The team from Riot Games is back with the latest League of Legends Dev Update video talking about Locke, skins, Ranked 5s, ARAM, MSI, and some around-game updates. Tune in to join Riot’s Pabro, Meddler, Phlox and Cadmus to learn more.
If you haven’t been following the news, Locke is the next champion coming to League of Legends, a high-burst assassin if you can get the setup right. He will be rolling out in Patch 26.13 on June 24th.
There’ll be a new update to Mayhem in Patch 26.12 that removes the Trait system, but preserves popular Traits in the form of new Augments. Additionally, the devs are working on the planned updates to Mayhem for 2026 and are starting their planning for 2027. Follow the link above to the official blog post that explores the ideas of Traits and Augments in closer details.
Speaking of skins, the devs are experimenting with a new system called ARAM Wardrobe: for 1350 RP, you’ll get access to most Epic tier and lower skins released before 2026 in ARAM and ARAM: Mayhem. You’ll get access to time-limited skins in that category when they’re available in the Shop.
Sinful Shores skins are coming for Hwei, Brand, and a Prestige for LeBlanc in Patch 26.12. After that, Akshan and Locke will be getting High Noon skins, and then Broken Covenant will return for MSI with skins for Aurora, Shen, and Jhin.
Check out the new blog post dedicated to the return of the Ranked 5s.
About League of Legends:
Coming from developer Riot Games, League of Legends is a team-based strategy game where two teams of five powerful champions face off to destroy the other’s base. Choose from over 140 champions to make epic plays, secure kills, and take down towers as you battle your way to victory.
Check out the official site to start playing for free.
