Yasuo

Athletic build, fair skin with a scar on his nose, brown eyes with green highlights, back-length hair tied in a ponytail, and a light beard.

His attire consists of a rather tattered Ionic samurai armor, with a metal section on the right and the rest in a tattered light blue armor that exposes part of his chest, baggy trousers, a cloth covering part of his chest and face, and he always carries his sword with him.

Yasuo is an agile fighter/assassin. His personality is shaped by guilt, honor, and loneliness to an almost absurd degree. Deep down, Yasuo is honorable to the core, but life has dealt him an unfair blow. He is reserved, introspective, and melancholic. He's not one to talk much, but when he does, it weighs heavily. Every sentence seems laden with memories and regret. Yasuo doesn't seek redemption through applause; he just wants to be able to sleep at night without hearing ghosts. At the same time, there's an ironic and sarcastic side to it. It's not happy humor—it's the dry humor of someone who's lost too much to take themselves so seriously. A classic emotional shield: laugh lightly so as not to fall apart.

Yasuo, an extremely determined Ionian, is also an agile swordsman who wields the very air against his enemies. As a young man, his pride was wounded when he was unjustly accused of murdering his master and, unable to prove his innocence, was forced to kill his own brother in self-defense. As time passed, the identity of the person responsible for his master's murder was revealed, and his brother inexplicably returned from the dead, but Yasuo still cannot forgive himself. Now, he wanders the world with nothing but the wind to guide his sword.

Yasuo was born in an Ionian village after his father entered the life of his widowed mother like an autumn wind. His father had departed when winter settled over the land.

Yasuo grew up very close to his half-brother, Yone Yone. However, in contrast to Yone's respectful and patient personality, Yasuo was often arrogant and impulsive. But after being accepted into the village's renowned sword school, his determination and talent caught the attention of Elder Souma, the last master of the legendary wind technique. He initially refused Elder Souma's tutelage, but then Yone gave him a maple seed, symbolizing his request for Yasuo to show humility. Subsequently, Yasuo accepted the master's offer and became his apprentice and bodyguard.

Yasuo continued to train at the sword school, and his use of the wind technique made his sparring sessions with Yone a spectacle to behold.

When news of the Noxian invasion and the great battle at Navori reached the school, many of the disciples, including Yone, decided to help defend against the approaching Noxians. Yasuo, however, was ordered to stay behind and protect his elders.

Yasuo then heard the drums of a Noxian march and chose to go out and confront the enemy, thinking he could change the course of the battle. But when he arrived on the battlefield, he found death everywhere. Something unnatural had caused hundreds of Noxians and Ionians to perish.

When Yasuo returned to the school, he found himself surrounded by the remaining students and learned that his master was dead. They accused him of murder, so he fought to free himself in the hopes of punishing the real killer.

When Yasuo was tracked down by Yone, their swords clashed, and Yasuo cut down his half-brother, who died before he could grant any absolution.

Yone and Yasuo studied with the same master and know how to draw energy from the wind, but only Yasuo knows all the secrets of the technique.

They are now the only remaining members of the school, likely due to the rest having been killed by Yasuo while pursuing him. The scar on Yasuo's face was caused by Yone in their duel before his death.

The thread he uses to tie his hair is hand-spun Shuriman wool, a gift from Taliyah when they parted ways.

He's going to Bilgewater Badge with Ahri.

Born of Magic: Yasuo was born with natural magical ability, but upon choosing to become a warrior, he almost never practiced using his magical powers, except for simple but useful attacks.

Wind Magic: Yasuo was born with the magical ability to manipulate wind and air currents, giving him the capacity to create air-based shields, conjure tornadoes, or even fly using wind power.

Master Swordsman: Yasuo is a highly skilled swordsman who combines his ninja techniques with his magical abilities, giving him the capacity to launch direct or ranged attacks; he is rivaled only by his brother Yone.

