Spirit Blossom is a series of skins in League of Legends. A fictional universe from the Runeterra Prime stories told during the Ionian Spirit Blossom festivals, as well as a possible afterlife in the Ionian myths. Champions represent the characters from those stories.[1]
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.
Akana & Kanmei
Spirit Blossom Kindred Chromas: Aquamarine, Catseye, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Peridot, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire In Ionian tradition, the spirits of Lamb and Wolf wear a different guise: that of the Taker, a child who appears at the end of all things, and her beloved Beast. Together, the two frolic and play until called to perform their duties. They do not know where they came from, but it is said they feel loss for someone they knew long ago…
4Spirit Blossom Kindred (5Level 2, 5Kindred's Spirit Journey) The Kindred appear as two--the eternal child and the ever-hungry beast--but in truth, they are one being of a single mind and purpose. Delighting in one another's company, they run and bound throughout the spirit realm--until the time they are called upon to perform their never-ending duties. "A fleeting glimpse of what is to come." - Lamb
Spirit Blossom Sett Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire Kanmei are peaceful spirits, while akana wander in perpetuity. Yet legend tells of a spirit of both worlds—akana and kanmei—at odds with himself. The spirit enjoyed eternal bliss until, spurned by his father, he sought vengeance. Now the Banished Son searches among the slain for worthy warriors with whom to spar, preparing for his greatest fight yet.
Akana
Spirit Blossom Akali Chromas: Citrine, Emerald, Obsidian, Paragon, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Tanzanite, Turquoise A young warrior's master warned her of the world's cruelty and the dispassion it required, then told her to cut out her heart. But when she raised the blade, she could not do it. She would face the world, heart intact. She ran, seeking a new path, and found the Burning Shade—a master who did not demand her heart, but destroyed it all the same.
Spirit Blossom Alune Twin spirits herald the day's end in one version of an old Ionian tale. They are brother Midnight and sister Moonlight, two sides of a heavenly coin. Night breaks beneath the brother's shroud, cast across the firmament, a pitch-black canvas upon which his luminous sister dances as she trails a veil of stars.
Spirit Blossom Cassiopeia Chromas: Citrine, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise There once was a princess as clever as she was beautiful, who harbored a bitter feud with her sister. Convinced she was the rightful heir to the throne, she tried to poison her rival—but instead, serpent scales bloomed across her soft skin. The Alluring Serpent disappeared that night into the mountains, but the faithful still seek her counsel to this day.
Spirit Blossom Darius Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise A soldier claimed a magical axe among his spoils of war. The axe gave him great strength, and he decimated his enemy before he was ignobly struck down. But the axe would not let him rest—it demanded more bloodshed. Risen again as a raging spirit, the Axeman is cursed to stalk the fields where great soldiers have fallen, thirsting for the thrill of battle.
Spirit Blossom Hwei Chromas: Amethyst, Catseye, Emerald, Obsidian, Paragon, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Turquoise It is said, the Artist roams—obsessed with the soul's liminal space, where light and dark collide. He wields kanmei and akana essence to reveal the heart of those he paints. Chancing upon a divine temple, he painted its guardian Archer. But the portrait twisted into pure rage—a lesson to be true to oneself, lest the Artist expose what lies beneath.
Spirit Blossom Irelia Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Obsidian, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Turquoise The Ready Hand was a devoted bodyguard to the Wandering Queen. Yet when her duty to protect was eclipsed by a desire to see her queen happy, calamity followed. The kingdom fell, and the queen died in her arms. Now, as an akana spirit, the Ready Hand roams the endless night, burdened by regret.
Spirit Blossom Lillia Chromas: Amethyst, Citrine, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise According to legend, a fawn and a caretaker served faithfully side by side as the guardians of a sacred forest. But the woods were set aflame and reduced to ash. Consumed by loss, the Timid Fawn is said to roam the land, reliving the destruction in her dreams—slowly awakening to the hope that slumbers within her, still waiting to bloom.
Spirit Blossom Master Yi Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise The Lonely Master took but one apprentice in his lifetime and poured all of his wisdom into him, believing he had found a successor. When his student betrayed him, however, the Lonely Master perished—not by the blade, but from a broken heart. Thus he was doomed to search forever in vain for his lost pupil—the sole heir to his legacy.
Prestige Spirit Blossom Master Yi Yi arrives at the Spirit Blossom Fashion Festival, donning tinted shades and the finest fabrics. While others prefer to celebrate with close family and friends, Yi revels in the attention his outfit brings, intent to cement his style "legacy".
