League of Legends fans around the world have been looking forward to the release of the Shan Hai Scroll skins for a long time. Since their first official announcement from Riot Games, the interest around this line has not subsided. And now, after months of waiting, guessing and discussing, the moment has finally come — new skins have become available on PBE, and players can see them live.
For the first time, Shan Hai Scroll was only slightly opened by Riot Games during Worlds 2020, and a full-fledged presentation took place at the All-Star 2020 event. Almost immediately after that, the skins became a hot topic for discussion: the community actively shared their impressions, and streamers and content makers on Twitch and YouTube sorted out every detail.
Shan Hai Scroll can rightfully be called one of the most detailed skins ever released in League of Legends. Each champion received a unique image inspired by Chinese mythology. Visually, the skins look mystical and atmospheric, and the feeling of immersion is enhanced by traditional Chinese musical instruments and soundtrack.
Players have been waiting a long time for the opportunity to try out new images, because after the All-Star event, the skins remained unavailable for several months. Now the wait has come to an end — the Shan Hai Scroll can finally be tested on PBE.
The line includes skins for 10 champions: Cho’Gath, Nautilus, Jhin, Karma, Annie, Alistar, Darius, Varus, Jinx and Neeko. Below is a brief look at each of them.
Cho’Gath:
In this image, Cho’Gath resembles a giant snake: its massive body is covered with scales, and sharp spikes protrude from the sides, emphasizing its terrifying appearance.
Nautilus:
Nautilus appears as a turtle-like creature dressed in traditional Chinese clothing, which gives it a more relaxed but still imposing appearance.
Jhin:
The image of Jhin refers to a military commander from the time of the ancient Chinese dynasties — strict, measured and perfectly fitting into his character.
Karma:
Shan Hai Scroll for Karma is inspired by classic Chinese legends. The palette is dominated by red and gold colors, complemented by sharp decorations and decorative elements.
Annie:
Perhaps the cutest skin in the line. Annie looks like an Asian princess — with a crown, elegant clothes and a truly charming image.
Alistar:
In this skin, Alistar embodies the image of a Chinese dragon. The main focus is on the green color, symbolizing nature and vitality.
Darius:
Darius is presented as a warrior in traditional Chinese armor. The armor glitters spectacularly in the light and highlights his every move.
Varus:
The image of Varus is inspired by a bird of prey. Aquamarine and white shades create a sense of calm and are associated with water.
Jinx:
Jinx received a more simplified but expressive design. Bright shades of turquoise, mint, purple and fiery red make the image truly memorable.
Neeko:
The Neeko skin is made in rich gold and bright colors interspersed with green, emphasizing the connection with the forest and nature.
In addition to the updated appearance and new sound effects, the Shan Hai Scroll skins have received unique animations. Each champion has their own return animation, and the abilities are decorated in colors that match their images and the general mythological theme.
As a result, the release of Shan Hai Scroll became a significant event for the League of Legends community. This line not only pays tribute to Chinese culture, but also adds new depth and atmosphere to the game. Players can personally evaluate the elaboration of the designs and the images inspired by lore. Riot Games has once again proved that they can make high—quality skins that are truly worth the wait – this time, drawing inspiration from the depths of Eastern mythology.