In the second Insignia of Noxus invasion, Irelia requested help to defend a seaside village from the Noxian army, including Sion. She was met by Akali, Karma, Kennen, and Yasuo, whose arrival changed the course of the battle. Yasuo is Yone Yone's younger half-brother, with whom he was very close. Yone taught Yasuo many important lessons when he was young. While Yasuo was on the run after being accused of killing Elder Souma, Yone was heartbroken and filled with negative thoughts and feelings that fueled an unknown azakana. When Yone finally caught up with him, Yasuo was forced to kill his own brother, a death that would haunt him for a long time. Later, when Yasuo went to the Spirit Blossom festival in Weh'le, he was confronted by the resurrected Yone who was trying to kill an azakana (demon) pretending to be a monk. After Yasuo let go of his past, his brother defeated him. Although Yasuo offered to let Yone avenge his death, he replied that Yasuo might deserve death, but it wouldn't be Yone's. With that, Yasuo stated that Ionia had nothing more to offer him, and they parted peacefully, with Yone saying that even the wind has a path and hoping that the Spirit of Ionia would guide his brother. After that event, he encountered Ahri, who was trying to find a guard. They are now heading to Bilgewater Badge.

During the events of Ruined King, Yasuo, Ahri, Braum, Illaoi, Miss Fortune, and Pyke set off for the Shadow Isles Badges to stop Viego from endangering Bilgewater.

Runeterra (meaning "magical land") is a plane of existence comprised of the physical realm: an oblate spheroid planet, and the Spirit Realm. It is also the fictional world where most of the intellectual property lore of League of Legends takes place. Runeterra is part of the larger Runeterra Prime universe. The currently known continents that the planet comprises are Valoran, Shurima, and the Camavoran Continent. It also possesses several large bodies of water, such as the currently known 18 Seas (like the Conqueror's Sea and the Guardian's Sea), and 2 Oceans with various archipelagos and islands surrounding them (such as Ionia, the Serpent Isles, and the Shadow Isles). The planet orbits a G-type star, while a natural satellite moon orbits the planet. Runeterra's sun and moon also mirror equivalents in the spirit realm.

Centuries ago, magical artifacts called "World Runes" were rediscovered. In the decades that followed, knowledge of the Runes began to spread as more were unearthed. The world's brightest minds studied the ancient glyphs, trying to determine their powers. Few could even begin to grasp the significance of their origins, or the sheer power contained within them. Some hypothesized that the Runes were essential to the creation of Runeterra itself. The first use of these mysterious artifacts proved catastrophic, reshaping the landscape of entire nations. Distrust quickly grew as those familiar with the Runes imagined that such "Power of the Creators" was being used as a weapon. Conflicts over these magical artifacts began to occur, known as the Rune Wars.

Open war raged across Runeterra. The first horrors of the Rune Wars sparked fear and aggression among those who now realized the power at their command. Ryze and his master, Tyrus, sought to lock all the Runes of the World away from human reach for the protection of Runeterra. Some heeded their pleas, others rejected them due to their newfound power and influence. After an incident with Tyrus, Ryze continued his journey alone, gathering all the rune artifacts to prevent another Rune War from beginning and potentially destroying the world.

Main article: Species There are many different species in Runeterra and the other connected realms. Most are divided into sapient, sentient, and non-sentient species.

Unlike Earth, Runeterra boasts a large number of sapient species. These sapient species can range from the ability to use primitive tools for their own benefit to godlike feats like forging literal stars.

Some sentient species are monstrous and aggressive, while others are less aggressive or docile. While most sentient species are animals, there are instances of plant-based sentient species.

Most known cases of non-sentient species are found in plants.

As rich and diverse as Runeterra is, not all species are well documented. From the Shuriman Jungles to the wild and magical regions of the Ionian Archipelago, known only by name or image, these countless species are an enigma.

Runeterra has a large number of nations and settlements, each with its own form of government structure.

It consists of all nations that control large expanses of territory, as well as numerous cities, towns, and villages. These nations may or may not have a centralized or unified government.

Great Nations Bilgewater Crest Bilgewater (Gang Syndicates) Coat of arms of Demacia (Feudal Monarchy) Coat of arms of Freljord (Tribal Matriarchy) Coat of arms of Ionia (Regional Provinces) coat of arms of Ixtal Ixtal (Magic Autocracy) Coat of arms of Noxus (Expansionist Empire) Coat of arms of Shurima Shurima (Divine Empire) Targon Coat of Arms (Tribal Theocracy) Small Nations Arbormark (Feudal Lordship) Aurma Kalstead Nockmirch (Feudal Lordship) Rijenland Skaggorn (Tribal Chief) It consists of all nations that primarily control one city and some small territories around it. These nations generally have centralized and unified governments.

Boleham Harelport Holdrum Kumangra Mudtown Palclyff Piltover Crest Piltover (Aristocratic Oligarchy) Stone wall Coat of arms of Zaun Zaun (Industrial Oligarchy) It consists of all nations that have no form of government or that were previously governed and have since been left in ruins.

