The Lunar Revel is League of Legends' annual celebration of the Lunar New Year, running since 2011. This event features special in-game content inspired by East Asian cultures and the Chinese zodiac.

Each year's celebration includes:

• Themed champion skins reflecting that year's zodiac animal
• Limited-time cosmetic items
• Special in-game consumables with festive names and icons
• Unique ward skins
• Exclusive summoner icons
• Themed login screens with special music

Notable Yearly Themes:

• 2011 (Year of the Rabbit): Launched with Lion Dance Kog'Maw
• 2012 (Year of the Dragon): Featured dragon-themed skins
• 2013 (Year of the Snake): Introduced Warring Kingdoms skin line
• 2014-2024: Expanded to include multiple skin lines like Lunar Beast, Porcelain, and Heavenscale

The event combines traditional elements like:

• Red and gold colors
• Fireworks themes
• Cultural motifs
• Mythological references

Skin Categories:

• Permanent: Available year-round
• Legacy: Limited availability during event
• Prestige: Special editions requiring event tokens or mythic essence

Recent additions include narrative elements and deeper cultural storytelling, moving beyond simple aesthetic changes to create rich thematic experiences that honor Asian cultural traditions while maintaining League's fantasy elements.

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