Patch 25.06 brings a wealth of exciting changes to League of Legends, including important champion adjustments, system updates, and the highly anticipated release of new Battle Academia skins. This patch promises to shake up the gameplay with both buffs and nerfs to several champions, as well as tweaks to in-game systems like the anti-lane swap penalties and bounty suppression.
Here’s a detailed breakdown of the key changes in Patch 25.06:
Champion Buffs, Nerfs, and Changes
| Champion | Buffs | Nerfs | Changes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caitlyn | N/A | W (Yordle Snap Trap) Headshot Damage Decreased: 40 / 85 / 130 / 175 / 220 (+ 40% bonus AD) → 35 / 80 / 125 / 170 / 215 (+ 30% bonus AD) | R (Ace in the Hole) Damage Decreased: 300 / 500 / 700 (+ 100% bonus AD) → 300 / 475 / 650 (+ 100% bonus AD) |
| Corki | N/A | Base Armor Decreased: 30 → 27 | N/A |
| Darius | N/A | Passive Damage to Monsters Decreased: 300% → 200% | N/A |
| Draven | N/A | Passive Adoration Stacks Removed | N/A |
| Ezreal | N/A | Armor Growth Decreased: 4.7 → 4.2 | N/A |
| Fiora | Q (Lunge) Mana Cost Decreased: 20 at all ranks | N/A | N/A |
| Garen | N/A | E (Judgement) Critical Strike Damage Decreased: 175% → 150% | N/A |
| Gwen | Q (Snip Snip!) Final Snip Damage Increased: 60 / 85 / 110 / 135 / 160 (+ 35% AP) → 70 / 95 / 120 / 145 / 170 (+ 35% AP) | N/A | Passive (Thousand Cuts) Damage to Monsters Decreased: 10 (+15% AP) → 5 (+15% AP), W (Hallowed Mist) Bonus Resistances Increased: 22 / 24 / 26 / 28 / 30 (+ 7% AP) → 25 (+ 5% AP), E (Skip ‘N Slash) On-Hit Damage Decreased: 15 (+ 20% AP) → 12 / 14 / 16 / 18 / 20 (+ 20% AP) |
| Jarvan IV | Q (Dragon Strike) Damage Increased: 80 / 120 / 160 / 200 / 240 (+ 140% bonus AD) → 90 / 130 / 170 / 210 / 250 (+ 145% bonus AD) | N/A | N/A |
| Jhin | Passive Whisper Bonus AD Increased: 4 – 44% (based on level) (+ 0.35% per 1% Critical Strike Chance) → 4 – 44% (based on level) (+ 0.35% per 1% Critical Strike Chance) | N/A | N/A |
| Jinx | N/A | R (Super Mega Death Rocket!) Damage Decreased: 325 / 475 / 625 (+ 165% bonus AD) → 300 / 450 / 600 (+ 155% bonus AD) | N/A |
| Kai’Sa | Base Armor Increased: 25 → 27, Base Health Regen Increased: 3.5 → 4, R (Killer Instinct) Cooldown Decreased: 130 / 100 / 70 → 120 / 90 / 60 seconds | N/A | N/A |
| Karma | N/A | Q (Inner Flame) Base Damage Decreased: 70 / 120 / 170 / 220 / 270 (+ 70% AP) → 60 / 110 / 160 / 210 / 260 (+ 70% AP) | N/A |
| Kha’Zix | Passive (Unseen Threat) Bonus Damage Increased: 14 – 116 (+40% bonus AD) → 17 – 136 (+50% bonus AD), E (Leap) Damage Increased: 65 / 100 / 135 / 170 / 205 (+ 20% bonus AD) → 65 / 100 / 135 / 170 / 205 (+ 40% bonus AD) | N/A | N/A |
| Lillia | E (Swirlseed) Cooldown Decreased: 14 → 12 seconds, E Damage Increased: 60 / 85 / 110 / 135 / 160 (+ 50% AP) → 60 / 85 / 110 / 135 / 160 (+ 60% AP) | N/A | N/A |
| Lucian | E (Relentless Pursuit) Cooldown Decreased: 19 / 17.75 / 16.5 / 15.25 / 14 → 16 / 15.5 / 15 / 14.5 / 14 seconds | N/A | N/A |
| Master Yi | Q (Alpha Strike) Bonus Critical Strike Damage Increased: 75% → 100% | N/A | N/A |
| Naafiri | Passive (We Are More) Max Packmates Increased: 2 / 3 (levels 1 / 9) → 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 (levels 1 / 9 / 12 / 15) | Passive Packmate Damage Decreased: 12 – 32 → 10 – 20 (+ 4% bonus AD) | W (The Call of the Pack) Ability Changes: Now grants 20% AD on-cast, more packmates, and lower cooldown (20 / 19.5 / 19 / 18.5 / 18 seconds). R (Hound’s Pursuit) Changes: More damage scaling (+ 120% bonus AD), shield granting, and untargetability added |