2Spirit Blossom Master Yi (2Level 2, 1Master Yi's Wuju Style) The Spirit of Legacy is a tragic entity, a swordsman lost in a perpetual search for a pupil worthy of his tutelage... ...yet is it a warrior's potential that Master Yi seeks? Or is it a sturdy heart--one that could never betray his trust? "Do not disappoint me." - Spirit Blossom Master Yi
Spirit Blossom Morgana Chromas: Superbloom Twins, born of branch and bloom, guarded mortals from afar. But one sister yearned to feel as mortals do, and from this hunger made masked, demonic children—becoming the Grovemother. She traded places with a queen of nearby lands… but her children followed, bringing ruin and death. Now imprisoned in her grove, she still longs for the fullness of emotion.
Spirit Blossom Riven Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite A blademaster of old was famed for cutting down hundreds in battle without mercy. But her sword remembered every life taken—and when she swung at what would be her final enemy, the weeping blade shattered, taking the Restless Warrior with it. Her spirit is said to still scour the world for the blade's lost pieces, haunted by her own bloody legacy.
Spirit Blossom Soraka Chromas: Citrine, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Turquoise Long ago, a star shone above the First Lands, smiling as she gently lit the world below. But a stone giant envied the star's light, and tore her from the heavens. Heartbroken, the star plummeted to the earth. It is said to this day that the Stolen Star walks among mortals, bestowing her radiance upon them—a beacon of hope to some, but blinding to others.
Spirit Blossom Thresh Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire Ionians often speak of the Soul Collector in hushed warnings—for it is he, this obsessive spirit, whom they believe tempts the dead away from their path to salvation. “Beware his greed,” they say, for those he finds and entraps will be locked away for eternity, baubles in his prized collection of souls.
Spirit Blossom Tristana Chromas: Citrine, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise Those who seek glory, or something akin / Little Laughing Luck will greet with a grin / She harbors no favorites, no motives to name / All are equal when playing her game / An unfruitful harvest, the farmers attest / Has no better spirit than her to redress / But steady your hand, or pay a great price / For fortunes can change with a roll of the dice…
Spirit Blossom Varus Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise As guardian of a peaceful temple, the Archer welcomed a wandering Artist, allowing him to shelter with his beloved monks. But when the Artist painted him, the sorcerous portrait leapt from the canvas and ravaged the temple. The Archer's grief hardened to fury. Now, he hunts the wicked Artist, hoping to bring peace to those he could not save.
Spirit Blossom Vayne Chromas: Citrine, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Tanzanite It is said the Lone Huntress took up arms against the demonkin she believed responsible for ending her bloodline. She pursued the monster, slaughtering all in her path, until her body gave out and her wrathful spirit continued the chase. To this day, she is said to still hunt—blinded to the truth that she has in turn become a monster, marred by revenge.
Spirit Blossom Yorick Chromas: Citrine, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise The Ashen Caretaker was once a man who, alongside a timid fawn, tended to a sacred forest with the utmost care—until it burned to the ground before his eyes. His heart, too, crumbled to ash, for it had forgotten death gives rise to new blooms. Now the flowers he tends seem to blister in flames unseen, his gardeners now howling creatures of the night.
Prestige Spirit Blossom Zed Chromas: Vivid Legend speaks of the Burning Shade, a warrior who sacrificed himself for a noble cause, only to see his allies fall. Believing his sacrifice meaningless, grief consumed his soul until all that remained was shadow and rage. Now, he haunts wayward warriors, sparking fires in their hearts until they, too, join him as clones of smoke and shade.
Kanmei
Spirit Blossom Ahri Chromas: Ahri-versary, Aquamarine, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz Some believe the Gatekeeper takes the shape of a fox. Some see other animals—but her role in all tales remains the same. A capricious, whimsical spirit who treats the fates of the living as a game of chase, she offers a path to salvation for souls who seek their final rest… but she will not intervene should they stray.
