Summary
Period: 5th to 8th of July, 2013
Skins: Winged Hussar Xin Zhao, Wicked LeBlanc and Sorceress Lux
Champions: Nautilus, Jarvan IV and Veigar
Discount: 50%
Overview
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Conclusion:
It comes as no surprise that the star that shines the brightest this weekend is Sorceress Lux. That’s not to say that Wicked LeBlanc or Winged Hussar Xin Zhao are bad but they don’t have the shining charm of the Lady of Luminosity.
It can be said that Sorceress Lux offers modest changes and an uninventive concept. Nevertheless, it can also be said that the skin is brilliant as it nicely captures the appeal and aesthetic of a high fantasy sorceress. Sorceress Lux may be simple but it’s well done and certainly recommended for Lux fans.
Wicked LeBlanc manages to provide a certain refinement to the Deceiver but the aspect doesn’t really stand out. It also doesn’t help that it carries quite a few elements from her classic one. In the end, the skin delivers on its promise but fans of the 101 Dalmatians will probably find more to like than usual LeBlanc fans.
Winged Hussar Xin Zhao is a skin with an interesting concept but its execution is at odds trying to satisfy both historical accuracy and an exciting fantasy appearance. The result has issues but is acceptable and, ultimately, delivers its theme. Fans of Polish cavalrymen will find much to like but will have to excuse the stylization.
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| Nautilus | Veigar |
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Conclusion:
This weekend the depths of the oceans open their maw and release their titan to help avoid the farm. Nautilus it the option to save a good amount of IP farming but skin fans will find that this sale comes a bit too late. Only Abyssal Nautilus should be expected to be discounted in the coming future as both Subterranean and AstroNautilus have already been on sale this year. There are reasons to make the purchase but, with skins on mind, not that many.
Jarvan IV surely has a good wardrobe full of fancy armours and eye-catching lances. However, the fact that his IP price isn’t the highest makes a purchase not a straightforward thought. Depending on how much IP you usually accumulate the Prince could help avoid farming. Still, while his skins may go on sale anytime soon there will be a good wait until Warring Kingdoms is on the discount radar.
Finally, Veigar’s low IP price makes a purchase not the most attractive option. Aside from Leprechaun and Greybeard his skins could go on sale at any time. Regardless, it shouldn’t take long to accrue enough IP so, unless you need Veigar on short notice, there’s no need to rush.
Source: League of Legends News: Champion & Skin Sale: 7.05 – 7.08