Wild Rift: Renekton Release Date and Abilities Explained

Renekton’s release date in Wild Rift has gotten a lot of attention after the debut of the two assassin champions Kha’Zix and Rengar in the game. Renekton is the next champion who will be released during the course of Patch 2.2. Renekton is expected to be released on May 12, 2021. He is the last champion to be released for Patch 2.2 in Wild Rift. If you are curious about the hero and what he brings to the table, here are more details about the upcoming champion in Wild Rift. 

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Renekton Wild Rift Release Date

Renekton is expected to be released on May 12, 2021, following the release of Kha’Zix and Rengar in Wild Rift. He is the last champion to be released as announced by the devs in the Dev Diary for Patch 2.2.  

Renekton is a fighter-type champion in Wild Rift that is best suited in Baron Lane but can be played in the Jungle or Mid Lane in certain situations. He has pretty high base damage with decent sustain that allows him to survive team fights while continuously dealing damage to enemies around him. The problem is, his abilities are far too simple that it is very predictable and can often put you in a bad situation against experienced players. 

Wild Rift Renekton Abilities

Here is a quick look at Renekton’s abilities. 

Passive: Reign of Anger

His attacks generate Fury, at maximum Fury, he gains bonus effects on his abilities. The Fury gained is increased when his HP is low. 

1st Skill: Cull of the Meek

Swings his blade to deal physical damage to targets around him, and heals for a portion of the damage. If Renekton has more than 50 Fury, the damage and healing value is increased.

2nd Skill: Ruthless Predator

Slashes a target twice, dealing physical damage and stuns them. If He has more than 50 Fury, Renekton can slash three times and the stun duration lasts longer.

3rd Skill: Slice and Dice

Dashes in a direction, dealing damage along the path. When at max Fury, his dash will reduce the armor of enemies hit.

Ultimate: Dominus

Renekton transforms into Tyrant Form, gaining bonus health and dealing damage around him. While in this form, he gains Fury periodically. 

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Renekton is expected to be one of the easier champions to play in Wild Rift, but thanks to his skill ceiling he is very rewarding to master. It will be interesting to see how he fits into the current Meta in Wild Rift.