Sotka River

Sotka River
Zed at the Sotka River.
Titles
Alias(es)	Ionian Island River
Sociocultural characteristics
Nation(s)	Ionia
Physical characteristics
General environment(s)	Temperate
Island(s)	Zhyun
Universe(s)	Runeterra Prime

Sotka River originates from the Southern Highlands of Zhyun. Near Kotha, it is one of the places where Zed was searching for Jhin after his return.

Lore

Numerous Vastaya can be seen living peacefully alongside human inhabitants at settlements surrounding the Sotka River.

Related Champions

• Jhin ravaged a local Blossom Festival with bombs used for his escape.
• Zed chased Jhin to the Sotka River, where he lost him.

Culture

• Festivals

Spirit Blossom Festival

Perennial

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 Khada Jhin was finally captured at a Blossom Festival held in Jyom Pass in Zhyun province.

Media

• Music
• Videos
• Gallery

Related Music

Zed, the Master of Shadows - Login Screen

Jhin and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 2 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

Jhin and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 2 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

See Also

• Zed Comic

References

Ionian Archipelago