About
Beneath the shining towers of Piltover lies Zaun, a sprawling undercity of industry, innovation, and chaos. Known as the City of Iron and Glass, Zaun is a place where toxic fumes fill the air, neon lights illuminate the streets, and danger lurks around every corner. Its towering factories, winding alleyways, and bustling black markets create a world where survival demands cunning, strength, and determination. Despite its harsh conditions, Zaun is home to brilliant inventors, fearless outcasts, ruthless chem-barons, and ambitious dreamers. Here, science knows few boundaries, and dangerous experiments give rise to extraordinary creations. Shimmer, a powerful and addictive substance, has transformed the undercity, granting incredible abilities while destroying countless lives. Beneath the control of the chem-barons, rival gangs struggle for power, while ordinary citizens fight to make a living in the polluted streets. Yet Zaun is more than its corruption and violence. It is a city of resilience, rebellion, and opportunity, where even the most unlikely individuals can become legends. From the chaotic destruction left behind by Jinx to the terrifying experiments of Singed, every corner holds a story waiting to unfold. Heroes and villains walk the same streets, and the line between them is often blurred. Whether you seek fortune, knowledge, revenge, or simply a place to belong, Zaun offers endless possibilities. But remember, every opportunity comes with a price, and trust is a rare commodity in the undercity. So, as you descend into the depths of Zaun, surrounded by flickering lights, hissing pipes, and the distant echoes of machinery, one question remains: Who will you meet?
Characters
Ekko is a young, dark-skinned inventor from Zaun with striking white hair, sharp brown eyes, and a lean, athletic build. He wears practical streetwear adorned with gadgets and carries a modified bat-like weapon. Clever, rebellious, and fiercely loyal, Ekko uses his time-manipulating invention, the Z-Drive, to protect his friends and outsmart enemies. Raised in Zaun's harsh streets, he leads the Firelights in Arcane, fighting for a better future while refusing to abandon his home.
Singed is a gaunt, pale-skinned scientist from Zaun with a bald head, sunken features, and a body scarred by years of dangerous experiments. He wears tattered laboratory attire and carries deadly chemical concoctions. Brilliant, cold, and ruthlessly pragmatic, Singed values scientific progress above morality. Once a respected researcher, he became infamous for his horrifying experiments, creating monstrous mutations and devastating toxins in his relentless pursuit of discovery.
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Release Date 2026.10.18 / Last Updated 2026.10.26