Remaking Irelia - Behind the Scenes | League of Legends

[@thewavefunction7611]

Bless whoever did the splash art for this champion

[@pepsiman4418]

Especially the one that made the frostbutt art ;)

[@vincecarlodecastro9829]

7:39?

[@neuwah]

@@vincecarlodecastro9829 may she have a wonderful great life with great children cuz my god, its definitely the prettiest splash / character in league, I have a soft spot for Ahri but man... Irelia is just everything.

[@joaofaleiro8297]

It was Jessica Oyhenart

[@riverjhin]

the 1000th like

[@q_q123]

These kind of jobs are my dream- creating and designing for a game... but I don't know if it's too late.

[@leandrocoutom]

It is never too late :)

[@JM-vl3cy]

Just work hard

[@raffess1]

Its never too late to chase your dreams! Go!

[@DoJoStan]

It's never too late

[@SpectreCiNW]

they're making a hundreds different games now, god knows they need more jobs

[@NasusKim]

i really love these kind of behind the scene vids. i really appreciate getting to connect with league and riot, thanks for reaching out to the community

[@majoralef]

I'd love to see the Kindred ones...

[@whysmile9412]

Nikola Kaev you're taking this too literally mate

[@FirstLast-ue9oc]

Nasus Kim Me Too.

[@angel1748]

too bad they don't have a balance team

[@m1trek860]

correction: i really appreciate getting to connnect with league and RITO

[@mofuker199]

Now I feel kinda bad for blaming the reworked Irelia, when you see how much work and passion they put in, just so they could improve what they've already created, wow.

[@korinoriz]

That goes for everything though. It's not like bad choices had less passion or something.

[@pentagram4745]

Irelia’s animation alone takes about 3 times the work compared to other champions. Each blade movement and her delicate dance.

[@penjamin1479]

This irelia is much better than the original. Even if people hate her, at least shes an actual modern league of legends champion rather than the clunky mess with the most jarring ult that she used to be.

[@RedDotPink]

Woah there’s a lot of stress for just one rework. Woag

[@Solobuddy]

ikr it takes 50 person to rework 1 champ than how about the rest we gonna wait till 2030 for them to actually finish reworking all other champions

[@MioMillefeuille]

InstantMax It's a major rework. They have to consider her story, animation, model, artworks and most importantly, her skill set. If you had paid attention to what they were saying they had to take a large amount of consideration for her gameplay/skills to appeal to players. Also, it's not easy to give a major rework. What did you you think it's like? A walk in the park? Lol

[@mrEbraheem]

Bailey Lee yeah woag

[@steevty]

This is the gaming industry we're talking about as well. Having multiple people helping each other out is better than only 1 doing everything. However, this situation is a little bit different because its a major rework, meaning that they have to change her visual appeal and her kit. The kit is where everyone puts more time and effort into because its something that's special to just THAT CERTAIN CHARACTER. As an upcoming game designer, i can confirm this very much.

[@duckymomo7935]

Mio and then rework the rework, rework the new ones that outdate and then rework those reworks

[@Noone-bk8ng]

WAAAAIIIIIT 2:30 thats literally just Yone's ult.

[@Undomaranel]

Shhhhhhhhhhhhh..........

[@descar.G]

Undomaranel LMAOOOO

[@zerodopamine3164]

they are saving that skill for almost 3 years

[@txsheei8925]

Yea her ulti was meant to be yone ult but they decided it didnt rly work out with her

[@Swampert919]

That’s pretty common, there’s a lot of abilities that where good but didn’t fit the champion they made them for, so they where kept for later (for example tahm’s devour was originally tested as gnar’s ult).

[@MrWearethechampion]

This vids is making me appreciate more on how they remake a champion or release a new one and i think the community should punish them less for making a mistake after rework or a new champ release because it takes alot of effort to make one

[@xxVeidxx]

Billions in micro transition.

[@milistaparahacer8456]

@@xxVeidxx and?

[@suyangsong]

Honestly feels like one of the most successful reworks went from a one dimensional playstyle to like an insanely high skill potential champ...

