Stars, Coursing the Sun, and Pruning the Tree. However, Akali has since left the order to pursue her own path.
The Navori Brotherhood are an ultra-nationalist group established during the Invasion of Noxus. Although they aim to defend their people from foreign attackers, they also aspire to control the continent under one rule, and are willing to attack and kill fellow Ionians who don't align with their vision for Ionia - including .
Shadow Order
The Order of Shadows is a new clan that has dedicated themselves to learning the forbidden art of the shadows and killing anyone who refuses to learn. Their leader,
, rediscovered these ancient techniques and used them to take over the Kinkou Monastery.Shojin Order
The Shojin Monastery is home to peaceful monks that have long practiced the martial arts of inner healing. Through meditation, the monks are capable of rejuvenating from injuries at a heightened rate. Some of these priests can also display acts of incredible willpower, such as suffering through agonizing amounts of pain for weeks without crying out. was raised here.
Wuju Order
The was founded on obtaining absolute spiritual awareness of one's self and one's enemy. , the keeper of this ancient art, descended from one of the few tribes dedicated to the preservation of Wuju. Due to the massacre of his kin, Master Yi is now the last master of his art. He has pledged to keep the Wuju style alive by teaching the art form to other individuals, such as .Relations
Bilgewater
During Noxus' invasion of Ionia, many pirates from Bilgewater sailed to the island nation. For years they ruthlessly pillaged the settlements along the island's coastlines and fought naval battles with Ionian vessels when engaged. Even after the war, many Ionians still feel deep enmity towards Bilgewater due to its denizens' actions.
Demacia
While Demacia campaigned against Noxus's imperial ambitions, it was unable to prevent the disasters that were inflicted on Ionia. It is unclear if Ionians feel animosity towards Demacia as a result. Several key figureheads in Demacian society originate from Ionia, such as
and .Freljord
Not much is known about the current relations between the two nations. The first known interaction between the two cultures ended up with the destruction of the
by a stranded band of Freljordian warriors... but the second was a friendship between and .Noxus
The long planned Noxian invasion to Ionia began under Boram Darkwill orders. Rumors spread of abundant magic flowing from the land, convincing many Noxians to indulge in the conquest, seeking riches beyond their wildest dreams. But Darkwill desired immortality above all, tasking legions to search for anything relevant wherever it could possibly be obtained and annihilating those who stood in their way. In short time the presence of Noxians would increase and turn violent, eventually becoming a full-scale war.
Over the course of the invasion things became an uphill battle, the likes of which Noxians and Ionians had never experienced. As the Ionians fought in defiance, so did the land itself. This Ionian victory at the Great Stand at Navori a decade ago ensured that everyone in Ionia knew the name of
, and looked to her for leadership. Exhausted and nearly defeated, the war would eventually end with ascension to power and most Noxian armies were withdrawn from Ionia. After the defeat of Noxus and the return of most annexed lands, it is unclear of the present political conditions. It is well-known, however, that many Ionians have a vendetta against Noxus.Piltover
Ionia and Piltover have frequent enough trade with each other for relatively small shipping ports like Nanthee having piltover trading ships dock at its ports. Weapons from the city-state are acquired and modified for easy use in spirit magic rich Ionian land.
Shadow Isles
Ionians have suffered under numerous Harrowings enacted by the undead of the Shadow Isles.
Zaun
Zaunite chemists such as
, which the backing of Noxus, were able to commit horrific war crimes during the Noxian invasion of Ionia. Their chemical weapons decimated Ionian lands that have physical and spiritual scars to this day.Trivia
- The name Ionia comes from the Ancient Greek Ἰωνία, after the tribal name Ia(w)ones Ἰά(ϝ)ωνες, with unclear etymology, possibly from:
- The real-life namesake is Ionia, after Ionian Greek colonists, located in Anatolia, now in modern-day Turkey.
- There are also the Ionian Islands located at the western part of modern-day Greece.
- Ionian names are usually derived from Sino-Tibetan, e.g. , , , , etc. with some Berber influences[5]
- Exceptions exist, however: e.g. Indo-European; , , & from Japonic; from Korean, etc. & from
- In Season Nine, the ranked emblems for the League system were redesigned. Ionia represents the emblem for the Platinum rank.
- Ionia's crest resembles Mantle of Decorum.
- Despite the origins of its name, Ionia is inspired by East Asia.
- Ionians practiced sky burials: the deceased's corpses are left to the elements and scavengers, then collected and cleaned by bone washers.[6] This funerary tradition is also practiced in the real world, in parts of China (including Tibet), Bhutan, Mongolia, and India.[7]
- Ionia has over 200 species of talking dragons.[8]
- Ionian prisons are known to be humane.[9] Unless they're run by more extreme factions such as the Order of Shadows.[10]
- Despite Ionia generally having low-tech weapons, their new high-tech weaponry is generally housed in the Kashuri armouries and used by people who have authorization by the regional authorities, such as .
- The serpent-like crest of Ionia features its colors - white, teal green, and honeysuckle.[11]
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See also
References
- ↑ http://www.ling.upenn.edu/~rnoyer/courses/51/PIEKinship.pdf
- ↑ Vastayan Baraashi dialect
- ↑ A Piece of Shadow Cake
- ↑ Beekes, R.S.P. Etymological Dictionary of Greek, p. 594-595, 609
- ↑ https://nexus.leagueoflegends.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/12/Jhin_Namestorm_exvj79ng3h59rqlp70n8.pdf
- ↑ http://leagueoflegends.wikia.com/wiki/Confessions_of_a_Broken_Blade#II
- ↑ https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sky_burial
- ↑ Irelia on talking dragons
- ↑ Jhin Q&A 1
- ↑ [1]
- ↑ Jhin Q&A 2