League of Legends is still going strong after all these years, and a huge part of its continued success is Riot Games’ relentless tweaking of the meta. Whether it’s tuning down overperformers or giving underdogs a little love, balancing champions is key – and Patch 15.12 is no exception.
Though the patch hasn’t officially dropped yet, leaks have surfaced giving fans a sneak peek at which champions are getting buffed, nerfed, or reworked. While the exact numbers and mechanics haven’t been revealed, this early info offers a glimpse into what’s ahead – and it’s already causing a stir in the community.
🔼 Patch 15.12 Champion Buffs
The following champions are reportedly getting buffed in Patch 15.12:
Aatrox
Aphelios
Aurora
Bard
Garen
Jax
LeBlanc
Lee Sin
Mordekaiser
Nidalee
Samira
Twisted Fate
Yasuo
Notably, Aurora’s buff appears to target her mid-lane viability. On the flip side, many players are raising eyebrows at Samira and Yasuo being on this list, as both champions are notorious for dominating lower ranks. Nevertheless, Riot seems committed to pushing forward with their tweaks.
🔽 Patch 15.12 Champion Nerfs
Here are the champions expected to be nerfed:
Ahri
Azir
Gwen
Kalista
Neeko
Rumble
Senna
Taliyah
Varus
Yorick
Some changes are more surprising than others. Yorick, who recently underwent a full rework, is already facing further nerfs. Likewise, Gwen, who has struggled since her last round of cuts, is set to be weakened even more – a decision that’s already causing confusion among mains.
🛠️ Patch 15.12 Champion Adjustments
Two more champions are on the tweak list – not quite buffs or nerfs, but notable changes:
Rammus
Master Yi
The Rammus update is particularly dramatic. Nearly all of his abilities have been overhauled, with core mechanics swapped out in favor of scaling interactions. Unsurprisingly, the rework is drawing mixed reactions, with some players loving the direction and others mourning the old armordillo.
Patch 15.12 looks like it’s shaping up to shift the landscape yet again. Whether you’re a support main, jungle pathing strategist, or solo lane duelist – expect changes that will shake up the meta and maybe even your favorite champ.
