The highly anticipated rework of Swain, the Grand General of Noxus, is nearly here! And Riot Games is taking this opportunity to revamp the lore of some of the most prominent figures in the nation of Noxian might.
On Monday, Riot unveiled updated biographies for Leblanc and Katarina, while Darius received a fresh bio and a captivating short story. The intertwined histories of Leblanc and Darius are closely tied to Swain, their commanding general. However, Katarina's story, while connected to the city of Noxus, makes only passing mention of Swain, never by name.
Darius, a Noxian orphan, rose through the military ranks to become one of Swain's most trusted lieutenants. His new story, however, takes a surprising turn as he attempts to betray his leader, manipulated by someone he refers to as "the pale sorceress." This mysterious figure is revealed to be none other than Leblanc, in her updated bio. Leblanc, a master of deception and illusion, wields her power in a fierce rivalry with Swain and the Black Rose, her secret society.
Katarina, a noble-born assassin, faces a different kind of struggle. After failing to eliminate her intended target, she brings shame upon her family and enters self-imposed exile.
These lore updates arrive just ahead of Swain's rework, set to launch with Patch 8.3 on Wednesday. This update promises to reshape both Swain's gameplay and his place in the world of Runeterra, adding further depth and complexity to his character and his connection to the other Noxian powerhouses. As Swain's new chapter unfolds, the future of Noxian power and the balance of Runeterra hangs in the balance.