In Noxus, any citizen may rise to power regardless of race, gender, or social standing -- strength is all that matters. It was with committed faith in this ideal that Championship Riven strove to greatness. She showed early potential as a soldier, forcing herself to master the weight of a long sword when she was barely its height. She was ruthless and efficient as a warrior, but her true strength lay in her conviction. She entered battles without any trace of doubt in her mind: no ethical pause, no fear of death. Championship Riven became a leader amongst her peers, poster child of the Noxian spirit. So exceptional was her passion that the High Command recognized her with a black stone rune sword forged and enchanted with Noxian sorcery. The weapon was heavier than a kite shield and nearly as broad -- perfectly suited to her tastes. Soon after, she was deployed to Ionia as part of the Noxian invasion.
What began as war quickly became extermination. Noxian soldiers followed the terrifying Zaunite war machines across fields of death. It wasn't the glorious combat for which Championship Riven trained. She carried out the orders of her superiors, terminating the remnants of a beaten and fractured enemy with extreme prejudice. As the invasion continued, it became clear that the Ionian society would not be reformed, merely eliminated. During one bitter engagement, Championship Riven's unit became surrounded by Ionian forces. They called for support as the enemy closed in around them. What they received instead was a barrage of biochemical terror launched by Singed. Championship Riven watched as around her Ionian and Noxian alike fell victim to an unspeakably gruesome fate. She managed to escape the bombardment, though she could not erase the memory. Counted dead by Noxus, she saw an opportunity to start anew. She shattered her sword -- severing ties with the past -- and wandered in self-imposed exile. Now she seeks atonement and her own way to serve the pure Noxian vision in which she believed.
Championship Riven was designed by Xypherous.
When Xypherous was creating Championship Riven's character, her backstory was a little different. In her former backstory, she was a Demacian who was exiled for rescuing Noxian refugees from Demacian persecution.
After Championship Riven's backstory was changed to being a Noxian, Xypherous took some inspiration from the Japanese manga/anime series Rurouni Kenshin, particularly from the character Seta Sōjirō, the Heaven's Sword.
Her story is also reminiscent of Aragorn from Lord of the Rings saga; Aragorn was exiled with a broken sword which was reforged in his path to defeat Sauron and recover his kingdom.
Xypherous states that the theme he and Riot were going for with Championship Riven was, "Noxus is broken, but through my will and the fight - Noxus can be remade."
Championship Riven's name and title is likely reference to the Myst series of games, the second and third games being named "Riven" and "Exile", respectively.
Championship Riven's backstory and name also resemble Revan from the game Knights Of the Old Republic. In the sequel Knights Of the Old Republic 2 the main character is called The Exile.
"Riven" literally means torn apart, or broken asunder.
Championship Riven is voiced by Cristina Valenzuela.
Xypherous has stated that the original pitch for Riven was "gooder than good".
Championship Riven's skill set is inspired by Marth's move set from the game Super Smash Bros. Melee. Marth's character is originally from Intelligent Systems' Fire Emblem series.
Championship Riven was codenamed "Marth" during her design phase.
While most of her "Marth move sets" ended up not being used, her Broken Wings mirrors Marth's Dancing Blade.
After the release of Championship Riven's "Champion Sneak Peek", there was a preview of her appearance in PC Gamer Magazine.
When her "Champion Sneak Peek" was originally posted, Championship Riven's title was "The Exile", but was later changed into "The Shattered Exile". Her title has since been changed back to being "The Exile" in her "A New Champion Approaches".
Riven's "A New Champion Approaches" page was leaked accidentally in the announcements forum, but was then quickly replaced by the Golden Joystick Awards 2011 post.
Championship Riven was released concurrently with the end of Season One.
Championship Riven's dance is based on the "Water Dance of Braavos" from the HBO series Game of Thrones.
Before Championship Riven's release her passive, Runic Blade, was known as the "Art of War". This can be seen in her "Champion Spotlight".
In Riven's "Mechanics Preview", her Ki Burst was called "Ki Shout".
(Mike Laygo (Ohmikegoodness)) animated Riven. He also animated "The Kid" from the game Bastion.
Riven's Quote "A broken blade is more than enough for the likes of you!" is similar to Bleach's main character Ichigo Kurosaki who say "A dull blade is more than enough for the likes of you!" when battling Grand Fisher.
*Instructions*
1) Download the Silver Kayle's skin code for the desired region.
2) Open the .txt file you got.
3) Go at the store section and then click on Codes.
4) Enter your code and enjoy your skin and low amount of RP.
P.S. After you complete the survey you should recive the .txt file with code for skin, just use the skin special code so the script know what to export in .txt file.
Tier 1 : around 10% probability
Tier 2: around 20%
so on ...
Skin special code: r12Zd