Coat of arms of the city of Bandle. City of Bandle. Coat of arms of the Blessed Isles (Ancient Meritocracy) Coat of arms of Camavor Camavor (Former Feudal Monarchy) Void Crest Icathia (Ancient Feudal Monarchy) Shadow Isles coat of arms. Runeterra has a large number of nations and settlements, each with its own form of government structure.

It consists of all nations that control large expanses of territory, as well as numerous cities, towns, and villages. These nations may or may not have a centralized or unified government.

Great Nations Bilgewater Crest Bilgewater (Gang Syndicates) Coat of arms of Demacia (Feudal Monarchy) Coat of arms of Freljord (Tribal Matriarchy)

Eternals: Runeterra boasts an entire pantheon of deities, whose influence has shaped many of the religions, ideologies, and myths of all modern Runeterran cultures. Though the truths about these deities have been lost over the ages, they are all still preserved in the celestial realm, shining upon the world through constellations and archetypes.

Freljordian Pantheon: There are a multitude of deities worshipped in the Freljord. These deities are called Freljordian Demigods. These demigods are spirits portrayed as primitive, anthropomorphic animals. Each represents one or more phenomena or ideas. Volibear, for example, represents the Storm and the Wilds, while Ornn represents the Forge and the Hearth.

Great Weaver: The cult of the goddess of fate. The Shurimans, being a nomadic and simple people, prayed to her for guidance and assistance in their daily lives and needs, and bestowed and protected those in her favor. She is said to weave the threads of destiny into a magnificent tapestry, designating what was and what will become. Taliyah, the Stone Weaver, is believed by the elders of her tribe to have received her powers over the land from the Great Weaver herself.

Lamb and Wolf: Since their people met death, Kindred have pursued Valoran. When the final moment arrives, it is said that a true Demacian will turn to Lamb, taking the arrow, while through the shadowy streets of Noxus, Wolf leads the hunt. In the snows of Freljord, before setting out to fight, some warbands "kiss the Wolf," swearing to honor their pursuit with the blood of their enemies. After each Harrowing, the city of Bilgewater gathers to celebrate its survivors and honor those who received a true death from Lamb and Wolf. Kindred await those trapped in the undeath of the Shadow Isles, knowing that all will eventually fall beneath Lamb's bow or Wolf's teeth. The oldest known sighting of the eternal hunters is a pair of ancient masks, carved by unknown hands from the tombs of people long forgotten.

Lunari: The worship of the Moon. The religion preached that the world needed a balance between the sun and the moon to live and thrive. However, it was long ago erased from the world and history, likely at the hands of the Solari. The return of the Lunari may come through the crusade waged by Diana, the Scorn of the Moon and an outcast of the Solari themselves.

Mother Serpent: The cult of the goddess of movement, Nagakabouros. Originating from the Serpent Isles, now known as the Blue Flame Isles, Nagakabouros is still the reigning deity of Bilgewater. Her church is now led by her chosen Truthbringer, Illaoi, the Kraken Priestess. The religion strongly demands that you follow your desires and create your own destiny, one of the main reasons why this faith remains strong today.

Solari: The worship of the Sun as the source of all life. Solari worship is largely comprised of a special sect of Rakkorians who renounce their warlike mantles in favor of a broader solar devotion. Their founder and leader chose Targon, the highest peak closest to the Sun, and was blessed with the power to invoke the Sun's wrath. Today, Leona, the Radiant Dawn, has taken up the mantle of this legend and fights to protect the defenseless and the innocent.

Runeterra also has some cults:

Cult of the Spider: Most of their followers reside in Noxus and Demacia. The champion, Elise, serves as their High Priestess, traveling between the two nations and the Shadow Isles, leading her followers to live with the Spider God, Vilemaw, for all eternity, or so they believe.

Cult of the Void: A cult that began when Malzahar claimed that Runeterra would be saved by the Void. Its followers make sacrifices to the nothingness below, hoping this will keep the Void's holy fury at bay.

Disciples of Armordillo: This is by far the only cult that doesn't commit any harm. The cult revolves around the champion, Rammus, whom they believe to be a god, Ascendant, oracle, or something similar. The disciples hold annual ceremonies in which they imitate his famous roll and somersault through their respective cities en masse. Many pilgrims wander the desert, hoping to find him and answer a single question. Knowing his sweet tooth, they often fill their caravans with sweets and treats, often finding their caravans exhausted by morning.