[@xInfernoTempestx]

If you define high skill cap as Qing every minion, then going for the stun, Qing them again twice and then autoing them to death due to inflated stats, then sure. "Skilled"

[@Sutobuto]

@@xInfernoTempestx Its ok to cry hardstuck bronze

[@hollov6759]

@Dolan Trump I wish it was so easy XD

[@jasonl9721]

@@Sutobuto LMAOOO

[@ughgowonsscalpandcrunchyvo4926]

@@xInfernoTempestx just wanted to remind you that her stun isn’t point and click

[@chopinyt]

I clearly remember when I started playing this game in preaseason 2. I was mostly exploring all the aspects and especially all the champions. I read through most of the lore and background stories but mostly at the look of the champs and there she was: Irelia I was like holy 4800 ip. That's a lot. And there i had my first goal getting irelia to play her. Finally getting her i had a lot of fun and even got my first skin for her. But in some way she never met the first impression of that blade dancing fighter. I just wanna say, that looking back to that old times I really feel, that she has finally become what I felt was irelia. Gonna have to leave the bot lane to check her out :)

[@imme2763]

Nice to see old people play league as well. I like your music have fun in toplane, it's finaly getting better

[@zevelth8110]

Design Team= The Best Balance Team= ?????

[@aLittlePal]

Art Department = Wonderful. Sound Department = Amazing. Balancing Team = ?????

[@tanggracie3563]

Nice

[@andrewho9864]

You forgot one thing, HER ULT ISNT THERE YET

[@duhhdude64]

I loved how they stayed true to who she is and just basically amplified her abilities to it’s potential.

[@del2183]

They just stuck a lot of garbage that actually got removed not long after plus the rework doesn`t even feel like the same character anymore.

[@reinstriver5432]

@@del2183 agreed

[@arbrimehmeti5040]

PLEASE continue making videos like this. You will show to haters and crybabies how much efford needs to make a new champion or rework in League.

[@Diandredofus]

Tbh most people are crying over the balance, not the kit-making.

[@AlleyCatGhost]

I can only imagine the amount of passive aggressive arguments that go on the daily in that place lol

[@Behekimora]

What do u mean ?

[@ROGUEKELSEY]

Thank you guys for making and sharing these videos, I feel like they're super inspiring and motivating as a player and as an artist. :)

[@andrewa3825]

2:29 They gave this ult to Yone lol

[@NixSama]

Would love to see more of these! Thanks rito!

[@Catervus]

She was my main. I loved to play her, but she always felt like she was lacking something. Now, she is the most fun champ I've ever played. Everyday when I wake up I don't think about playing League of Legends, but playing IRELIA. I love her Gameplay, I love her sound, I love her attitude, I love her voice, I love her appearance and I love her lore. Thank you Riot Games, I couldn't thank you enough. Right now I have more fun then I ever had playing League of Legends!

[@veridian4433]

They spent 90% of the time determining her thiccness and 10% on the actual gameplay

[@HassouTobi88]

the thiccness is part of the gameplay

[@shafaet1194]

^^ preach

[@mikhailthegreatestdragon3627]

Veridian bronze

[@deoxlogius]

I imagine them having endless meetings discussing about the dimensions of her butt

[@mirosigno]

Nice.

[@sandortojzan5409]

It's cool to see they actually kind of used some of the scrapped ideas. One of her ults looks exactly like Yone's ult, and that big blast thing is really similar to Qiyana's ult (since it seems to be stunning opponents upon knocking them into terrain).

[@sonicboom5012]

I came back cause of a reddit post about that

[@NekoElla]

I love the new Irelia rework, honestly think it's one of the best reworks riot has done.

[@shookone8147]

i think its the best with gp's rework

[@Juslin7989]

Warwick rework: Am I a joke to you?

[@worztbeats8189]

Mordekaiser: Hold my hammer

[@unknownherrscher]

To be honest becaue of this irelia rework i finally got the grasp of using an ad melee champ which i dont usually do, mastering irelia got me more improving with ad champs, irelia is a very complex and fun champ to play i love the rework 😍 I AM INLOVE WITH THIS IONIAN BLADE DANCER!

[@anonymoususer55378]

I love how many people put their heart into this project

[@pancakesxyz]

Hi

[@LadyEncantarellasOffice]

the artist that is drawing irelia is so beautiful! I love the new splash art

[@minsvyel3664]

Please bring back the art spotlight riot :/

[@lukarudan133]

Exactly what i was thinking

[@redlovely1953]

Yes please! I love those!

[@lipige]

not Riot , ask Tencents

[@gyo4946]

i really apreciatte that they put these behind the scene, you can see how they're trying their best and how much they put into this.

[@haheris]

1:45 did anyone see her ult? that's so nice!!

