LoL Champion Prices: Every BE and RP Tier and When They Drop
LoL champion prices sit in fixed tiers: 225, 675, 1,575, 2,400 or 3,150 Blue Essence, or 260, 585, 790, 880 or 975 RP, with two one-off tiers (Vel’Koz at 1,570 BE and Jhin at 2,222 BE). Every new champion launches at 3,150 BE / 975 RP and stays there for its first two seasons; from its third season it moves down to a tier between 225 and 2,400 BE based on how new and returning players handle it. Riot halved all BE prices on March 5, 2025 and does not refund purchases made before a scheduled reduction.
Updated November 12, 2026 · Source: Riot Support — Champion Pricing Overview (Patch 25.5 update)
The price tiers
| Blue Essence | RP | Who sits here (Riot’s description and examples) |
|---|---|---|
| 225 | 260 | Champions great for new players and out for multiple seasons: Malphite, Miss Fortune, Yuumi |
| 675 | 585 | Slightly more complex, moderate skill floor: Yasuo, Lucian, Sett |
| 1,570 | 790 | Vel’Koz only (half of pi, in Riot’s words) |
| 1,575 | 790 | Steeper learning curve or specialised kits: LeBlanc, Shaco, Yorick |
| 2,222 | 880 | Jhin only |
| 2,400 | 880 | The majority of champions |
| 3,150 | 975 | Every new champion, and champions released in the past two seasons |
Riot notes a few exceptions where the RP price is lower than the BE tier would suggest: older champions whose playstyle does not suit new players keep a high BE price to make newcomers think twice, while the lower RP price keeps them reachable for players who want them.
When a champion’s price drops
| Champion age | Price |
|---|---|
| Release season and the next one (seasons 1 and 2) | 3,150 BE / 975 RP |
| Season 3 onward | 225 to 2,400 BE / 260 to 880 RP, set from new- and returning-player data |
| After a VGU, CGU or midscope update | Tier may change if Riot judges the champion easier or harder; a move up is something Riot says it actively avoids and would announce in advance |
Two practical consequences. A champion bought in its first two seasons costs 3,150 BE, and Riot states it will not grant refunds when the scheduled reduction arrives. And because reductions are tied to seasons, the cheapest moment to buy a champion you have waited on is the first patch of its third season; our season dates page lists when each season starts.
What 3,150 BE costs in play
Blue Essence comes mainly from the Battle Pass, level rewards and disenchanting champion shards. The level table in our level-up rewards guide shows Riot’s BE value per level, and the Blue Essence guide covers the shard route, where a 3,150-tier shard upgrades for less than the store price. If you are deciding which champions to buy for a ranked pool, the Blue Essence calculator adds up a list at these tier prices.
Quick answers
| Question | Answer from Riot’s page |
|---|---|
| Why is this champion 3,150 BE? | It is in its first two seasons |
| Why do two champions with the same RP price differ in BE? | Some older champions carry a higher BE price on purpose to slow new-player purchases |
| Will I get BE back if the price drops next week? | No; reductions are predetermined and Riot does not refund early purchases |
| Can a price go up? | Possible after a major rework, but Riot says it actively avoids it and would warn ahead |
| Did the March 2025 change affect RP prices? | Riot’s note covers BE prices, cut by 50%; the RP tiers listed are the current ones |
FAQ
How much do champions cost in LoL?
225, 675, 1,575, 2,400 or 3,150 Blue Essence (plus 1,570 for Vel’Koz and 2,222 for Jhin), or 260, 585, 790, 880 or 975 RP, depending on the tier.
How much is a new champion in League of Legends?
3,150 BE or 975 RP, for its release season and the following one. From its third season it drops to a lower tier.
When do LoL champion prices go down?
At the start of a champion’s third season, to a tier between 225 and 2,400 BE chosen from new- and returning-player data.
Did Riot reduce champion prices?
Yes. From March 5, 2025 (patch 25.5) all Blue Essence prices were cut by 50%; the tiers above are the post-cut figures.
Can I get a refund if a champion’s price drops after I buy it?
No. Riot states that reductions are predetermined and it will not grant proactive refunds.
Why is an old champion still expensive in BE?
Riot keeps a higher BE price on some older champions whose playstyle does not suit new players, while leaving the RP price low.
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