Wild Rift Patch 6.1 Goes Cosmic in Mid-April

Get ready for an interstellar adventure with the launch of **LoL: Wild Rift Patch 6.1: Ascending Stars** later this month! This update is not just a patch; it's a cosmic overhaul that will transform everything from the menus to the battlefield, immersing you in the Dual Nova galaxy, home to the Challenger’s Star and Adventure’s Star.

Three new champions are set to shake up the meta with their unique abilities. First up is **Ryze, the Rune Mage**, who brings devastating area-of-effect damage and the strategic ability to teleport teammates across the map with Realm Warp. Next, **Nocturne, the Eternal Nightmare**, thrives on chaos, using Paranoia to plunge enemies into darkness, creating perfect opportunities for ambushes. Lastly, **Zilean, the Chronokeeper**, masters time itself, slowing down foes and even reviving allies with Chronoshift.

Several champions are also receiving significant reworks. **Garen**'s Courage will now scale over time, enhancing his tankiness, while his Judgment ability will be even more effective at shredding enemy armor. **Ambessa** is transitioning from the jungle to the Baron lane, with adjustments to her damage and life steal capabilities. Additionally, **Diana, Fiora, Jax, Sona, and Kalista** are getting smaller but impactful tweaks to their kits.

Beyond champion updates, a new **Bandle-inspired Rift** is set to invigorate non-Ranked modes. This whimsical environment includes Enchanted Gifts that appear through portals during the laning phase, adding a fun twist to your gameplay. Mages, in particular, will benefit from new item updates, including the **Bandle Fantasy item** which boosts burst damage. The **Hextech GLP800** now slows enemies with frost bombs, and **Malignance** enhances ultimate abilities, making spellcasters a formidable force on the battlefield.

Ranked mode is also getting a fresh start with the new season, coinciding with the launch of the Challenger’s Star. Expect updates to the Ranked store and an easier path to earn seasonal rewards. Midway through the patch, the **Adventure’s Star** will unlock, introducing **AAAARAM**—a revamped ARAM mode with additional augments and stunning galactic visuals.

The **Wild Pass** accompanying this patch introduces two eye-catching skins: **Wondertown Twisted Fate** and **Battlecast Nasus**. Twisted Fate’s new look will debut an entirely new skinline, adding even more flair to your champion collection.

Mark your calendars for the release of **LoL: Wild Rift’s version 6.1 patch** on **April 16th**. Head over to the official website for more detailed information and to prepare for the ascent into the stars!