Summary
Period: 24th to 27th of October, 2014
Skins: Panda Teemo, Temple Jax and Totemic Maokai
Champions: Draven, Fizz and LeBlanc
Discount: 50%
Overview
Rice buns, monastic life and a living totem might seem to have little in common. However, this sale gives them a familiar talking point. Let’s see where this leads us.
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Conclusion:
Without going much further than similar skins, Panda Teemo is alright but hardly a breakthrough. The new particles for his traps are nice but the model can look strange. It’s an acceptable option for fans of cute furry creatures but Teemo can do better.
Simple and to the point Temple Jax practically embodies the style of the monk he represents. That’s only to a point as there is a noticeable deal of artistic freedom and in the end the result is appealing but far from impressive. Fans of Jax will find it a good skin as long as they don’t expect anything remarkable.
Taking Maokai’s distinct face and sapling’s look aside, Totemic is a skin that lacks any interesting features. It manages to have a clear identity but only thanks to the mentioned elements. Considering the low price it’s an alternative for fans of the Twisted Treant yet not a particularly engaging one.
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| Fizz | LeBlanc |
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Conclusion:
The best way to save IP is by letting the best do what he does best: be him. Draven is the choice because there’s nothing like him; at least this time. Fizz isn’t as good an option despite his tricks; regardless, it can be enough of a saving. LeBlanc isn’t a clear case, as should be expected. Her reasonable IP price means that it’s possible to avoid some farming but it’s not a price that should be too much trouble.
Draven is Draven regardless of how he dresses up. For instance, in August he appeared as a Soul Reaver yet it didn’t take one line to identify him. For that reason it’s more natural when he’s seen as a Gladiator, like in June, he fits the show perfectly.
In October Fizz took a trip to Atlantean lands and in September to the Tundra. With all that travelling spending some time as a Fisherman should be a welcome change; as it was in April. It would certainly be better than seeing him falling to the Void; which will eventually happen.
While still early for a Mistletoe dress, it could pay to be prepared. Nonetheless, in June we could enjoy LeBlanc’s Prestigious show and in April her Wicked sense of fashion. It seems like little but chances are that LeBlanc has something in store as she usually does.
Source: League of Legends News: Champion and Skin Sale: 10.24 – 10.27