League Classic Explained: Levels, Runes, Pass, Schedule
League Classic is a separate way to play League of Legends on an early version of Summoner’s Rift, with the old jungle camps, old items and the original Rune and Mastery systems. It has its own Classic level track from 0 to 30 with fixed rewards, its own currency (Influence Points), a free Classic Pass driven by mission coins, and a ranked-style ladder called Summoner’s Journey from Classic level 10. It runs until January 6, 2027, and since patch 26.21 some shards only open it from 4:00 pm to midnight local time. Nothing from pre-2018 runes is restored; runes are earned again, faster.
Updated November 13, 2026 · Status: rotating mode, available until January 6, 2027 · Sources: Riot Support — Welcome to League Classic, League Classic — Progression, Runes & Masteries, Classic Pass and Content (October 15, 2026)
When and where it is open
| Shard | Availability since patch 26.21 |
|---|---|
| NA, BR, EUW, EUNE | Always open |
| KR, LAN, LAS, TW, VN, TR, SG, OCE, RU | 4:00 pm to 12:00 am local server time |
| JP, ME | Custom matches only |
| All shards | Custom matches available at all times; mode ends January 6, 2027 (end of Season 3 Act II) |
Riot’s reason for the windows is queue times. The mode lives in the client under a Classic button next to League and TFT, with its own store, collection, rune and mastery pages and pass. Vanguard, Riot IDs and the usual system requirements apply exactly as in the main game.
Classic level 0 to 30: XP and rewards
Classic has a dedicated level track, separate from your account level, fed by Classic matches and Classic Missions. Levelling is free for everyone. Riot’s table:
| Classic level | Classic XP needed | Reward |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 50 | League Classic icon |
| 2 | 100 | 1,000 Blue Essence |
| 3 | 100 | Mastery pages unlocked, 500 Blue Essence |
| 4 | 100 | Mark rune slots, 2,500 Influence Points |
| 5 | 150 | Council voting |
| 6 | 150 | Seal rune slots, 2,500 IP |
| 7 | 150 | Glyph rune slots, 2,500 IP |
| 8 | 200 | Quintessence rune slots, 5,000 IP |
| 9 | 200 | 1,000 Blue Essence |
| 10 | 200 | Summoner’s Journey unlocked, 1,000 IP |
| 11 | 250 | 2,500 IP |
| 12 | 250 | 1,000 Blue Essence |
| 13 | 250 | 1 rune page |
| 14 | 300 | Chronokeeper Zilean portrait |
| 15 | 300 | 1 Council voting power |
| 16 | 300 | 2,500 IP |
| 17 | 400 | 1 rune page |
| 18 | 400 | 1,000 Blue Essence |
| 19 | 400 | Caution Singed emote |
| 20 | 500 | 1 rune page |
| 21 | 500 | 2,500 IP |
| 22 | 600 | Chrono Crazyed Zilean Doodle portrait |
| 23 | 600 | 1,000 Blue Essence |
| 24 | 750 | Beware Baron icon |
| 25 | 750 | 1 Council voting power |
| 26 | 1,000 | Pixel Perfect ward |
| 27 | 1,000 | 2,500 IP |
| 28 | 1,250 | 1,000 Blue Essence |
| 29 | 1,250 | Classic Player title |
| 30 | 1,500 | RUSTIER Blitzcrank Classic skin |
The XP column adds up to 12,900 Classic XP from level 1 to 30. The daily mission alone (win one Classic game) pays 100 Classic XP, 1,000 IP and 20 pass coins, so a win a day covers the whole track in about four months; weekly and single missions add 100 XP each.
Missions, Influence Points and pass coins
| Mission | Reward | Reset |
|---|---|---|
| Win a game of League Classic (any matchmade) | 1,000 IP, 20 Classic Pass Coins, 100 Classic XP | Daily, 11:00 am PT |
| Win two games of League Classic | 500 IP | Daily, 11:00 am PT |
| Play 3 Classic games as different champions | 250 BE, 25 coins, 100 Classic XP | Weekly, Wednesday 11:00 am PT |
| Play 6 Classic games as different champions | 750 IP, 25 coins, 100 Classic XP | Weekly |
| Play 8 games of League and/or TFT | 1,500 IP, 20 coins | Weekly |
| Single missions (Co-op vs AI match, SR match, 10 matches ×3, 1 match) | 1,000 BE + 100 XP; 500 IP; 750 / 750 / 1,500 IP; 40 coins + 100 XP | Once, extended through Act II |
Runes and masteries
| Rune slot | Unlocks at Classic level | Cost in the Classic Store | Equip limit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mark | 4 | 500–650 IP each | 9 |
| Seal | 6 | 500–650 IP each | 9 |
| Glyph | 7 | 500–650 IP each | 9 |
| Quintessence | 8 | 1,250–1,500 IP each | 3 |
You start with three rune pages (Riot’s welcome article ties them to reaching Classic level 3); extra pages cost 1,500 IP, come from levels 13, 17 and 20, or from the pass. Empty slots grant placeholder bonuses so an unrune’d account is not crippled. Masteries are free, unlock at Classic level 3, and use the Offense, Defense and Utility trees: six rows per tree, a new row every four points, 21 points to reach a tree’s final mastery, with a default page assigned if you forget to set one. Random Skinned Runes are cosmetic only. Since patch 26.21 the Classic Store sells only champions, runes and rune pages.
Classic Pass: Act II
The Act II pass is free for everyone and works tier by tier: you spend Classic Pass Coins from missions to buy items in your current tier, and at least 125 coins spent per tier unlocks the next. It runs from October 20, 2026 (11:00 am PT) with progress ending January 4, 2027 (11:59 pm PT) and deactivation on January 5, 2027. Six tiers hold random champions (1,000 BE instead if you own every champion up to patch 26.20), Classic icons, titles, emotes, skinned runes, a rune page, and at tier 6 a random 520–1,350 RP skin for 200 coins. This is unrelated to the main Event Pass, which keeps its BXP system.
Summoner’s Journey
From Classic level 10 your next five matches place you on a ladder of Emblems: Salt, Wood, Silver, Gold, Platinum, Diamond (divisions IV to I) and Legend. Wins add Seasonal Points, losses remove them, 100 SP moves you up a division, dropping below 0 demotes you, and Division IV is the floor of each Emblem. A hidden MMR builds the lobbies. Autofill is compensated by the Aegis of Valor: a win in your 3rd, 4th or 5th preferred position pays 40%, 70% or 100% more SP. None of this touches your real ranked standing, which follows the rules in our LoL ranks guide.
FAQ
What is League Classic?
An alternative way to play League on an early Summoner’s Rift with old camps, old items and the original rune and mastery systems, with its own level track, currency, store and pass. It is not a rework of the main game.
How long is League Classic available?
Through the end of Season 3 Act II, until January 6, 2027. Since patch 26.21 several shards only open matchmaking from 4:00 pm to midnight local time; custom games are always available.
Do I get my old runes back in League Classic?
No. Pre-2018 runes and rune pages were converted to Reforged runes and are not restored. Runes are earned again from missions, levels, the pass or the Classic Store with Influence Points.
What is the max Classic level?
30, reached with 12,900 Classic XP in total. Level 30 awards the RUSTIER Blitzcrank Classic skin.
Is the League Classic Pass free?
Yes. The Act II pass is a free track unlocked tier by tier with Classic Pass Coins from missions; at least 125 coins spent per tier opens the next.
Does League Classic affect my ranked rank?
No. Summoner’s Journey is a separate ladder with its own Emblems and Seasonal Points.
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