With over 170 champions available, League of Legends offers one of the most diverse rosters in the gaming world. Since its release over 15 years ago, the game has continually introduced new champions to keep gameplay fresh and engaging. While the frequency of champion releases has slowed, Riot Games now focuses on creating more refined and interactive characters.
Unless you have an incredible memory, keeping track of every champion’s release date is nearly impossible. That’s why we’ve compiled a complete timeline of all League of Legends champions currently available on live servers. Here’s everything you need to know about the champions and their debut dates.
Champions Released in 2025
- Mel Medarda – January 23, 2025
Champions Released in 2024
- Ambessa Medarda – November 6, 2024
- Aurora – July 17, 2024
- Smolder, the Fiery Fledgling – January 31, 2024
Champions Released in 2023
- Milio, the Gentle Flame – March 22, 2023
- Naafiri, the Hound of a Hundred Bites – July 20, 2023
- Briar, the Unrestrained Hunger – September 14, 2023
- K’Sante, the Pride of Nazumah – November 3, 2022
- Hwei, the Visionary – December 6, 2023
League of Legends Champion (image via Getty)Champions Released in 2022
- Zeri, the Spark of Zaun – January 20, 2022
- Renata Glasc, the Chem-Baroness – February 17, 2022
- Bel’Veth, the Empress of the Void – June 9, 2022
- Nilah, the Joy Unbound – July 17, 2022
Champions Released in 2021
- Viego, the Ruined King – January 21, 2021
- Gwen, the Hallowed Seamstress – April 15, 2021
- Akshan, the Rogue Sentinel – July 22, 2021
- Vex, the Gloomist – September 23, 2021
Champions Released in 2020
- Sett, the Boss – January 14, 2020
- Lillia, the Bashful Bloom – July 22, 2020
- Yone, the Unforgotten – August 6, 2020
- Samira, the Desert Rose – September 21, 2020
- Seraphine, the Starry-Eyed Songstress – October 29, 2020
- Rell, the Iron Maiden – December 10, 2020
Champions Released in 2019
- Sylas, the Unshackled – January 25, 2019
- Yuumi, the Magical Cat – May 14, 2019
- Qiyana, Empress of the Elements – June 28, 2019
- Senna, the Redeemer – November 10, 2019
- Aphelios, the Weapon of the Faithful – December 11, 2019
Champions Released in 2018
- Kai’Sa, Daughter of the Void – March 7, 2018
- Pyke, the Bloodharbor Ripper – May 21, 2018
- Neeko, the Curious Chameleon – December 5, 2018
League of Legends Champion (image via Getty)Champions Released in 2017
- Rakan, the Charmer – April 19, 2017
- Xayah, the Rebel – April 19, 2017
- Kayn, the Shadow Reaper – July 12, 2017
- Ornn, the Fire Below the Mountain – August 23, 2017
- Zoe, the Aspect of Twilight – November 21, 2017
Champions Released in 2016
- Jhin, the Virtuoso – February 1, 2016
- Aurelion Sol, the Star Forger – March 24, 2016
- Taliyah, the Stoneweaver – May 18, 2016
- Kled, the Cantankerous Cavalier – August 10, 2016
- Ivern, the Green Father – October 5, 2016
- Camille, the Steel Shadow – December 7, 2016
Champions Released in 2015
- Bard, the Wandering Caretaker – March 12, 2015
- Ekko, the Boy Who Shattered Time – May 29, 2015
- Tahm Kench, the River King – July 9, 2015
- Kindred, the Eternal Hunters – October 14, 2015
- Illaoi, the Kraken Priestess – November 24, 2015
Champions Released in 2014
- Vel’Koz, the Eye of the Void – February 27, 2014
- Braum, the Heart of the Freljord – May 12, 2014
- Gnar, the Missing Link – August 14, 2014
- Azir, the Emperor of the Sands – September 16, 2014
- Kalista, the Spear of Vengeance – November 20, 2014
- Rek’Sai, the Void Burrower – December 11, 2014
The League of Legends roster continues to expand, with each new champion adding fresh mechanics and strategies to the game. Whether you’ve been playing since the early days or just joined the community, keeping up with the latest champions can help you stay ahead in the competition. With 2025 already introducing new champions, it will be exciting to see what the future holds for League of Legends.
