Teamfight Tactics Lead Designer Stephen “Mortdog” Mortimer has released information regarding the changes in Patch 9.15. In addition to buffs and nerfs, there are also complete reworks of classes and origins this time.
What changes specifically come with the patch? Mortdog posted an image on Twitter, which gives insight into buffs, nerfs, and reworks of Patch 9.15.
However, he does not reveal which specific changes will be made.
When will Patch 9.15 be released? There is no exact date for the patch yet. However, updates usually come in a two-week rhythm. Patch 9.14 came with many changes on July 17.
Patch 9.15 is likely to be deployed next Wednesday, July 31.
Buffs for Archers and Pirates
Who can look forward to buffs? In addition to several champions, there are also buffs for two classes and for the win streak. Specifically, the following will be strengthened:
- Ashe
- Karthus
- Kindred
- Yasuo
- Guardian
- Pirates
Interestingly, Ashe is already a strong champion, and Ice Spirits are popular. They are played together with Archers, so a buff to Kindred also plays into the hands of the combo.
Karthus, a champion who is already strong, will also receive a buff thanks to the origin Phantom, which harmonizes with Kindred.
What will be weakened? As for the nerfs, Kennen will finally be addressed, who is currently not only very strong but also plays an important role in many combos as a Ninja and Elementalist.
Apart from Kennen, the nerfs will also affect other content in TFT:
- Ionic Spark
- Demons
- Dragons
- Player damage
Demons are currently very strong, and a nerf is therefore justified. It is suspected that the damage reduction from magic will be adjusted to the item Dragon Claw.
Lastly, the damage players take at the end of a duel will be reduced. In the future, games may therefore last a bit longer.
What will be completely overhauled? Riot Games currently seems to be dissatisfied with some classes and origins. There will be reworks of:
- Knights
- Ninjas
- Nobles
- Voids
What the overhauls will look like is not yet known. Yordles and Assassins will also receive minor adjustments, though there is no indication of whether these will be positive or negative.
How will the meta develop? As long as specific changes are not disclosed, it can only be speculated how the meta will look in the future.
Ice Spirits and Archers will certainly benefit from Patch 9.15. However, Mortdog has already announced that adjustments for Ice Spirits are planned for Patch 9.16.
Gunslingers in combination with Pirates and Blademasters will not really be changed by the patch and will remain useful.
Assassins, who received a minor nerf in Patch 9.14b, will likely continue to be played, as well as Beasts and Sorcerers.
The reworks of origins and classes will certainly be exciting. They could potentially turn the entire meta upside down.
Patch 9.14 caused a lot of chaos at its release. This primarily affected League of Legends itself:
