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Patch 26.16 notes
Updated 2026-08-22
A tempo-focused patch that beefs up turrets and passive gold to slow down early snowballing, gives ADCs more early resistance against mages, and reins in roam-heavy supports, alongside new Faerie Court skins and three ninjas joining League Classic.
Buffs
- ADC champions
Early-game magic resistance increased to improve matchups against mages
- Azir
Received a round of buffs to improve his win rate
- Gwen
Received a round of buffs to improve her win rate
- Kennen
Received a round of buffs to improve his win rate
Nerfs
- Turret damage
Champion AP ratio against towers cut from 40% to 20%
- Bel'Veth
Toned down after overperforming in the jungle
- Camille
Toned down after overperforming in top lane
- Poppy
Toned down after overperforming
Adjustments
- Turrets
Base turret health increased roughly 15% across the board
- Passive gold
Income floor raised while top farmers earn less, netting all champions about 215 more gold
- Support Role Quest
Bonus progress from roaming and combat removed in favor of lane presence
- Nasus
Kit adjusted to rebalance his power level
New content
- Faerie CourtNew skin line arrives for Bel'Veth, Gwen, and Lulu
- League ClassicAkali, Kennen, and Shen join as playable ninjas with older kits