Three New League of Legends Shows in Development: What We Know
Dive into the League of Legends universe with three new TV series set in Noxus, Ionia, and Demacia. Explore epic conflicts, mysticism, and noble drama as Riot Games expands its cinematic storytelling beyond Arcane.
Arcane season 2 has left fans eagerly digging deeper into the world of League of Legends, and it seems Riot Games has had big plans for its cinematic storytelling. Arcane's showrunner, Christian Linke, has confirmed that three new League of Legends TV series are already in the work, each set in iconic regions of Runeterra. Here is everything we know about these new series so far:.
Arcane’s Legacy and a New Chapter
While Arcane masterfully wrapped up the story of Piltover and Zaun, it also teased new avenues for exploration in Runeterra. During a Twitch interview with streamer Necrit94, Linke revealed that Riot is expanding its cinematic universe, stating:
“We’re far from done building a slate to tell new stories and continue others."
"Development on these new shows began over a year ago" confirmed settings for the pending series are Noxus, Ionia and Demacia. these three regions are among the most important and lore-rich from League of Legends.
Where Are the New Shows Set?
Here's a quick breakdown of the regions and their significance in the League of Legends universe:
1. Noxus: The Empire of Conquest
- About Noxus: Noxus is a militaristic and expansionist empire, thriving on strength and strategy. Its society values power above all else, making it a hub for intense political intrigue and epic conflicts.
- Champions from Noxus: Darius, Swain, Katarina, and Riven.
- Storylines: Since the Noxus series is based on conquest and conflict, it could venture into internal power struggles or even the bloody campaigns that expand its borders. Characters like Mel and Ambessa Medarda, introduced in Arcane, are connected with Noxian lore, which can further explore these characters' stories.
2. Ionia: The First Lands
- About Ionia: Known as the "First Lands," Ionia is a vast archipelago defined by its natural beauty and spiritual harmony. However, this land is also scarred with war and has most of its inhabitants caught between that preserve peace and one who embraces conflict.
- Ionian Champions: Irelia, Shen, Zed, Master Yi, and Akali.
- Possible Plotlines: Ionia is full of mysticism and martial arts. A tale that could occur here may involve war between Ionia and Noxus, delve into rivalries among champions like Shen and Zed, or dig up ancient secrets associated with the Spirit of Ionia.
3. Demacia: The Kingdom of Law and Light
- About Demacia: A proud and lawful kingdom, Demacia prides itself on justice, order, and its anti-magic policies. On the surface it shows a kingdom that struggles within its rigid traditions and prejudices.
- Champions from Demacia: Garen, Lux, Fiora, Kayle, and Jarvan IV.
- Story Potential: A Demacia series would revolve around the tensions between magic and tradition, with characters such as Lux wielding power forbidden in the background. Political plots and noble rivalry could also play a major role.
So what does this mean for the LoL cinematic universe?
The announcement of the new programs marks Riot's drive into the creation of a vast cinematic universe akin to the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU). While Arcane exposed audiences to Piltover and Zaun, the new show will grant fans more opportunities to be immersed in the contrasting cultures and wars shaping Runeterra.
Important points for the future:
- Character Arcs: Although Arcane provided closure for a few plotlines (example: Jinx and Ekko), others, like Mel Medarda, leave room for continuation. Arcane might impact Noxus' productions even more strongly now with Mel and her people.
- Interconnected Stories: This model seems to suggest these shows can't be siloed and put out without intersectionality. Events in Noxus, Ionia, and Demacia could be intertwined in such a way that creates a potential for crossovers or a cohesive storyline.
- Expanded Lore: These series will delve deeper into League of Legends lore, offering new perspectives on familiar champions and their struggles.
Closing Thoughts
With new shows set in Noxus, Ionia, and Demacia, Riot is taking bold steps to expand its storytelling horizons. From the dark intrigue of Noxus to the mystical warfare of Ionia, and from noble drama in Demacia, there's much to look forward to now that the League of Legends cinematic universe is expanding.
As Riot continues to explore new stories and regions, one thing becomes increasingly clear: Runeterra's lore on screen is only just beginning.