2Spirit Blossom Ahri (2Level 2, 2Ahri's Charm) When mortal souls cross over into the spirit realm, they are drawn inexorably to the Spirit of Salvation--a spirit as elusive as she is enchanting. Should any mortal prove clever enough to follow the spirit's winding path toward their eternal rest, they may even catch a glimpse of her true visage: strikingly vulpine and unimaginably ethereal. "I can make your still heart beat again." - Spirit Blossom Ahri
Spirit Blossom Aphelios Chromas: Catseye, Citrine, Emerald, Night Blossom, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Tanzanite, Turquoise Twin spirits herald the day's end in one version of an old Ionian tale. They are brother Midnight and sister Moonlight, two sides of a heavenly coin. Night breaks beneath the brother's shroud, cast across the firmament, a pitch-black canvas upon which his luminous sister dances as she trails a veil of stars.
Spirit Blossom Ashe Chromas: Catseye, Obsidian, Pearl, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise Myth tells of the Wandering Queen, whose curiosity led her to trade places with the Grovemother. The cost of this choice was high, and she returned to see her loyal Ready Hand and the Grovemother locked in combat. Throwing herself between them, she died in the Ready Hand's arms, her final words an apology. Now she roams the wilds, guiding the lost.
Spirit Blossom Bard Chromas: Amethyst, Catseye, Emerald, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Turquoise It is said that the Keeper of the Garden drifts among the flowers, gathering wayward memories left behind by travelers who wished to forget their pain. Though some are not yet ready to settle, the sprites of memory remain safe in the Keeper's care.
Spirit Blossom Evelynn Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Turquoise Mortals burdened by pain and fear may pray to the Sorrow Eater to alleviate their burdens. But every gift comes at a price. One tale recounts a woman whose weighty emotions had made her the prey of demonkin. The Sorrow Eater offered to dine freely on her desires and memories—and when she was sated, the woman was at peace, free of pain…and of feeling.
4Spirit Blossom Evelynn (4Level 2, 4Evelynn's Last Caress, 1Desperate Husk, 1Stubborn Husk, 1Scattered Husk, 1Breakneck Husk, 1Haunted Husk, 1Warded Husk, 1Enraged Husk, 1Thrashing Husk, 1Hardy Husk, 1Fading Husk) A being without judgment, the Spirit of Love welcomes any into her intimate embrace. Thief or nobleman, pauper or queen--be it anguish, fear, or unrequited love... ...the adoring Evelynn will take everything there is to take. "Abandon all your hurt. All your anguish. All you desire." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "You weren't strong enough for your empire, love--but your weakness fills my heart." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "Such a vicious, prideful bearing... but I know how powerless you feel, darling. Rest your head in my lap." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "Such captivatingly strange sorrow you bear, creature from a between-world. Relinquish it, and be at peace." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "Sweet lady, your compassion blinded you to duplicity, but do not fret. I will drink up all of your pain." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "You've been lost for so long, haven't you? Poor little thing." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "Such lust for status. Surrender your greed, and find relief." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "Your moon's light can't reach you here, sweet thing--so I will keep you warm." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "We're cut from the same cloth, you and I. We always get what we want." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "Shed the noble façade that hides your anxious heart." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn "It's so hard to fight when all seems lost, hm? Entrust your dwindling hope to me. I will not waste it." - Spirit Blossom Evelynn
Spirit Blossom Ivern When the Wandering Queen died, she was buried beneath the tree planted on the day she was born—a tree said to watch over her for all her days. She awoke in a world beyond, clutching one of its branches, which she shaped into a sacred bow. As the branch bloomed, the guardian tree revealed its spirit—a friend who'd been with her all along.
Spirit Blossom Karma Chromas: Citrine, Emerald, Obsidian, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sandstone Long ago, the First Spirit of the Lands shaped two sisters—born together, yet bound by different fates. For a time, she watched over them, but when her gaze turned elsewhere, one strayed, creating twisted life in monstrous masks. Faced with the cost of her neglect, the First Spirit vowed never to turn away again, binding herself to endless rebirth.
Spirit Blossom Kayle Chromas: Citrine, Emerald, Obsidian, Paragon, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sappire, Tanzanite, Turquoise The First Spirit shaped two sisters—one from the sturdy bough of a tree, the other from its ephemeral bloom—and named them the Branchwardens. The first was steadfast and just. The second, powerful but troubled, crafted demonic children, forcing the maker to bind them to a grove. With her sister sealed away, the Branchwarden stands, forever watchful.
Prestige Spirit Blossom Lux Chromas: Vivid When a kind young woman freed a trapped creature—a spirit in disguise—she was offered a single treasure. Among dazzling riches, she chose a plain gray stone, told it could help many. It was no stone at all, but a shell with two glowing pearls. In her hands, they became a staff of light, a gift the Lady of Pearls now uses to guide others through darkness.
