Riftbound
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First ever Riftbound ban list kills off popular cards that have become so ubiquitous they're hurting the game
Riot Games has implemented the first ban list for its trading card game Riftbound, removing seven cards to improve competitive balance. The changes target cards associated with "Miracle" decks, powerful Battlefield cards, and specific cards like Draven, Vanquisher, which were deemed too dominant or unhealthy for the game's meta.
Riftbound gets 7 banned cards, and other new Unleashed rules that shakes up the Set 2 meta hard
Riot Games has implemented a ban list for seven cards in Riftbound, including Draven, Vanquisher, and Obelisk of Power, to address meta dominance and slow gameplay. Alongside these bans, several Unleashed rules have been updated to ensure consistency and impact deck-building strategies, particularly affecting mechanics like 'May' triggers and cost reductions.
Riot Games Announces First Riftbound Ban List for League of Legends TCG
Riot Games has announced the first ban list for its League of Legends trading card game, Riftbound, effective March 31, 2026. Several cards and battlefields, including Draven and Reaver's Row, have been restricted from the Standard Constructed format due to their impact on game balance and play patterns. The developers outlined their reasoning, emphasizing a commitment to maintaining core game rules and banning cards outright rather than restricting deck composition.
Exclusive Riftbound Unleashed Card Reveal — Vi, Piltover Enforcer Is The Next Overnumbered Legend Hitting
Riot Games has revealed Vi, Piltover Enforcer, as the next Legend for the trading card game Riftbound Unleashed, set to release on May 8. This expansion introduces new mechanics like Ambush, XP, Hunt, Level, and Token Battlefields, building upon existing gameplay from previous sets like Spiritforged and Origins. The reveal also highlighted collector's editions for Vi and discussed synergies with existing cards and equipment.
Riftbound Unleashed Spoilers Reveal Vi, Piltover Enforcer, As The Next Overnumbered Legend Hitting Tabletops
Riot Games has revealed Vi, Piltover Enforcer, as the next Legend to be added to the trading card game League of Legends: Riftbound in its upcoming expansion, Riftbound Unleashed. The expansion, set to release on May 8, will also introduce new mechanics such as Ambush, XP, Hunt, Level, and Token Battlefields. This follows the previous inclusion of Jynx, Loose Cannon, from the Arcane series in the game's first set.
Riot Details New Legends, Mechanics, and More For Riftbound's Third Set, Unleashed - IGN
Riot Games has detailed the upcoming third set for its trading card game, Riftbound, titled 'Unleashed,' set to launch on May 8. The expansion introduces new mechanics like Ambush, Hunt, and XP, along with 12 new playable Legend cards, including Diana and Lillia. A new Ultimate Rarity tier will also be added for collectors.
Exclusive Riftbound: Unleashed Card Reveal - Friendship
Riftbound, the League of Legends collectible card game, has revealed a new card called 'Friendship' from its upcoming 'Unleashed' set. This Calm (Green) Reaction Spell costs 1 Mana and provides a power boost based on the number of Bird, Cat, Dog, and Poro tags among friendly units. The artwork for the card was created by Kudos Productions.
Where to buy Riftbound Unleashed, the latest set for the hit new card game
This guide provides information on where to purchase Riftbound Unleashed, the latest set for the popular trading card game Riftbound. It details availability in the US and UK, listing retailers like TCGPlayer, Amazon, and Zavvi, and explains potential reasons for the set's scarcity, including high demand and resellers.
This Riftbound Unleashed Legend Card Highlights The New XP Mechanic
Riot Games' trading card game Riftbound is releasing its third expansion, Unleashed, on May 8. The expansion focuses on the jungling aspect of League of Legends and introduces a new XP mechanic, highlighted by the reveal of the Legend card Poppy, Keeper Of The Hammer. This mechanic allows players to gain and spend XP for card draw and other benefits.
Riot Games Previews New Riftbound: Unleashed Mechanics and New Ultimate Rarity
Riot Games has previewed the upcoming Riftbound: Unleashed set for its League of Legends trading card game, set to release in English on May 8. The set will feature over 220 cards, introduce new mechanics like Ambush, XP, and Hunt, and include four new champions: Kha’Zix, Lillia, Diana, and Ivern. A new Ultimate Rarity card, Baron Nashor, will also be introduced, appearing in less than one percent of packs.
Exclusive: Jhin joins Riftbound with absurdly powerful cards
The League of Legends card game Riftbound is adding Jhin in its "Riftbound: Unleashed" expansion in May. The expansion introduces new mechanics like Ambush, XP, and Hunt, along with over 220 cards including Champion Legends Kha’Zix, Lillia, Diana, and Ivern. The full set releases in English on May 8, 2026, with early access events starting May 1.
Brave The Deep Jungles Of Runeterra in Riftbound: Unleashed
Riot Games has announced details for Unleashed, the third set in the Riftbound: League of Legends Trading Card Game, launching in China on April 10 and globally on May 8. The set introduces new Champion Legends, mechanics like Ambush, XP, and Hunt, and a new Ultimate Rarity. Pre-Rift events will begin in early April and May, with Summoner Skirmishes opening in late May.
All Riftbound Unleashed spoilers – so far
Riot Games has begun revealing cards for the upcoming Riftbound collectible card game expansion, Riftbound Unleashed. The set is scheduled for an early May release in English, with previews being shared across various Western sources and China. The article details several revealed cards, including Baron Nashor and Master Yi, along with their abilities and stats.
New Riftbound cards and legends appear online for the next 3 sets
Information has surfaced online regarding the next three sets for the collectible card game Riftbound, developed by Riot Games and UVS. Set 3, titled Unleashed, is expected to feature 8 legends including Vex, Vi, and Pyke, with a reveal date of March 16. Sets 4 and 5 are also teased with potential new legends and card art, expanding on existing champions and themes.
Jax makes a surpising show of strength at Riftbound Vegas
Jax has emerged as a surprising strong performer in the Riftbound metagame at Vegas, reaching the top 8. This success is attributed to a specific deck build featuring Boneshiver for rune recycling and synergy with cards like Aphelios, which benefits from a recent rule change regarding equipment re-equipping.
Riot reveal first look at Riftbound Unleashed Cards list with Alt Runes
Riot Games has begun revealing details for the upcoming third set of Riftbound, titled Riftbound Unleashed. While the Chinese version is further along, English releases are catching up, with previews of new card art and mechanics expected to increase leading up to the set's launch in April/May. The article highlights early artwork for alt runes and mentions potential Legend cards for Ekko and Seraphine.
