League of Legends is primed for the arrival of Patch 13.16, which brings forth significant changes to lethality items, including buffs to several of them, while Duskblade of Draktharr faces a nerf. Additionally, numerous champions are in for buffs and nerfs in this forthcoming update. Here's a comprehensive look at what's on the horizon.
Release Date for LoL Patch 13.16:
The anticipated League of Legends Patch 13.16 is projected to be rolled out on August 16th, 2023, in accordance with Riot's patch schedule. Initially, the patch will make its appearance on Oceanic servers, followed by a gradual deployment across other servers during the day.
Take note of the key rollout timings for Patch 13.16 based on your server:
- 3 AM PT (NA)
- 5 AM GMT (EUW)
- 3 AM CET (EUNE)
- 8 AM KST (Korea)
There will be a brief downtime during the patch implementation process, and matchmaking queues will be disabled approximately three hours before the patching commences.
Key Changes in LoL Patch 13.16
Duskblade of Draktharr Nerfs:
Duskblade, heralded as one of the premier lethality mythic items post its rework, has gained prominence for its ability to enable execution damage from abilities. Its popularity has extended beyond the assassin class, prompting Riot to dial back its potency slightly in order to discourage non-assassins from incorporating it into their builds.
Lethality Item Buffs:
In response to the Duskblade nerfs, AD assassins as a class receive a collective adjustment. Riot's approach is to bolster less favored lethality items to ensure that AD assassins don't bear the brunt of the impact of other champions building their items. Items such as Axiom Arc, Serpent’s Fang, and Prowler’s Claw are poised to receive buffs in Patch 13.16.
Champion Changes
Several champions are poised for buffs or nerfs in Patch 13.16:
- Akali: Buffs
- Brand: Buffs
- Caitlyn: Buffs
- Ekko: Buffs
- Karma: Buffs
- Lucian: Buffs
- Lulu: Buffs
- Milio: Nerfs
- Naafiri: Nerfs
- Rek’Sai: Nerfs
- Shaco: Nerfs
- Shyvana: Nerfs
- Sylas: Buffs
- Tristana: Nerfs
- Wukong: Buffs
Item Changes
- Duskblade of Draktharr: Nerfs
- Axiom Arc: Buffs
- Serpent’s Fang: Buffs
- Prowler’s Claw: Buffs
- Umbral Glaive: Buffs
These early notes provide a glimpse into the adjustments coming in League of Legends Patch 13.16. However, please bear in mind that specific details might change upon the official release. Stay tuned for more information as we approach the patch rollout.
