With Season 14 nearing its conclusion, League of Legends has introduced Patch 14.23, delivering targeted buffs, nerfs, and adjustments to keep gameplay balanced as we approach the year’s end.
Riot Games has stated that they’re satisfied with the overall game state, so the update focuses on minor but impactful changes across champions, items, and in-game mechanics. Here’s what to expect in the latest patch, set to launch on November 20.
What’s New in Patch 14.23?
Buffs
- Yun Tal – Wild Arrows’ efficiency has been improved.
- Miss Fortune – Changes focus on boosting her reliability.
- Master Yi – Attack speed and critical hit chance adjustments.
- Rammus – Buffed for better durability and crowd control.
- Rengar – Minor adjustments to his cooldowns and attack damage.
Nerfs
- Youmuu’s Ghostblade – Effective only on melee champions, now less useful for ranged.
- The Collector – Adjusted to decrease its effectiveness.
- Teemo, Skarner, Shyvana, and Zac – These champions receive specific nerfs targeting their core abilities.
- Kha’Zix and Kog’Maw – Reduced damage output.
- Caitlyn – Decreased range or damage on basic attacks.
- Tahm Kench (AP build) – Tweaks to mitigate his burst damage potential.
System and Champion Adjustments
Patch 14.23 also includes broader gameplay and champion adjustments that directly impact match mechanics:
- Bounties: In response to player feedback, the bounty system has been adjusted to provide fairer opportunities for comebacks and improved risk/reward dynamics.
- Ambessa: Added in the Arcane-themed content, she receives adjustments to her scaling and early-game potential.
- Aurora: After her high visibility in Worlds, Aurora has been recalibrated to keep her balanced.
- Rell, Jinx, Smolder: Adjusted to refine their strengths and weaknesses.
Full List of Key Patch 14.23 Changes
- Buffed Champions: Yun Tal, Miss Fortune, Master Yi, Rammus, Rengar.
- Nerfed Champions: Caitlyn, Teemo, Skarner, Shyvana, Kha’Zix, Zac, Tahm Kench, Kog’Maw.
- Adjusted Champions and Features: Ambessa, Rell, Aurora, Jinx, Smolder, and the bounty system.
Preparing for Season 15: What’s Next?
With only one patch left before the start of Season 15, Riot Games aims to finish Season 14 on a high note with these carefully considered changes. Patch 14.23 emphasizes minor adjustments, setting up a balanced, fresh start for the next season. Keep an eye out for Patch 14.24 as it prepares to usher in Season 15’s new challenges and surprises.
Conclusion
Patch 14.23 is a streamlined update aimed at smoothing out rough edges, balancing popular champions, and addressing in-game mechanics. Players can look forward to wrapping up Season 14 with a balanced meta as we anticipate the next major update.
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