Wild Rift’s First Original Champion Announced

The mobile version of League of Legends, Wild Rift, is anticipated to receive its initial mobile-specific champion in 2026.

Riot Games indicated that the upcoming champion, whose identity is currently undisclosed, will serve as a mid-lane mage. The declaration was made during Wild Rift’s 5th Anniversary broadcast.

Community conjecture suggests that the new champion may be Norra, the frequently mentioned mentor of Yuumi within Runeterra mythology. This is inferred from the promotional artwork and accompanying text, although Riot Games has not officially confirmed the character’s name.

Wild Rift presently features a roster of over 125 characters, all derived from League PC with adjustments made for mobile optimization. Riot Games’ choice to introduce an exclusive character tailored for mobile signifies their dedication to Wild Rift.

The announcement was timed to coincide with Wild Rift’s fifth anniversary, the game having initially launched globally on October 27th, 2020. The broadcast also unveiled a fresh anniversary theme, Miss This Life, performed by aespa’s NINGNING.

In addition, the broadcast revealed the Wild Rift Round Smash. This annual occasion is slated to be the most prominent community event for the game of the year and is set to take place in Vietnam from November 14th to 16th.

It will encompass competitions for the 5v5 and 1v1 ARAM formats. Teams secured qualifications through regional tournaments or via direct invitation. These include representatives from Vietnam, Turkey, the Philippines, Korea, and Brazil. Additionally, two professional teams from China will participate in the event.

Wild Rift Round Smash will be streamed live and will also provide YouTube rewards for viewers.

Moreover, Riot is also offering unique Wild Rift content surrounding Worlds 2025. The League of Legends World Championship 2025 is currently being held in China, with the grand finale scheduled for November 9th.