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In November 2023, Riot Games revealed the addition of new in-game champion quests and noted that they will be introduced in League of Legends Season 2024. What's different about these new quests, when compared to the old, existing ones, is that they provide in-game bonuses to the victor or the champion who wins the quest.
With over 160 champions, League of Legends has a rich lore and some of these champions are related to one another. They could be friends, foes, siblings, blood relatives, lovers, or even have a master-apprentice dynamic.
However, most of these plot-lines are overlooked and often forgotten by players. Riot Games hopes to change this moving forward, as it plans to introduce more champion quests, that highlight the story of two champions in the game.
New Champion Quests in League of Legends
Champion quests in League of Legends are in-game events that are centered around two or more related champions in opposing teams. These quests have always existed in the game. For example, players would immediately recall the classic Kha'Zix vs Rengar quest called "The Hunt Is On."
Another famous champion quest is the 'Catch me if you can!' quest. This quest is prompted when Jinx is against either Vi or Caitlyn.
Now, with the new champion quests for 2024 in League of Legends, when two specific champions are on opposing teams, both teams gain an objective. The teammates should work together to help their ally take down the marked enemy. Doing so will give the victor a slight bonus or a buff.
What Are the New Champion Quests in LoL Season 2024?
In Season 2024, Riot Games is adding some fun and unique in-game quests that highlight specific champion rivalries and these quests will give champions unique buffs when they complete it.
Here are some of the new ones that have already been found on the public beta environment (PBE):
1. Bel'Veth vs Jax: Fishing in the Lavender Sea
While on paper there seems to be no connection (lore-wise) between Jax and Bel'Veth, it is to be noted that Jax is the last remaining person of Icathia, which gets completely destroyed by the Void. The quest is all about killing Baron Nashor. Jax or Bel'Veth must hurry to slay the void monster first before the other does.
Bel'Veth Instructions:
Bel'Veth's grand design starts with the cry of the Baron. Contributing to taking Baron Nashor permanently enhances Bel'Veth and dooms Jax.
"None will stand in my way, not even the Icathian warrior. All will end in my beginning."
Bel'Veth win:
Drown the Doomed: Slaying Baron Nashor has empowered Bel'Veth. Killing Jax now drops Void Coral that grants Bel'Veth her true form.
"The fire of Icathia dims. My sea of silence reigns eternal."
Bel'Veth Loss:
Back to the Abyss: Bel'Veth did not slay Baron Nashor, preventing her from reaching her true strength.
Jax Instructions:
Jax must prevent Bel'Veth from consuming the world, starting with Baron Nashor. Contributing to taking down Baron Nashor empowers Jax in his fight against the void.
"Great. If the Void Empress eats this place, where am I meant to fish!?"
Jax Win:
Apex Angler: Slaying Baron Nashor has empowered Jax. Jax gained 5 stacks of Bel'Veth's passive, Death in Lavender, and gains an additional 5 stacks each time he slays Bel'Veth or assists in her defeat. Gain attack speed per stack.
"Baron, Bel'Veth - hah! No one's takin' this world, not now, not ever."
Jax Loss:
Jax did not slay Baron Nashor, preventing him from reaching his true strength.
2. Shen vs Zed: Battle of Spirit and Shadow
This quest is all about Shen preventing his teammates from getting killed while Zed tries to slay two enemies.
Shen Instructions
Shen must prevent Zed from using the full power of the shadows. Damage and take him down before he can kill 2 nearby allies.
"Zed is too far gone. I will stand against his shadows."
Shen Win:
Enforced Equilibrium: Shen has defeated Zed, protecting allies and restoring harmony to the battlefield. The Shield from Ki Barrier is now 30% stronger.
"No mourning Zed. I press on, empowered by the spirits I've saved."
Shen Loss:
Overwhelming Shadow: Shen could not Shield his allies. Darkness has won this day.
Zed Instructions
Zed must prove the power of the shadows against Shen. Kill 2 enemy champions near Shen while avoiding getting taken down by him.
"Shen represents weakness. I welcome the might of the shadows."
Zed Win:
Enlightened Shadow: Zed defeated Shen, finding strength in darkness. Contempt for the Weak deals an additional 2% of the target's max health.
"Shen's equilibrium did not protect them from me - for I have no equal."
Zed Loss:
Thwarting Spirit: Zed's power was not enough to eliminate Shen's allies before falling to him in battle.
3. Renekton vs Nasus: Bad Blood
Renekton Instructions:
Kill Nasus while Renekton's Ultimate Ability, Dominus, is active.
Renekton Win:
Wrath Empowers: With Nasus' defeat, Renekton's Ultimate Ability, Dominus, now lasts longer and grants additional size.
"That dog is no brother of mine. He is dead - I am death!"
Renekton Loss:
Dominus, Defeated: Renekton has fallen to Nasus' will. The size Renekton gains from his Ultimate, Dominus, has decreased.
"What am I? Dust and blood, back in the dark?"
Nasus Instructions:
Kill Renekton while Nasus' Ultimate Ability, Fury of the Sands, is active.
Nasus Win:
Wisdom Exalts: With Renekton's defeat, Nasus' Ultimate Ability, Fury of the Sands, now lasts longer and grants additional size.
"My brother's savagery endangered us all. The sands will soon know peace."
Nasus Loss:
Burial of the Sands: Nasus has fallen to Renekton's rage. The size Nasus gains from his Ultimate, Fury of the Sands, has decreased.
"I failed Renekton, failed Shurima. The Butcher of the Sands returns in chaos and carnage."
