League Patch 11.2 brings Viego’s debut, healing adjustments, and champion balance changes
Viego: The Ruined King Arrives
League’s 2021 champion roster begins with the long-anticipated arrival of Viego, the Ruined King, in patch 11.2. This shadowy jungler introduces groundbreaking mechanics that will reshape the meta.
The Ruined King’s unique possession ability allows him to temporarily become champions he helps kill, creating unprecedented strategic possibilities. Early PBE testing shows his kit excels at snowballing advantages through calculated engagements.
Viego’s release coincides with ongoing preseason adjustments, creating a dynamic environment for players to master his abilities. His hybrid assassin/skirmisher playstyle offers:
- High outplay potential with mist-based mobility
- Teamfight dominance through strategic possession timing
- Flexible jungle clearing with adaptive sustain mechanics
Riot GamesViego’s spectral aesthetic and innovative kit make him one of League’s most distinctive releases.
Healing System Adjustments
Patch 11.2 implements crucial healing system refinements following preseason turbulence. Riot targets two key areas:
Drain Tank Nerfs
Champions like Aatrox and Olaf face targeted adjustments to their sustain capabilities. Ravenous Hunter receives significant scaling reductions, decreasing healing per stack from 1.7% (down from 2%). This change particularly impacts:
- Early game survivability for bruisers
- Sustain in extended teamfights
- Dueling potential against burst champions
Enchanter Buffs
Support champions Soraka and Senna receive compensatory buffs to offset item changes. Notable improvements include:
- Senna’s healing ratios increased to 50% AD/40% AP (from 40%/25%)
- Umbral Glaive price reduction improves her early power curve
- Soraka’s Wish (R) cooldown decreased by 20 seconds at rank 1
These changes aim to create healthier healing dynamics while preserving champion identities.
Champion Balance Updates
Patch 11.2 brings targeted adjustments to 18 champions, addressing preseason outliers and underperformers.
Notable Buffs
Several champions receive meaningful quality-of-life improvements:
- Dr. Mundo: HP refund on kill increased to 100% (from 80%)
- Azir: Attack damage per level increased to 3.3 (from 2.88)
- Varus: Chain of Corruption cooldown reduced by 20 seconds at rank 1
- Shaco: Non-kill ghoul spawn chance increased by 6%
Significant Nerfs
Meta dominators face appropriate tuning:
- Darius: Noxian Might bonus AD reduced by 10-25
- Akali: Energy costs increased on key abilities
- Maokai: Base HP reduced by 40
- Elise: Spider form Q damage reduced by 20 at max rank
These changes promote healthier lane matchups and strategic diversity.
Item System Refinements
Riot continues refining the preseason item overhaul with strategic adjustments to Mythic items and support gear.
Tank Mythic Updates
Sunfire Aegis alternatives receive buffs to increase build diversity:
- Frostfire Gauntlet: Cost reduced by 400g
- Turbo Chemtank: Ability Haste increased to 20 (from 15)
- Both items now build from Bami’s Cinder + defensive components
Support Item Changes
Enchanter and tank support items see significant modifications:
- Shurelya’s Battlesong: Gains 40 AP, loses health
- Mikael’s Crucible: Cost reduced by 200g
- Zeke’s Convergence: Armor reduced but gains Ability Haste
These changes aim to create more balanced build paths across roles.
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