Universe:Navori

Navori

Titles

Alias(es)

Ionian Region

Sociocultural characteristics

Nation(s)

• Ionia
• Noxus

Capital

Ionia City (Presumably)

Language(s)

• Ionian (Historical)
• Ionian (Modern)
• Va-Nox

Legislature(s)

Local Councils

Schools and Orders

Noxian Stewardship

Physical characteristics

General environment(s)

Thundra

Taiga

Temperate

Steppe

Oceanic

Mountainous

Island(s)

Ionian Mainland

Universe(s)

 Runeterra Prime

Navori is an Ionian region and province that spans the western half of the Ionian Mainland of the Ionian Archipelago. It is considered the most populous region of Ionia, being the home to various villages, prestigious schools, sacred magical gardens, and the iconic Placidium of Navori. After the invasion, the southwestern tip of Navori is currently controlled by Noxus.

Lore

Champions of Navori

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  Akali
• 
  Irelia
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  Ivern
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  Karma
• 
  Kayn
• 
  Kennen
• 
  Lillia
• 
  Shen
• 
  Syndra
• 
  Yasuo
• 
  Yone
• 
  Zed

Related Champions

• Jhin was a serial killer previously hunted and imprisoned down by Master Kusho, Shen, and Zed.
• Riven exiled herself to an unknown village in Navori.
• Sion attacked the Navori coastline during the second Noxian invasion.
• Swain lost his arm by Irelia during The Great Stand Of The Placidium.

Locations

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  The Placidium of Navori

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  The Placidium of Navori Map

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  Ahri In The Garden Of Forgetting

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  Azure Farms

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  Omikayalan

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  Life As One

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  Ionian Farm

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  Salt Farms

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  Thanze

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  Temple of Thanjuul

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  Weh'le 1

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  Weh'le 2

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  Weh'le 3

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  Weh'le Market during The Spirit Blossom Festival

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  White Cliffs Inn.

• Azure Farms: are a coastal area in Navori region of Ionia.
• Garden of Forgetting: The garden may be located here. Ahri has visited the garden at least once to erase her troubled memories. Its keeper is Ighilya (Ionian: 'Great grandmother'), also known as the Eater of Secrets, the Forgotten, or the Witch Gardener. The flowers and the fruit of the Garden have deep magical properties that can take away a person's memories or life essence.
• Ionia City: A large city on which Ionians were gathered and harmonized by the magic that is within the First Lands. Magical Quinlons scatter all across the borders. Like any other nations, the Capital is the seat of power for the Ionian Ruling Council which members include  Karma and Irelia
• Omikayalan: Known as the Heart of the World, the grove is a sacred place to all Ionians. The vastayashai'rei protected its most important landmark: the God-Willow, a massive tree, dripping with long gossamer leaves that shimmered with golden-green light. During ancient times, a battle between the groves protectors and Freljordian warriors ended with the God-Willow's destruction. The whimpers of countless beasts, the bawling of rivers, the howling of trees and the dripping tears of moss, they lamented the God-Willow's death in a symphony of mourning. Centuries have passed and at the place where the God-Willow once stood, a being known as the Green Father emerged with a clear mission and purpose: to protect all life and teach the world's people to respect and appreciate all that is.
• The Placidium of Navori: Situated at the heart of the continent, the Placidium is one of Ionia's most sacred places. Many have journeyed here to study at renowned schools, or meditate in its wild, magical gardens. Many of Ionia's most successful diplomats have spent at least some time studying at the Placidium. Undoubtedly, this was why it became such a tempting target for the invading armies of Noxus. It was at the Placidium that the people of Ionia finally took up arms against their Noxian enemies. But the cost of that day's victory was immense, and some now question if fighting back was the right decision, since the harmonious balance of their homeland may have been lost forever.
• Thanze: A city located in Southeastern Navori, it was ravaged by the Noxian Invasion of Ionia. The Navori Brotherhood and Zed's Shadow Order defended this city and its inhabitants.
• Temple of Koeshin: Located in Northwestern Navori, it is presumably the main headquarters of the Kinkou Order during the time of Master Shen. The White Cliffs Inn, located closely to the Temple. is the place where Shen and Zed first met after decades in order to find Jhin.
• Temple of Thanjuul: Located in Southeastern Navori, it is the Kinkou Order temple of Navori during the time of Master Kusho. During the siege of Thanze, Zed and his acolytes came for the Tears of The Shadow. Currently the Temple is controlled by the Shadow Order.
• Yasuo's Village: A place once ravaged by the Noxian invasion, it was once the location where warriors would learn rare Wind Techniques from masters like Elder Souma. It is the current residence of Riven.
• Weh'le: Weh'le is a phantom port, a hidden coastal village, protected by the mystical properties of Ionia. Unlike Fae'lor, she doesn't welcome outsiders, and you won't find her on the maps. Should Weh'le appear at all, it is always on her own terms, daring people into doing very dumb things. Most approach from the sea, dreaming of riches, discovery or maybe just a new start, only to have their hopes dashed in an instant. First, the shoreline that once called to them vanishes behind a dense wall of cobalt fog crackling with arcane power. The sea rises and falls violently before unleashing torrents of crushing waves. As the survivors cling to their splintered vessel, the fog pulls back for the briefest of moments, allowing them one look at the flickering lanterns of Weh'le cruelly saying goodbye just before the water pulls them down to the bottom of the Breathless Bay. Akali is a frequent visitor to the village, where she gets additions to her impressive dragon tattoo - and assassinates betrayers of Ionia seeking to flee the archipelago.
  • Weh'le Market: One of the more important locations in Weh'le, during the Spirit Blossom Festival it is filled with entertainers.
  • Weh'le River: Located next to the city. This small river holds great importance during the Spirit Blossom Festival, where numerous spirit blossoms bloom on its banks. Several shrines and titanic statues are scattered across the banks of the river. It is this place where Yasuo and Yone fought an azakana demon.

