Riot Games has rolled out League of Legends Patch 26.17 to live servers today, introducing a sweeping batch of balance changes targeted at competitive solo queue and pro play ahead of upcoming regional championship qualifiers.
Key champion adjustments tone down early-game jungle dominance for Graves, Nocturne, and Xerath, while granting scaling buffs and defensive adjustments to melee carries including Irelia, Qiyana, Yasuo, and Yone. Item adjustments reduce Sundered Sky's burst attack damage while boosting Stormrazor's attack speed scaling.
The patch also launches the new Heartsong Seraphine, Ocean Song Soraka, and Ocean Song Jinx cosmetics. Find more competitive MOBA coverage on [/news](/news).
Key Takeaways & FAQs
- Category: Game Update.
- Date: August 26, 2026.
- Source: Riot Games.
Q: Which champions received nerfs in Patch 26.17? A: Graves, Vayne, Nasus, Nocturne, and Xerath received stat reductions and damage adjustments.
Q: What new skins arrive with Patch 26.17? A: The update introduces Heartsong Seraphine, Ocean Song Soraka, and Ocean Song Jinx.