Spirit Blossom Nidalee Chromas: Amethyst, Catseye, Emerald, Obsidian, Paragon, Pearl, Ruby, Tanzanite, Turquoise The Tale of the Wise Cat is told in many ways across Ionia, but all begin the same: “There once was a cat who lived far beyond her years...” Though age brought power, allowing her to shift form between feline and mortal, her questions only deepened. She searched for answers, unaware that the wisdom she yearned for had always lived within.
Spirit Blossom Syndra Chromas: Catseye, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Turquoise Those who seek freedom may offer prayers to the Fluttering Joy, a savior of lost souls. One story recounts a tree that wrapped its roots around a wandering wisp. The wisp struggled in vain, until the spirit tore away the roots that bound it tight. She watched as the wisp tasted freedom again—a blessing she is said to bestow upon all she meets.
Spirit Blossom Teemo A lover of tricks both benign and onerous, the Prankster King has graced Ionian fables for millennia. In villages that border enchanted woods, mothers warn their children not to wander far, lest this mischievous spirit will twist their paths away from home. If you are naughty, they whisper, he may even swap your feet inside your shoes!
Prestige Spirit Blossom Teemo Having abstained from pranking his “best friend forever” literally once, the Spirit of Salvation has gifted Teemo with his wildest dream—becoming shiny and gold. Never one to leave anybody alone, ever, he has promised his BFF to prank them at every opportunity, every day, until they die and join him in the spirit realm. Good luck to them.
1Spirit Blossom Teemo (1Level 2, 1Teemo's Mushroom Cloud) "Eat 'em while they're fresh! Don't be shy, there's more than enough for everyone!" "I think you'll find the taste quite... explosive! Hehehehe!" "Blowing my friends up with spirit 'shrooms never gets old!" - Spirit Blossom Teemo
Spirit Blossom Yasuo Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Pearl, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire Pride once set the First Lands aflame, as recounted in the Tale of the Warring Brothers. The Younger was a roguish yet respected lord, until he was accused of crimes against his people and took up arms to defend his reputation. Both brothers fell in their final clash—a fatal lesson in hubris.
4Spirit Blossom Yasuo (4Level 2, 2Yasuo's Steel Tempest) Brother...may the wind carry my request to you: I ask for your understanding, and only your understanding... ...because I know I may never ask for your forgiveness. "May the wind blow us all toward redemption." - Spirit Blossom Yasuo
Spirit Blossom Yone Chromas: Aquamarine, Catseye, Emerald, Night Blossom, Obsidian, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Tanzanite Pride once set the First Lands aflame, as recounted in the Tale of the Warring Brothers. The Elder was a lord who upheld tradition and duty in serving his people, until he was forced to confront his own kin. Both brothers fell in their final clash—a fatal lesson in hubris.
Spirit Blossom Zyra Chromas: Catseye, Emerald, Obsidian, Rose Quartz, Ruby, Sapphire, Tanzanite, Turquoise Once, there was a woman with a broken heart who longed to forget her sorrow. A powerful spirit, moved by her plight, granted her wish. The woman's tears turned to blossoms, her body took root, and the Garden of Forgetting was born. Now, weary hearts wander into its embrace, hoping the blooms will ease their grief.
Maybe this is the year. Sett leaves home once again to find his akana father, the Spirit of Abandonment. Will the spirits along the path lead him away? Or will he finally find the way back to his mother?
Spirit Blossom loading screen borders and summoner icons could be purchased through a 1900 bundle for epic skins and a 2370 bundle for the legendary skins.
Spirit Blossom loading screen borders and summoner icons could be earned through through the Spirit Blossom Beyond Act 1 Battle Pass.
Spirit Blossom loading could be earned for opening the 80th Ancient Sparks (Guaranteed) or 1 Ancient Spark (by 0.5% drop rate).
Spirit Blossom loading screen borders and summoner icons could be earned for 250 event tokens or purchased through a 1900 bundle for epic skins and a 2370 bundle for the legendary skin.
Prestige Spirit Blossom loading screen borders and summoner icons could be earned for 2000 event tokens during the 2022 Spirit Blossom event.
Spirit Blossom loading screen borders and summoner icons could be earned for 250 event tokens or purchased through a 1900 bundle for epic skins and a 2370 bundle for the legendary skin.
Prestige Spirit Blossom loading screen borders and summoner icons could be earned for 2000 event tokens during the 2020 Spirit Blossom event.
