Riot Games' digital collectible card game inspired byMagic The Gatheringand featuring elements of the fan-favoriteLeague of Legendshas proved popular with players, withLegends of Runeterraproviding lots of great content since its release in 2020. From its impressive visuals and thoughtful design to its accessibility,Legends of Runeterrahas been winning over gamers with well-crafted gameplay and a plethora of interesting expansions and new sets.
There have been plenty of changes and new additions toLegends of Runeterraover the last two years, includingtheDarkin Saga: Awakeningexpansion– a recent update that introduced a new region, new mechanics, cosmetics, and new Champions to the popular card game. The ever-evolvingLegends of Runeterrahas really been packing content into its set-up recently, and the changes that have come with the most recent expansion showcase the exciting future of the spin-off title.
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New Characters And Changes
Riot Games has created a vibrant, expansive worldwith itsLeague of Legendsfranchise, with multiple spin-off games, comics, books, and even a critically acclaimed animated series releasing alongside the original MOBA.Legends of Runeterramarks another successful avenue for the IP, with the card game receiving a warm reception from fans of the franchise and creating a substantive player base since its release. Riot Games has managed to maintain the goodwill of players with frequent updates, changing the shape of the game and adding new elements to keep things interesting.
Legends of Runeterra’sDarkin Saga: Awakeningexpansion is among the more recent changes the developer has made to the collectible card game and has brought with it a large list of additions and updates. The expansion containedfive new Champions, including Kayn and Rhaast, Jax, Ornn, and Master Yi.Darkin Saga: Awakeningalso broughtLegends of Runeterra’s very first exclusive champion, Norra – a friendly old Yordle with a penchant for portals that fans of widerLeague of Legendslore will already be familiar with.
Each Champion has their own unique set of skills and abilities that could help give players the edge, like Master Yi with his useful Quick Attack,The Frejlordian demi-god Ornnwith his powerful Forge triggers, and the Darkin champion Kayn with his multiple forms. The expansion also includes a handful of new Darkin, either ones that players might know from previousLeague of Legendslore or some that might be entirely new to them.
Card Types And Gameplay Updates
Alongside the collection of new characters,Legends of Runeterra’sDarkin Saga: Awakeningexpansionis adding some new card types to switch up play even more. One of the biggest changes is the addition of Equipment cards, which allow players to provide perks or boosts to unit cards during a turn, and then they’ll return to their hand once the unit is destroyed to be used again. Although there’s a once-per-round restriction, this new mechanic could open up play in intriguing ways.
Some of the newer units added in the expansions will also include an Auto-Equip keyword, which means any weapons in the player’s hand or on the field could be automatically equipped to that particular unit. In addition to Auto-Equip, there will also be new keywords in the form of Forge and Improvise, both of which can provide buffs to equipment or units to bring additional advantages. While these changes won’t affectLegends of Runeterra’s gameplayin fundamental ways, they will provide another fun layer for gamers to experiment with.
There’s also the Path of Champions, a set of PvE campaigns for new Champions Jax, Kayn, Ornn, Master Yi, and older ones Veigar, Leona, Diana, and Ashe. These campaigns will add morenarrative aspects to the Championsas players explore their campaigns, as well as more content for them to play through. To tie in with the titular Darkin and the dreaded corruption, some characters will gain alternate Corrupted skins and new Champion Kayn will get two boards, one for his human side and one for his Darkin side, Rhaast. Gamers will be able to also run through three weekly challenges – Starlight Portal, Shadow Portal, or Dark Star Portal – once a week to keep them occupied and gain some additional rewards.
Legends of Runeterrais available now for PC and mobile devices.
