League of Legends' upcoming battle pass has sparked controversy as players discovered the free Alistar skin is merely a recolor of his base model, marking a significant departure from the game's usual skin quality standards.

A Reddit comparison revealed that the new Noxian fighting pit-themed skin only features minor color adjustments - red hair, a purple tank top, and darker muscles - with no model changes to Alistar's base design.

This decision has drawn sharp criticism from the community, who point out that such basic recolors haven't been seen since Enchanted Galio in 2010. Even the free Unchained Alistar skin, previously given to YouTube followers, featured unique horns and spiked gauntlets.

Players are particularly concerned because:

• Alistar rarely receives new skins
• This recolor will count toward his skin total, potentially delaying future releases
• The quality decrease coincides with recent Riot Games layoffs affecting art departments
• It follows other controversial changes, like the removal of Hextech chests

Some community members are calling for a boycott of the battle pass to protest the declining quality of cosmetic content. The situation has intensified existing tensions between Riot Games and its player base, with many questioning the company's commitment to maintaining its previously high standards for skin development.

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