Yunara is rumored to feature a unique kit combining magic damage crits, AoE basic attacks and stealth mobility
Yunara is the next champion set to join League of Legends, taking on the role of a marksman in the botlane. First revealed in the Spirit Blossom: Beyond cinematic at the start of Season 2, she’s expected to become playable between late June and mid-July, most likely during patches 25.13 or 25.14.
While Riot has yet to officially reveal her full kit, a detailed leak from Big Bad Bear has surfaced, outlining all five of her abilities. If accurate, Yunara is shaping up to be a unique ADC, mixing magic damage, stealth, and AoE.
Leaked Ability Kit: First Look at Yunara’s Gameplay
According to leaks, here’s how Yunara’s abilities will work:
- Passive: Critical strikes deal bonus magic damage. The passive also includes an additional “one-hit” effect, though its exact nature is still unclear.
- Q: Grants bonus attack speed and causes Yunara’s basic attacks to deal area-of-effect damage. This suggests strong waveclear and pressure in teamfights.
- W: Throws a boomerang that sticks to enemies and slows them. It’s unclear whether the boomerang returns or has any reactivation mechanic.
- E: Grants movement speed and makes Yunara invisible for a few seconds.
- R: Temporarily boosts her stats and enhances her other abilities.
Altogether, this kit paints Yunara as a hybrid-damage marksman with strong teamfight tools, elusive mobility, and a scaling fantasy that may rival champions like Kai’Sa or Aphelios—but with an Ionian twist.
Confirmed facts about Yunara
Here’s what’s officially known so far about Yunara, her origin, role, and aesthetic:
- Role: Yunara is an ADC (Attack Damage Carry), specifically designed for the botlane. Riot's Director of Content Strategy, Brian Cearns, has confirmed she is not a support.
- Region: She is from Ionia, a region associated with nature, balance, and spiritual traditions.
- Cinematic Reveal: She made her first appearance in Spirit Blossom: Beyond, the Season 2 cinematic released on April 30, 2025.
- Expected Release Window: Yunara is expected between patches 25.13 and 25.14 — between June 25 and July 16, 2025.
- Visual Aesthetic, her design features:
- Soft blues, greens, and golds.
- Lanterns and lotus flowers as motifs.
- A tranquil, almost ethereal Ionian style.
- Spirit Blossom Connection:
- She appears to be tied to the Spirit Blossom thematic event that is currently going on in Season 2.
- A Spirit Blossom skin at launch is very likely.
Expectations and speculations
Here’s what the community and players are speculating based on clues, themes, and patterns:
Gameplay Style:
- Likely tactical and methodical, not high-burst or flashy.
- May involve zoning, area control, or interactions with terrain or positioning.
- Could include mechanics tied to flowers or spiritual energy, possibly lotus-based effects.
Personality Influence:
- Her shy and reserved nature might be reflected in animations and abilities that emphasize grace and finesse.
- Riot may be exploring a less aggressive ADC archetype, shifting away from the typical bold or explosive playstyle.
Synergy and Team Role:
- It could require protection or setup to shine in team fights.
- May offer utility or AoE effects, potentially opening up new team comp strategies.
- Raises questions about her scaling and role in late-game scenarios.
Community Reception:
- Many players are excited by her unique look and Ionian narrative.
- Some express disappointment, wishing for a darker or more unusual concept (e.g., a new Darkin).
- The overall mood is curious optimism, with gameplay being the deciding factor.
Yunara represents an intriguing and fresh addition to the League of Legends roster. While official details confirm her role and origin, much of her gameplay and impact remain speculative. Ultimately, Yunara’s true success will hinge on how well her design and mechanics translate into engaging, innovative gameplay that can carve out a distinct identity in a crowded botlane meta.
Header Photo Credit: Riot Games/Big Bad Bear
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