| Poppy | Q (Hammer Shock) Capped Monster Health Damage Increased: 50 / 80 / 110 / 140 / 170 → 75 / 105 / 135 / 165 / 195 | N/A | N/A |
| Singed | Base Attack Speed Increased: 0.625 → 0.7, Q (Poison Trail) now gives kill credit for minions that die while affected | E (Fling) Scaling Decreased | N/A |
| Smolder | W (ACHOOO!) Damage Increased: 30 / 50 / 70 / 90 / 110 → 60 / 70 / 80 / 90 / 100 (+ 60% bonus AD) | R (MMOOOMMMM!) Cooldown Decreased: 120 → 120 / 110 / 100 seconds | E (Flap, Flap, Flap) Damage Increased: 5 / 10 / 15 / 20 / 25 → 10 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 30 (+ 30% AD) |
| Twisted Fate | Base Armor Increased: 21 → 24 | N/A | N/A |
| Xin Zhao | Q (Three Talon Strike) Damage Increased: 16 / 29 / 42 / 55 / 68 (+ 40% bonus AD) → 20 / 35 / 50 / 65 / 80 (+ 40% bonus AD) | N/A | N/A |
| Yorick | N/A | E (Mourning Mist) Damage to Monsters Decreased: 300 → 70 / 105 / 140 / 175 / 210 | N/A |
System Updates and Changes
| System | Update |
|---|---|
| Anti-Lane Swap Tweaks | Start Time: 1:30 → 1:35, End Time in Top Lane: 3:30 → 3:00, Minion Gold/XP Penalty: 50% → 25%, Alert Improvements: clearer warning messages |
| Bounties | Gold Lead Detection Time: 14 minutes → 6 minutes, Bounty Suppression by Lead Severity: 0 / 20 / 40 / 60 / 80 / 100% → 30 / 60 / 90 / 100% |
| Swiftplay | Buff scaling faster for Elder Dragon and Baron buffs, now scaling from 15:00 – 30:00 minutes |
Upcoming Skins and Chromas
- Battle Academia Kayn
- Battle Academia Rakan
- Battle Academia Xayah
- Prestige Battle Academia Qiyana
Chromas for:
- Battle Academia Kayn
- Battle Academia Rakan
- Battle Academia Xayah
This patch marks a critical shift, with both balance changes and quality of life improvements. Whether you are looking forward to the exciting skin releases or the champion buffs and nerfs, Patch 25.06 promises to keep things fresh on the Summoner’s Rift.
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Source: Official Riot Games League Of Legends Patch 25.06 Notes
Frequently Asked Questions about Patch 25.06
What are the main changes in Patch 25.06?
Patch 25.06 introduces several balance adjustments, system changes, and new skins. Champion changes include adjustments to Caitlyn, Corki, Darius, Draven, and more, while system changes focus on bounties, lane swaps, and the Vanguard LP refund system. Additionally, new Battle Academia skins for Kayn, Rakan, Xayah, and Prestige Qiyana are available.
What skins are being released in this patch?
Battle Academia skins for Kayn, Rakan, Xayah, and Prestige Battle Academia Qiyana will be available from March 19, 2025. These skins come with special chromas and visual effects.
What is the Vanguard LP refund feature?
Vanguard will now refund LP to players who lose a Ranked game against a cheater. If Vanguard detects cheating, players will receive a notification with their updated LP and rank. This feature aims to alleviate the negative experience of losing due to cheaters.
How have bounties been changed in this patch?
Champion bounty suppression has been enhanced in Patch 25.06. Bounties will now be suppressed as early as 6 minutes into the game, with more than double the suppression strength. This change aims to reduce snowballing from losing teams in the early stages of the game.
What changes were made to the Mythic Shop in this patch?
The Mythic Shop has been updated to rotate content more frequently. Categories such as Mythic Skins, Chromas, Icons, and Emotes will change regularly, giving players more chances to acquire the items they want. The new system allows for quicker rotations and increased variety.