Spirit Blossom was originally pitched as a reboot to the Sakura skin line, which includes Sakura Karma & Sakura Runespirit.[2]
This theme was initially introduced in the Perennial short story as stories told during a Navori Spirit Festival. The characters represented by the champions are actual folk tale characters in Ionian myths.
"They took your home, Lillia. Do not forget this loss. Let it course through you."
"Poor lost spirits beckoning to bloom. I've been waiting for you..."
During the Summer of 2020 (from July 22nd till August), the Nexus Blitz map and game mode were updated to match the Spirit Blossom skin-line that was released during this period. Spirit Bonds was also released, which stood in for the missions interface.
Spirit Blossom Ahri's kimono is supposed to be wrapped right side over left side as in Japan it is believed that only the dead wrap right over left; however, several artworks depict her wearing it the "alive" way. [3]
In Legends of Runeterra, there are Spirit Blossom versions of followers such as:
In Ruined King, it is revealed that the Spirit Blossom Festival is a festival where Ionians commune with the dead. Spirit Blossoms are sacred flowers that blossom when dead spirits are near.
Most Spirit Blossom skins depict champions as embodiments of myths from various Ionian tales within the main Runeterra Prime canon. Prior to V25.13, they instead represented what each champion might be like within the skin's alternate universe.
The only exception is Spirit Blossom Kindred — The Spirits of Death. This skin represents how some Ionians envision Kindred, in contrast to Chosen of the Wolf, which represents them Noxian interpretation of the entity, known as the Taker. A Lamb mask worn by Satokka can be seen in the story artwork for Perennial, hinting at this cultural perception.
Spirit Blossom Sett's Kanmei badger is named Truffle, while his Akana badger is named Southpaw.[5]
The Spirit Bond dialogues, while not completely canon, offer some insights into the characters and settings:
The Spirit Realm has an abnormal flow of time, allowing events to happen without order. There was once an entity who controlled time in the realm, but Spirit Blossom Thresh had done something to him when he found out Time was attempting to hinder his collection.
Spirit Blossom Ahri arrived in the realm at some point after Thresh. They were originally friends due to their similarities, but later became opposition for their differences.
Spirit Blossom Yasuo and Spirit Blossom Yone are two brothers growing up close together, but fell apart in adulthood due to their family's pressure. Eventually, Yasuo was accused of treason and eventually faced his own brother, resulting in the deaths of both. In the afterlife, they are looking forward to seeing each other again for reconciliation.
Spirit Blossom Vayne is a huntress that is trying not to become a demon herself due to her obsession with the a primordial demon of pain (something similar to Fiddlesticks that feeds on pain like Evelynn) that destroyed her home.
Spirit Blossom Cassiopeia is the daughter of her village's headman. After he died, she inherited his estates, but also gained his enemies in the process. She handled them easily, except the last one who is her own sister. Left nothing due to her father not approving her marriage, she schemed to take back her father's estates, forcing Cassiopeia to run away. Due to the bad weather at the time, Cassiopeia fell off the cliff and died.
Spirit Blossom Kindred's dialogues use the most well-known tale about the birth of Kindred where the Grey Man, a god of death, cut himself in half to never be alone anymore. It is implied certain parts of him still wander somewhere in the Spirit Realm.
Spirit Blossom Riven is a warrior who died in battle that is trying to accept her death.
An explosive game mode known as Nexus Blitz. Traverse down one of two different paths in order to attack your enemy at their weakest point. Work with your allies to siege the enemy base and destroy their Nexus!
Spirit Bonds is a dating simulator game and game mode within the League of LegendsClient that was available from July 22, 2020 to August 24, 2020. It is tied with the Spirit Blossom universe.
Legends of Runeterra (or LoR) is a card game developed by Riot Games (development name was Project Bacon).
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Microsoft Windows, Android, iOS
Teamfight Tactics content
Teamfight Tactics
Teamfight Tactics (or TFT) is an autobattler by Riot Games. On PC, it is currently only playable through the League of Legendsclient as a game mode, with a standalone application available for mobile.
Ruined King: A League of Legends Story (or Ruined King) is a story-driven, turn based role-playing game (RPG) developed by Airship Syndicate and published by Riot Forge.
Featuring fan-favorite champions, innovative turn-based combat, and beautiful art direction along with brand new surprises and plenty of poros, Ruined King: A League of Legends Story advances the stories of many champions in the LoL Universe and offers an exciting new way to experience the World of Runeterra.