As of now, League of Legends boasts 170 champions, with 139 days having passed since the most recent one graced the Rift.
Let’s dive into the fascinating world of LoL champions – from historic milestones to fast ways to expand your roster.
🏆 Who Was the 100th Champion?
That honor goes to Jayce, the Defender of Tomorrow.
Jayce stood out not just for hitting the triple-digit mark, but for being the first champion designed with eight distinct abilities – thanks to his stance-switching hammer-cannon gameplay.
Was his 100th position intentional? Riot never confirmed it, and Jayce’s lore contains no hints. But fans still see it as a milestone moment.
⚔️ The Original Cast – League’s First 17 Champions
Back in October 2009, League of Legends launched with just 17 champions – simple in design but foundational in gameplay:
Alistar
Annie
Ashe
Fiddlesticks
Jax
Kayle
Master Yi
Morgana
Nunu
Ryze
Sion
Sivir
Soraka
Teemo
Tristana
Twisted Fate
Warwick
These were the trailblazers – easy to pick up, perfect for a game just entering the MOBA scene.
📊 Champion Breakdown by Class
LoL’s champions fall into six major classes, with many crossing roles. Here’s how the numbers stack up:
Assassins: 45
Fighters: 59
Mages: 75
Marksmen: 33
Supports: 42
Tanks: 45
Whether you’re a sneaky assassin main or a steadfast tank enjoyer, there’s plenty of diversity to build your champ pool.
💰 Fast-Track Guide: How to Unlock Champions Quickly
Buying Champions
Open the client → Visit the store → Click on “Champions” → Browse and buy using Blue Essence (BE) or Riot Points (RP).
Want to farm Blue Essence faster? Here’s what works best:
Play more games to level up and earn champion capsules.
Win games – victories grant more XP.
Log in daily – the First Win of the Day mission gives a free BE bonus.
Complete missions – event and weekly missions often reward BE.
Champion Shards
These drop from Hextech Chests, Honor capsules, event rewards, and more.
Disenchant shards into BE.
Upgrade them into champions at a discount.
Collect shards from event passes, which can be a goldmine if you’re active.
Want to skip the grind?
There are sites where you can buy LoL accounts packed with BE and champs – but be careful, it’s against Riot’s terms of service.
💥 Most Played Champions in LoL
Some champions just never go out of style. These five have near-permanent seats at the top of the play-rate charts:
Ezreal – The go-to pick for ADC mains, known for his skillshot-heavy gameplay and snappy animations.
Lee Sin – Jungle king. High-skill ceiling and flashy plays make him a fan favorite.
Yasuo – Love him or hate him, this wind-slicing swordsman is iconic. Hasagi!
Lux – With tons of skins and a smooth kit, she dominates mid and support lanes alike.
Garen – The classic “spin-to-win” top laner. Easy to play, hard to hate.
📅 Champions by Release Year (2009–2025)
Here’s a condensed timeline showing when new champions joined the roster. Every year brought fresh mechanics, fresh stories, and a deeper world:
2009–2010: The foundation. Big names like Annie, Jax, Garen, Ezreal, and Lux entered the game.
2011–2013: Expansion era. Lee Sin, Vayne, Riven, Ahri, Zed, and Yasuo exploded in popularity.
2014–2016: Innovation. Unique kits like Azir, Kalista, Kindred, and Camille shook up the meta.
2017–2019: Duo releases and bold designs. Think Xayah & Rakan, Kayn, Sylas, and Yuumi.
2020–2023: LoL evolved with Samira, Viego, Zeri, Naafiri, and Hwei.
2024–2025: The latest faces are already making waves:
Smolder (Jan 2024)
Aurora (July 2024)
Ambessa (Nov 2024)
Mel (Jan 2025)
Whether you’re here for the lore, the mechanics, or just the thrill of a 1v9, League of Legends continues to deliver fresh champions and unforgettable moments. So… who’s your next main?