Wildlife

Yellow Crabs

Located near the coastal Azure Farms of Ionia Island, these specific crabs are attuned to the spiritual energies of the area. At certain times of the year, people might give offerings and gifts to the local sea spirits. If those offerings are appreciated, thousands of yellow crabs might walk onto the beaches and just wait to be captured later in the year.

Culture

Spirit Blossom Festival

Perennial

The Spirit Blossom Festival is an ancient and celebrated time in Ionia, when the door to the spirit world is opened, the dead return to their loved ones, and spirits of all manner turn their eyes towards the living. From the benevolent Kanmei, to the obsessive Akana—their stories play out again and again, like shadows on a paper lantern. Painters, musicians, calligraphers and other types of artists showcase their artistry to the public, especially children. When nightfall arrives and the Spirit Blossoms are at full bloom, the festival attendees gather at the nearest temple to release lanterns in the air while also giving respect to their fallen and deceased as well as wish for good fortunes. The war and bloodshed of the Noxian Invasion of Ionia had prevented the blossoming of the flowers, but eventually they have returned along with the festival. Some Noxians that live in or near the Noxian occupied areas of Ionia would also join in the festivity, though their presence is still met with some unease. Before the war, the infamous Khada Jhin was finally captured at a Blossom Festival held in Jyom Pass in Zhyun province.

Media

Related Music

Related Videos

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  Old Ionia concept 1 (by Riot Artist Matt Gaser)

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  Old Ionia concept 2 (by Riot Artist Matt Gaser)

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  Ionia "Awaken" Concept 1 (by Riot Artist Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier)

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  Ionia "Awaken" Concept 2 (by Riot Artist Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier)

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  Ionia "Awaken" Concept 3 (by Riot Artist Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier)

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  Ionia "Awaken" Concept 4 (by Riot Artist Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier)

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  Ionia "Awaken" Concept 5 (by Riot Artist Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier)

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  Ionia "Awaken" Concept 6 (by Riot Artist Efflam 'Du Couteau' Mercier)

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  Ionia "Awaken" Concept 7 (by Riot Artist Jason Chan)

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  Ionia "Perennial" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists Grafit Studio)

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  Ionia "The Lesson" Illustration

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  Ahri "Garden of Forgetting" Illustration (by Riot Artist Eric Canete)

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  Akali "Leaving Weh'le" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists Wild Blue Studios)

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  Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 3 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

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  Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 3 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

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  Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

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  Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 4 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

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  Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 5 Cover 1 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

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  Jhin, Shen and Zed "Zed Comic" Issue 5 Cover 2 (by Riot Contracted Artists Edgar Salazar and Andres Mossa)

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  Jhin "The Man with the Steel Cane" Illustration

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  Lillia "The Garden of Dreaming" Illustration (by Riot Contracted Artists Grafit Studio)

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  Yasuo and Yone "Kin of the Stained Blade" Illustration 1 (by Riot Contracted Artist IDEOMOTOR Studio)

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  Yasuo and Yone "Kin of the Stained Blade" Illustration 2 (by Riot Contracted Artist IDEOMOTOR Studio)

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  Yasuo and Yone "Kin of the Stained Blade" Illustration 3 (by Riot Contracted Artist IDEOMOTOR Studio)

See also

• Awaken
• Beyond the Garden
• Eduard Santangelo's Vastaya Field Journal
• Garden of Forgetting (Short Story)
• Leaving Weh'le
• Sisterhood of War Part 1: Old Wounds
• Sisterhood of War Part 2: The Unquiet Dead
• The Defiant Blade
• The Garden of Dreaming
• The Lesson
• The Man with the Steel Cane
• True Neutral
• Wild Magic
• Zed Comic

References

Ionian Archipelago