The Spirit Blossom universe just went from skin line to full seasonal takeover—and Riot isn’t holding anything back.

In what might be the biggest update League of Legends has seen in years, Season 2 brings gameplay overhauls, griefing detection upgrades, a brand-new game mode, and a fully redesigned Summoner’s Rift drenched in Spirit Blossom beauty.

If you’re wondering what changed, what’s coming, and how it all ties together, here’s the complete breakdown of everything Riot just revealed.

🌸 Spirit Blossom Season 2 Overview

We’re heading to Ionia for a festival unlike any other. Spirit Blossom Season 2 goes far beyond cosmetics:

  • A new Thornbound Atakhan replaces Voracious/Ruinous versions
  • Void Grub & Rift Herald mechanics are being changed
  • Champion bounties, griefing, and honor systems are getting a complete overhaul
  • A new game mode, Spirit Blossom Summoner’s Rift, and tons of new skins are coming

Let’s break it all down 👇

⚔️ Gameplay Changes: Thornbound Atakhan

Atakhan no longer comes in Voracious or Ruinous form. Instead, he’s now Thornbound, streamlining his mechanics and aligning with the Spirit Blossom theme.

  • Slaying Atakhan now grants your team all unclaimed Bloody Petals on the map.
  • These petals are purified into Spirit Petals, which offer +25% stronger effects.
  • You also receive a teamwide buff: Spirit Purification, which:
    • Slows and damages enemies on takedowns
    • Grants an extra Spirit Petal for every takedown
  • Riot noted that balancing two Atakhan forms was too difficult—this new unified version fixes both pro play inconsistencies and solo queue confusion.

🕷️ Void Grub & Rift Herald Changes

Void Grub Changes:

  • Now spawns only once per game
  • Comes later into the match
  • You’ll need to slay all three in the camp to earn a single Void Might

Rift Herald Changes:

  • Spawns at 15 minutes
  • Easier to kill due to removal of Shell’s Gaze debuff
  • Deals more damage in return

These changes aim to slow down early objective snowballing and let laning phase breathe.

🪦 Champion Bounty Overhaul

Say goodbye to random bounties on losing teams.

  • Champion bounties will now be suppressed on teams that are clearly losing, even if a single player is 5–0.
  • Base kill gold now scales with level (from 250 to 400), rewarding level leads instead of snowballing bounties.

Riot calls this a non-invasive anti-snowballing method—and it might just work.

🎮 New Death Screen + Spectator Mode UI

Dying doesn’t mean disengaging anymore.

  • Riot is adding a colorful death screen
  • You’ll have a new mini spectator mode, letting you watch your teammates’ POV while you’re dead
  • Eternals tracking UI will be replaced with the new spectate system

🛡️ Champion Select & Role Enforcement Changes

  • Smite will now be role-locked to jungle only
  • You can swap roles in champ select, just like pick order
  • Support players will auto-receive World Atlas on game start
  • Riot’s lane swap detection system will now disable support scaling if they’re lane-swapping improperly (no gold, no XP, no stacks from World Atlas)

In short: funneling and double support top are officially dead.

🏯 Spirit Blossom Summoner’s Rift

It’s not just gameplay that’s changed—the map has been completely transformed:

  • A full Spirit Blossom-themed Summoner’s Rift
  • Turrets and the Nexus are now elegant spirit-infused structures
  • Cherry blossoms, glowing rivers, ethereal ambient music, and even shopkeepers reimagined as a tranquil forest market

It’s not just a battlefield—it’s a sanctuary of serenity and mysticism.

🚨 Griefing Detection & Behavior Updates

Riot is finally going hard on griefers and trolls:

  • New automated systems will now detect:
    • AFK running in base
    • Soft inting behaviors
    • Disruptive gameplay even when the game is won
  • 10x more griefers expected to be flagged daily
  • You’ll now see the name of punished players in post-game reports

Also, Honor no longer resets each season. New players start at Honor 3, and Riot is exploring more rewards beyond chests, pings, and badges.

🆕 True Skill 2 – Anti-Smurf System

Riot is testing a new skill evaluation system called True Skill 2, designed to:

  • Quickly detect smurfs or boosted accounts
  • Evaluate true skill faster in unranked queues
  • Eventually help matchmaking in ranked (still in testing)

👘 New Spirit Blossom Skins

Spirit Blossom is back in full force. New skins confirmed so far:

  • Ashe
  • Irelia
  • Bard
  • Ivern
  • Zyra
  • Varus
  • Prestige Spirit Blossom Lux
  • Exalted Spirit Blossom Morgana (Mythic Gacha)

Also confirmed:

  • Pool Party Twitch
  • Prestige Zed (Event Pass)
  • Mythic Aphelios (Mythic Shop)

🎮 Brawl – New Game Mode

Inspired by Team Deathmatch, Brawl is a fast-paced 5v5 mode featuring:

  • No turrets, no Nexus, no traditional objectives
  • Two teams race to push minions into the enemy portal
  • Kills = -5 HP, Minions = -1 HP
  • Each team starts with 250 HP
  • Features comeback mechanics and side-lane buffs
  • Takes place in the Thunderdome, set in Bandle City
  • Norra and Yuumi appear as map NPCs

Games are quick (~10 minutes) and accessible to players of all skill levels.

🔊 New Killstreak Sounds

Riot is adding Valorant-style multi-kill sound effects, played from your POV to reward pop-off moments.

💬 Final Thoughts – Spirit Blossom Season 2

From lore to lane swaps, Spirit Blossom Season 2 is more than a thematic update—it’s a complete experience. Whether you’re here for the gameplay reworks, gorgeous new map, or juicy new skins, there’s something for everyone.

🌸 This season feels polished, ambitious, and above all—player-focused.

What do you think of the changes? Drop a comment or check out LoLNOW.gg for more breakdowns as Season 2 evolves.

Source: JustChimChim – Spirit Blossom Breakdown

Frequently Asked Questions about Spirit Blossom Season 2

What is Thornbound Atakhan and how is it different?

Thornbound Atakhan replaces both Voracious and Ruinous forms. The team that slays him now gains all unclaimed Bloody Petals, which are purified into Spirit Petals with 25% bonus effect. The slaying team also gains a Spirit Purification buff that slows and damages enemies on takedown.

How does the new Brawl game mode work?

Brawl is a fast-paced 5v5 mode with no turrets or Nexus. Teams start with 250 HP, and you deal damage to the enemy’s HP bar by killing champions (-5), minions (-1), or pushing minions into their portal (-1). It’s designed to be light, fast, and fun.

What’s new in the Spirit Blossom Summoner’s Rift map?

The map is fully re-themed with Spirit Blossom aesthetics—ethereal blue waters, cherry blossoms, crystal towers, and tranquil ambient sound. The fountain is reimagined as a serene forest market, complete with a fox statue and spirit lanterns.

What are the changes to griefing and behavior detection?

Riot has expanded automated systems to detect griefing and trolling more effectively. Behaviors like AFK base-walking and intentional soft inting will now be flagged. Punished players will be named in post-game reports.

Will honor now carry over between seasons?

Yes. Honor will no longer reset at the start of each season. New accounts will begin at Honor Level 3, and Riot is actively exploring additional rewards for consistently honorable players.

Which new Spirit Blossom skins are confirmed?

New Spirit Blossom skins are confirmed for Ashe, Irelia, Bard, Ivern, Zyra, and Varus. Lux is receiving a Prestige edition, Morgana is getting an Exalted skin, and Zed and Aphelios will appear in the event and mythic shops respectively.