LoL Nexus Blitz 2023: Everything You Need To Know!
To start off first introduced in the tempestuous times of Season 8, Nexus Blitz was an instant hit. The community's reaction was static, with players diving headfirst into the new mode Nexus Blitz. Riot Games, always with a keen eye on data insights, noted the mode's popularity and brought it back with a bang in Season 10. The changes made in 2021, especially concerning Events & Rewards, were met with a mix of applause and critique, showcasing the mode's dynamic evolution.
League of Legends has introduced numerous rotating game modes over the years. The 2v2v2v2 Arena, for instance, was a roaring success, so much so that Riot is contemplating its return in the near future. However, not every mode has been a crowd-pleaser. Nexus Blitz, was some where in between and Riot has said that when they needed feedback to make the game mode better and for it to be returned in the future with nessessary changes to hopefully please the player base of League.
Nexus Blitz 2023 Release Date
Tying in with the worlds League of Legends 2023 event, the return of Nexus Blitz is set to be grander than ever. Mark your League of Legends calendar 2023 because on October 24, 2023, players from different regions will once again dive into the frenzied battles of Nexus Blitz, If you're in EUW, EUNE, RU, or TR, the action kicks off at 8:00 am PT. Everyone else? Get ready by 1:00 pm PT! The lol worlds 2023 schedule is abuzz with excitement, and the association with the league of legends world championship 2023 only adds to the hype.
What is Nexus Blitz?
Dive into a returning game mode that's as perplexing as it is exhilarating. With matches typically lasting around 15 minutes, players can choose their lobby: Lane or Jungle. The map layout is a burst of creativity, featuring a Mid lane, Bot lane, and intertwining Jungles. A visual representation of the Nexus Blitz 2023 map is a sight to behold, a testament to Riot's dedication to the mode.
How Does Nexus Blitz Work?
Nexus Blitz offers a Draft Pick gameplay, with matches wrapping up in a brisk 15-20 minutes. When you're in the lobby, you've got three choices: Lane, Jungle, or if you're feeling flexible, Fill. Out of a team of five, two will gear up for the Jungle (don't forget your Smite!) while the other three hit the Lane. The battlefield? It's split into two main lanes: Mid and Bot, each flanked by its own Jungle.
All Events & Rewards In Nexus Blitz 2023:
In Nexus Blitz, events happen about every 3 to 3.5 minutes. The winning team gets rewards. The first event starts at 5 minutes and is shown during champion pick. Later events are announced 30 seconds before they begin.
Here's a list of All Nexus Blitz events:
| Event Name | Details |
|---|---|
| Bardle Royale (Classic) | Battle within a shrinking fiery ring on the map. The team that remains standing at the end claims victory. |
| Bardle Royale (Paranoia) | Engage in combat inside a fiery circle, but with limited vision similar to Nocturne's ultimate effect. The team left standing wins. |
| Bardle Royale (Juggernaut) | Inside the fiery circle, one random player from each team gets a health boost and the On Fire! buff at the onset. This buff enhances attack speed, power, and resource regeneration but increases damage taken. The last team standing triumphs. |
| URF Deathmatch | Players enter URF mode, cheered on by minions. The team that wins two out of three rounds emerges victorious. |
| Loot Teemo | A roaming Loot Teemo appears on the map. Players earn gold by striking him. The team that deals the final blow to Teemo wins the round. |
| Loot Veigar | A mobile Loot Veigar emerges on the map, casting Dark Matter and Event Horizon as he flees. Striking him grants gold. The team that lands the final hit on Veigar secures the win. |
| Push the Cart (Classic) | Guide a cart by staying close to it, directing it towards the closest enemy structure to demolish it. |
| Push the Cart (Attack / Defend) | Teams compete to destroy an enemy structure the quickest, with each team having its own cart to steer. |
| Prize Fight | Teams face off in sequential rounds of 2v2 and 1v1 battles. |
| King of the Hill | A specific map area becomes "the hill." Teams compete to control this area and repel opponents to win. |
| Scuttle Racing | Two scuttles race along a track. Each team has a scuttle champion, and the first one to cross the finish line secures the win for their team. |
| Protect the Soraka | Two Soraka bots enter the lane, but only one survives. Teams must defend their Soraka while targeting the opponent's. |
| DPS Check | This is akin to a training session where teams compete to outperform each other on a Teemo training dummy. |
Rewards
Now when you win somekind of an event within Nexus Blitz it's good to know what you could get a longwith the effect of it so here is a full list:
| Reward Name | Effect |
|---|---|
| Catapult of Champions | A cannon in your base lets you launch anywhere on the map. On landing, you deal damage and push enemies away. |
| Blessing of Blitzcrank | Your turrets and certain minions can now Rocket Grab enemies nearby for the game's duration. |
| Poro King | The Poro King joins your side, spitting fire at foes and occasionally healing allies. |
| Battle Sled | Jump on a sled from base to almost anywhere. The first rider decides the destination. |
| Guardian Angels | Every team member gets a one-off Guardian Angel effect for 90 seconds. |
| Statikk Shock | Players' basic attacks get a chain lightning zap for three minutes, great for clearing waves and foes. |
| B.F. Shields | Every team member receives a strong shield that lasts until it's depleted. |
| Cloud Soul | Enjoy massive speed boosts when out of combat and faster ultimate cooldowns for three minutes. |
| Ocean Soul | Heal and restore resources when dealing damage for a three-minute span. |
| Elder Dragon | For a short time, execute foes under a certain health level with the power of a MIGHTY DRAGON. |
