Patch Preview
Full changelist with specific numbers
The full changelist for Patch 26.5 just dropped. Riot's hitting 11 champions this cycle and we've got every number.
These are the confirmed values from the full preview. Some things can still get pulled before it ships, but the numbers below are what's going to PBE.
Champion Buffs
Champion Nerfs
"Ori, Azir, Neeko, Lethality Varus are some of the strongest outliers in Pro Play currently, and so we're tapping them down"
System Changes
Hubris
"Hubris is looking just generally underpowered It doesn't really have an audience and also doesn't exhibit the same properties that other snowball items like Mejais have (higher winrates because being purchased when snowballing)"
Locket of the Iron Solari
"Bandlepipes is looking pretty strong, especially on second item. Locket is one of its primary competitors so we're giving it a buff on second item by flatting some of the shield value"
How This Plays Out
These are the full confirmed numbers. Riot can still pull changes before the patch ships, but what you see above is what's hitting PBE.
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When does LoL Patch 26.5 come out?
Patch 26.5 is expected to release on the next scheduled patch day, typically on a Wednesday. Check the official League of Legends patch schedule for exact dates.
Which champions are getting buffed in Patch 26.5?
The following champions are receiving buffs in Patch 26.5: Garen, Lee Sin, Lillia, Mel, Nocturne, Volibear.
Which champions are getting nerfed in Patch 26.5?
The following champions are receiving nerfs in Patch 26.5: Kha'Zix, Neeko, Varus, Orianna, Azir.
Is Patch 26.5 a big patch?
Patch 26.5 includes 6 champion buffs and 5 champion nerfs. Check the full breakdown above for details on system changes too.
