As the year comes to a close, each new patch, including the upcoming Patch 14.20, brings us closer to the highly anticipated League of Legends season 15 preseason. This upcoming update promises several exciting updates and improvements to the game, setting the stage for the changes we can expect in the preseason.
One of the standout features of Patch 14.20 is a long-awaited visual update for Teemo. This popular champion, known for his tricky playstyle and sneaky mushrooms, will finally receive some much-needed attention in the form of enhanced visuals.
In addition to Teemo’s visual overhaul, this patch will also introduce a variety of new skins for champions like Yasuo, Sivir, Gragas, Neeko, and Trundle. These skins will come from a mix of different skin lines, including the Nightbringer, Anniversary, and LoL Player Days collections.
But the patch isn’t just about aesthetics—there will also be some significant changes to the game’s core systems, particularly around runes and items.
League of Legends Patch 14.20 Preview
Champions
- Anivia.
- Aphelios.
- Aurelion Sol.
- Caitlyn.
- Camille.
- Corki.
- Dr. Mundo.
- Jhin.
- Lee Sin.
- Mordekaiser.
- Pantheon.
- Poppy.
- Riven.
- Shyvana.
- Singed.
- Sivir.
- Skarner.
- Swain.
- Taric.
- Tryndamere.
- Udyr.
- Veigar.
- Xayah.
- Yasuo.
- Yone.
- Yorick.
Items
- ADC items (The Collector, Statikk Shiv, Blade of the Ruined King, and Kraken Slayer).
- Armor items.
- Liandry’s Torment.
- Stormsurge.
Runes
- Grasp of the Undying.
- Nimbus Cloak.
One of the most notable gameplay changes previewed in this patch is related to ADC itemization. Riot has recognized that the current state of ADC item choices has become somewhat stale, with most players opting to build Infinity Edge as their first item.
This is largely because Infinity Edge is considered one of the strongest and most effective choices for ADCs, offering a powerful boost to their damage output. However, the developers have noticed that this trend has led to a lack of diversity in ADC builds, making the early item decision predictable and somewhat dull.
League Patch 14.20 is set to go live on Wednesday, October 9, according to Riot’s official patch schedule for 2024. As with most major updates, the update will be rolled out in stages across all the major regions where League of Legends is played, ensuring a smooth transition for players worldwide.