League of Legends' newest champion, Qiyana, arrived in the Rift earlier this week with patch 9.13. As her nickname alludes,the Empress of the Elements is able to harness the elemental powers around her with her abilities enhanced by the environment that surrounds her.
As detailed back when Riot
revealed her abilities, casting abilities near the rivers, walls, and brush on the map grant Qiyana's Edge of Ixtal (Q) and Supreme Display of Talent (R) additional powers. In RIot's official champion spotlight, the developer highlights each of her abilities and offers some top level strategy on how to play the new mobile burst assassin.
The elements at her command, Qiyana slashes, dashes, and grasses her way through all who may oppose her rule. As the Empress of the Elements, you’ll strategically harness the different powers of grass, stone, and water to demolish the enemy backline and pave your way to victory.
Qiyana is now playable on the live serves.
League of Legends patch 9.13 also introduced the new Teamfight Tactics mode as well as the Arcade 2019 event.