League of Legends has been around for over a decade, giving the developers plenty of time to introduce hidden surprises and quirky additions to the game. Whether it’s subtle jokes, unique character interactions, or special references, Riot Games has done a great job keeping the game fresh and entertaining for sharp-eyed players.
Many of these easter eggs add a fun layer to the game that both new and experienced players may find surprising. Here are a few easter eggs in League of Legends that might catch you off guard.
League of Legends’ Easter Egg
Trinity Force does ‘tons of damage’
If you’ve been playing League of Legends since its launch in 2009, you might remember the commentator David “Phreak” Turley. Phreak was well-known for his playful antics during Champion Spotlights and patch notes, and one of his most famous lines was about the item Trinity Force.
He would often rave about how it does “tons of damage” in any situation. This phrase became so iconic that Riot decided to immortalize it in the game with this easter egg. Now, if you search for the Mythic item Trinity Force in the shop, you’ll find the phrase “tons of damage” as a keyword associated with it.
This is a nod to Phreak’s catchphrase, adding a fun reference for the longtime League community.
Jimmy Neutron is in League of Legends
You wouldn’t expect to find a reference to a Nickelodeon cartoon in a MOBA, but Riot Games has managed to sneak in a subtle nod to Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius. If you’re a fan of the show, you’ll appreciate this easter egg.
When you type “Jimmy Neutron” into the shop search bar, the item Sheen appears. The reason for this lies in the name of one of Jimmy’s best friends, Sheen Estévez. While the connection may be small and easily missed, it’s enough to give fans of both League of Legends and Jimmy Neutron a good chuckle.
Leona’s weakness is sunglasses
This clever easter egg is a playful jab at Leona, who uses the power of the sun to enhance the damage of her allies through her passive, Sunlight. Any champion wearing sunglasses receives a secret buff that reduces the damage they take from Sunlight by one point.
This works on champions with default skins, like Vayne, but it also includes specific skins like Commando Garen and Surfer Singed.
Caitlyn and Vi’s police buff
Caitlyn and Vi share a special easter egg that ties into their roles as police officers. When both champions are picked in the same game, they receive a unique buff called “On The Case,” labeled with the description “Piltover’s Finest.”
After some digging through community forums, it’s been found that this buff grants both champions an additional gold whenever they work together to secure a takedown. While the extra gold may seem small, it’s a neat incentive for players to play as the dynamic police duo and coordinate their efforts on the battlefield.
Rylai’s Crystal Scepter is named after a Dota character
League of Legends was inspired by the game DotA, and Riot Games has included a nod to this influence with the item Rylai’s Crystal Scepter. This item is named after Rylai, the Crystal Maiden, one of the most iconic support characters from DotA.
Rylai is known for her ice-based abilities, which slow and disable enemies, much like the passive of the Crystal Scepter in League of Legends. Even the icon for Rylai’s Crystal Scepter bears a resemblance to the Crystal Maiden’s Brilliance Aura from DotA. It’s a subtle but meaningful tribute to the roots of the game and the influence DotA had on its creation.
These easter eggs add an extra layer of fun and nostalgia for League of Legends players. Whether you’ve been around since the early days or are a newer player, discovering these hidden gems makes the game feel even more special.