FAQ

1. What is League of Legends?

League of Legends (LoL) is a multiplayer online battle arena (MOBA) game where two teams of five players compete to destroy the opposing team’s Nexus. It is developed by Riot Games and has a variety of champions, each with unique abilities and roles.

2. How do I start playing League of Legends?

To start playing, download the game from the official League of Legends website. Create a Riot Games account, install the game, and you’re ready to jump into the action.

3. What are the roles in League of Legends?

In LoL, players typically choose one of five roles:

• Top: Plays in the top lane, often focusing on tanky or bruiser champions.
• Jungle: Roams between lanes and controls neutral objectives like Dragon and Baron.
• Mid: Plays in the middle lane, often choosing mage or assassin champions.
• ADC (Attack Damage Carry): Plays in the bot lane, focusing on damage output.
• Support: Aids the ADC in the bot lane and provides utility for the team.

4. What are champions, and how do I choose one?

Champions are the playable characters in League of Legends, each with unique abilities and roles. You can choose champions based on your preferred play style or role. There are over 150 champions, and new ones are regularly added.

5. How do I unlock champions?

Champions can be unlocked using Blue Essence (earned through gameplay) or Riot Points (purchased with real money). You can also unlock champions temporarily by playing in free rotations offered weekly.

6. What is the Summoner’s Rift?

The Summoner’s Rift is the main map in League of Legends, featuring three lanes (top, mid, and bot), a jungle area, and each team’s base with a Nexus. The objective is to destroy the enemy’s Nexus to win the game.

7. What are runes and masteries?

Runes and masteries allow players to customize their champions with unique perks before the game starts. These choices can give you bonuses in attack, defense, or utility and can significantly impact your gameplay.

8. How does the ranking system work?

League of Legends has a competitive ranking system starting from Iron and going up to Challenger. Players can participate in ranked matches to climb divisions, with each season introducing new challenges and rewards.

9. How can I improve my gameplay?

To improve, practice regularly, learn from experienced players, and review your own gameplay to find areas for improvement. Joining a team or watching professional matches can also provide valuable insights.

10. Is League of Legends free to play?

Yes, League of Legends is free to play. Players can unlock all champions through gameplay, though there are optional in-game purchases for skins, which are purely cosmetic and do not affect gameplay.

11. Can I play League of Legends on mobile?

Yes, Riot Games has a mobile version called League of Legends: Wild Rift. It is available on both iOS and Android and features similar gameplay but is optimized for mobile devices.

12. How can I report a toxic player?

If you encounter a toxic player, you can report them after the match by clicking on their name in the post-game lobby. Riot Games takes player behavior seriously and investigates reported players.