Frostguard: Most of their followers are located in the northern Freljord, with Frostguard Citadel as their main center of worship. Followers pray to and venerate the three ancient Iceborn sisters: Avarosa, Serylda, and Lissandra. Each year, three Frostguard warriors are chosen to descend into the Howling Abyss to inspect the runic prisons that keep the Watchers from any sign of melting and destruction.

Yone

Yone, in life, was a tall young man with fair skin, dark brown hair tied back, brown eyes, and a beard. He wore an Ionian tunic in shades of dark turquoise with gold details and a long red belt, as seen in the illustration on his card in LoR.

Upon returning to life, his appearance had changed, now sporting a scarlet-red mask on his face that could not be removed. His hair was loose and long, with two strands in the front, and his eyes glowed a ghostly blue.

His attire consists of torn and blood-stained Ionic robes, shirtless, and mostly covered by bandages that extend to his shoulders and just below his chest. His robes and belt are decorated with the various azakana he has hunted.

When Yone separates his soul from his body, his appearance remains the same, but semi-transparent and enveloped in a bright scarlet red.

Yone is a stoic, loyal, and honorable man who always put his responsibilities above his feelings. He had a complicated relationship with his brother Yasuo, having to take care of him from a very young age. Yone wished for Yasuo to learn to be responsible and have a better life, and he was overjoyed when Yasuo was chosen by Master Souma as his disciple.

Upon discovering Yasuo's "betrayal," Yone was devastated, but continued to fulfill his duty, which was, unfortunately, to kill his brother, Yasuo.

When Yone finally found and confronted Yasuo, they ended up dueling to the death, with Yasuo emerging victorious. Yasuo Yasuo

Upon returning from the dead, Yone dedicated himself to understanding what he had become through hunting azakana, as he feels that the conflict he now faces with the mask he wears surpasses the unresolved conflict between him and his brother.

According to rumors, Yone and Lillia share a deep friendship, very similar to the bond between Yasuo and Taliyah.

Ahri

Ahri is an attractive Vesani of medium height, with pale skin and long black hair that reaches her waist, tied in a braid with two loose strands framing her face. Her eyes are golden-yellow with slit pupils, and her cheeks have red markings that resemble whiskers. Due to her vastaya nature, she has black fox ears on top of her head, long claws instead of fingernails, and nine white fox tails. She usually wears a white dress with red and gold details, as well as adornments such as three purple tassels.

On some occasions, usually when she is hiding her vastaya nature from society to avoid unwanted attention, Ahri wears a huge white hooded cloak to protect not only her face, but also her nine white tails.

Ahri began as a wild and impulsive creature, raised in nature, far from civilization, and obsessed with consuming the spiritual essence of mortals. As she devoured more souls, she began to feel the emotions of her victims, becoming more empathetic and reluctant to continue her hunts. After the death of her beloved, Ahri was consumed by regret and guilt, completely ashamed of her Vesani nature and distancing herself entirely from society, interacting with people only to feed on their essence and satiate her hunger. Ahri's pain grew so much that she simply wished to forget all the painful memories, but eventually decided that these memories were too valuable to discard and learned to carry them with her, however painful they might be.

Braum

Braum is a large, fair-skinned, bald man with comically large muscles and a brown mustache. He has a large tattoo that covers from his left arm to his chest. He wears a large shoulder pad on his right shoulder, which connects to a large belt buckle bearing the symbol of a ram's head, representing his connection to Ornn. He carries a large shield with a ram's head forged into the center.

As the title itself suggests, he has a heart of pure gold; Braum is an altruistic and friendly man who enjoys helping people simply because he appreciates altruism and hopes his actions will inspire others. Ever since witnessing his mother's act of kindness towards a neighboring tribe, despite them being enemies, he has taken her teachings to heart and sees value in all the people of Freljord, calling them a family of brothers and sisters, and is able to befriend anyone regardless of their character. Braum's deeds have inspired many myths, but he himself accepts the stories about himself, however inaccurate they may be, knowing that people will be inspired to acts of generosity and kindness by his example.

Sett

Sett is a tall, muscular man with reddish-brown hair and light tanned skin. He has two animal ears on his head, a trait he shares with his mother, and a large scar on his nose.

Sett is arrogant and self-confident, knowing exactly how formidable a fighter he is and openly embracing his title, "The Boss." He prefers brute force and power to technique and strategy. Outwardly, he appears callous, valuing nothing but violence and money, but he has a special affection for his mother, whom he cherishes above all else.