In the ever-evolving world of League of Legends and its associated games, Teamfight Tactics (TFT) has carved out its unique niche. It began as a supplemental mode to League of Legends but has grown into a distinct entity with its own player base and exclusive champion designs.
One such champion, Kobuko, debuted in TFT alongside Alune, Aphelios’ sister. Despite their intriguing designs, Kobuko and Alune are destined to remain exclusive to TFT, and here’s why.
The Rise of Teamfight Tactics
Initially perceived as an additional game mode within League of Legends, Teamfight Tactics has evolved into a standalone experience with dedicated players. During certain periods, TFT boasts more players than the base game itself. This growth has allowed TFT to introduce unique champion abilities and mechanics that diverge from those found on Summoner’s Rift.
Exclusive TFT Champions
TFT has introduced champions like Ahri and Irelia with abilities tailored specifically for the game mode. Ahri’s area-of-effect ability and Irelia’s dancing blades are examples of mechanics that enhance the TFT experience but wouldn’t translate seamlessly to the standard League of Legends gameplay.
The Introduction of Kobuko and Alune
Following the success of integrating Arcane’s Silco into TFT, Riot Games introduced Alune and Kobuko as exclusive TFT champions. While Alune’s design might align with Summoner’s Rift gameplay, Kobuko’s mechanics and lore make him unsuitable for League of Legends.
Kobuko’s Mechanics and Viability
Kobuko’s unique mechanic involves gaining life based on the amount of gold possessed during a match, offering infinite scaling potential.
This concept contrasts with League of Legends’ item-dependent gameplay, where accumulated gold serves a different purpose. Implementing Kobuko into Summoner’s Rift would pose significant balance challenges due to this mechanic.
Champion Lore and Viability
Beyond mechanics, Kobuko’s lore lacks the depth and intrigue of champions like Alune. Developing a compelling backstory for a cheerful yordle like Kobuko would be challenging within the context of League of Legends‘ narrative universe.
Conclusion: Alune vs. Kobuko
While Alune stands a chance of crossing over to Summoner’s Rift due to her captivating design and potential synergy with Aphelios, Kobuko’s complex mechanics and lore make his entry into League of Legends unlikely.
The TFT team’s creative efforts highlight the game mode’s autonomy within the League of Legends universe, presenting unique challenges and opportunities for champion design.