In the ever-evolving realm of League of Legends, champions continually undergo adjustments to maintain game balance. The latest patch 13.24b focuses on Hwei, a champion struggling with low win rates since its introduction.
Hwei’s Ongoing Adjustments
Riot Games, the developer behind League of Legends, has been closely monitoring Hwei’s performance. Despite initial enhancements post-launch, Hwei’s win rate remained concerningly below 40%. This led to further refinements in patch 13.24b, as Riot aims to bolster Hwei’s effectiveness in gameplay.
Understanding Hwei’s Challenges
Riot Phroxzon, a prominent game designer, noted that while Hwei’s late-game capabilities were not problematic, early-game weaknesses needed addressing. The intention is to retain some early-game vulnerability while offering more resilience as the game progresses.
Specific Buffs in Patch 13.24b
Statistic Enhancements
- Health: Increased from 550 to 580
- Mana: Increased from 445 to 480
- Movement Speed: Increased from 325 to 330
Ability Adjustments
- Estanque de Reflejo (WW): Shields are now instantly activated rather than at the end of ability casting. Shield strength increased from 90-170 to 100-200.
- Mirada del Abismo (EW): Painting delay reduced from 0.7 to 0.65 seconds, and shooting delay from 0.35 to 0.3 seconds. The pursuit range extended from 500 to 600, and immobilization duration standardized to 3 seconds.
We're targeting 2 micropatches for 13.24b!
Today (ETA ~4 hours): Arena numbers balance
Tomorrow (ETA ~24 hours): Arena mechanics changes, Summoner's Rift changesArena Strategy:
– We want Arena to have a mix of tactical and strategic depth and decision making
– There should… pic.twitter.com/4mAQUq9ImG— Matt Leung-Harrison (@RiotPhroxzon) December 11, 2023
League of Legends Patch 13.24b
Players should explore the new capabilities of Hwei post-patch, adapting strategies to leverage its enhanced strengths. Keep an eye on future patches for ongoing adjustments to champions, ensuring a dynamic and balanced League of Legends experience.