League of Legends’ arena mode is getting its own set of patch notes, starting with patch 13.15. The purpose of this patch is to balance the game mode and address certain champions’ dominance. The patch also includes changes to items and augments. The patch will go live on August 2, 2023, along with the 13.15 notes for both Teamfight Tactics and the core game in League of Legends. This is the first of potentially several patches intended to balance the arena mode.
Champion Adjustments
When it comes to champion adjustments, there are several notable changes. Akshan’s abilities have been tweaked to increase damage and attack speed. Alistar’s Headbutt ability has reduced Ability Haste, and his Unbreakable Will ability has also reduced Ability Haste. Annie’s summon Tibbers ability has been nerfed by reducing its base HP. Bard’s passive ability now requires fewer chimes to upgrade, and his ability haste has been increased. Blitzcrank’s Rocket Grab ability has increased Ability Haste and AP scaling. Corki’s Package duration has been reduced. Heimerdinger’s turret HP has been reduced, and his Electrostom Grenade ability has reduced Ability Haste. Jax’s Counterstrike ability and Grandmaster at Arms passive have reduced Ability Haste and base damage respectively. K’Sa’s Ntofo Strikes ability has reduced cooldown and increased Ability Haste. Kassadin’s Null Sphere, Nether Blade, and Riftwalk abilities have adjusted damage numbers. Katarina’s Voracity passive has increased AD scaling and cooldown reduction reset. Kayle’s Divine Judgment has reduced Ability Haste and base damage. Kennen’s abilities Thundering Shuriken and Slicing Maelstrom have adjusted damage numbers. Poppy’s Steadfast Presence and Heroic Charge abilities have reduced Ability Haste. Rammus’ abilities Powerball, Defensive Ball Curl, Frenzying Taunt, and Soaring Slam have various adjustments. Wukong’s Crushing Blow ability has reduced base damage, and his Warrior Trickster ability has reduced Ability Haste. Xerath’s Eye of Destruction and Rite of the Arcane abilities have adjusted damage numbers. Yorick’s Shepherd of Souls ability has adjusted spawn time and reduced Ghoul HP. Ziggs’ Satchel Charge and Hexplosive Minefield abilities have various adjustments.
Item and Augment Changes
The patch also includes changes to items and augments. Echoes of Helia, Guardian’s Dirk, Hextech Gunblade, and Staff of Flowing Water have adjusted statistics and effects. The enhancements Earthquake, Naafiri Cameo, Perseverance, and Windspeaker’s Blessing also have various adjustments. These changes aim to create a more balanced and enjoyable experience in the League of Legends arena mode.