[@unknownherrscher]

It's more magician than a bruiser type, i think it would be better on a mage champ

[@manamana7712]

@@unknownherrscher I think qiyana's ult was based on this

[@mylifeisfunny8911]

i hope we will see it in game in close future

[@storm739]

Kinda looks like Vaynes E in a large scale

[@marcoscastro2631]

Just noticed with the power of hindsight that u can see Yone’s ult was an idea on the irelia update at 2:30

[@Jammydodger1196]

A Yone ult that marks everyone and enables the Q resets without the slow... I actually kinda like that idea. e1 - R - e2 would be a disgusting combo

[@va11ejo]

I've watched this video like 10 times.... It's so interesting and I'd love to see more of them with next VGUs and new Champs

[@mariorekt9887]

I love seeing all the work put behind these projects. As an aspiring concept artist, these are my go-to vids whenever I feel down and need a thing to stimulate my creative juices. Seeing so much effort playing out right in front of me, I can't help but feel giddy. Honestly, I had goosebumps while watching this. Thank you Riot for allowing us to see glimpses of the magic that happens behind the scenes.

[@MeMagnus]

Really enjoy these kinds of vids, but wish there was a larger segment on the making of the music, especially for this amazing irelia theme! Much love though

[@Adonna2424]

don't ever stop making this vids - this, more than the actual game, keeps me motivated and invested in this world. Thank you!

[@danielsarabia3093]

7:34 Would love to see the finalized version of artwork C.

[@PaKeTeMaTe18]

I’ve played league for about 6 years now and I can honestly and truthfully say that I love this new Irelia. I’ve played 5 games with her and playing her makes me remember why i love playing league again, thanks Riot you guys did an amazing rework that i didn’t know I needed. Btw I barley ever played her and playing her know literally brings a huge smile to me face. I don’t know if you read the comments but if you do thank you, you guys rock!

[@AzureousMakay]

I love playing her when she first came out but now i love her even more. The Play style is great the art, the movement all works together! Always great work Riot!

[@zacho.463]

Hey I've been playing your game since Season 2 and I wanted to give you props for multiple things. First of all thanks for opening my eyes as to how much work goes into a rework not just in kite but also design, artwork and lore; I truly found a new appreciation for what you do. From my perspective it's all to easy to get wrapped up in climbing and banning what is overpowered. I want to especially highlight the lore that you guys wrote it was really good and a great read and I thoroughly enjoyed it. I think whenever you do special events, e.g. Bilgewater, you really give the players intense incentive to interact with the lore and highlight your creativity. Please keep up the good work and have a nice day.

[@kimkimchitime]

Irelia finally got the remake she deserved! Loved playing her before and still love playing her now. Thank you

[@your_zuzu]

I played with Irelia and only her to lvl 14, I love her so much and I am planning to return to her! She is amazing and I really glad for all you did with character U wU

[@spottedyodeler4007]

I wonder if this dedication that they've done to remake Irelia also applies to when they make Seraphine

[@Tetsaga]

Please keep releasing these with everything you do. This is incredible to see the thought process and design process.

[@kromsofficial]

my favorite rework

[@John32061]

same

[@John32061]

safe

[@PapaBearIsHere]

Mine is warwick rework since it did his kit perfectly

[@umwotxd9951]

JDFAN ART'S cringe

[@king.a9977]

Pls don't forget poppy....

[@xRocketzFighterx]

I always love watching these behind the scene videos of the entire team working together especially your talented artists. I actually like these more than the game.

[@ianvischansky9039]

Thank you for this insightful look at behind the scenes.

[@MyName_IsGeoff]

As someone looking to transfer into a game design or animation major, I really enjoyed this type of video. All the little insights on what the different compartments and stages of the pipeline look like in an actual game company were super interesting. Please more of these

[@vladohahaxd]

4:22 new ping ? "IS ALMOST THERE!"

[@lili.-.9243]

where do you see that i dont see it

[@dsanti984]

Please do more of these behind the scenes. It makes me appreciate the game more seeing how much work goes into it.

[@bronyaenjoyer]

I only have 2 favorite champs on lol, and Irelia is one of them, the second one is Zoe;-;

[@0xstk]

my favorite is akali

[@HamoTheUltimate]

Wow and you both have aqua profile pic Nice

[@teemo8247]

@@HamoTheUltimate lool

[@kyokokirigiri9010]

@@HamoTheUltimate hahah 😂

[@data6874]

I'm an irelia one trick but I'm garbage at playing irelia

[@Randomly0deliberate]

I can clearly see all the hard work that went into making her. As a Chinese culture enthusiast, I greatly appreciate the incorporation of the Tai chi like motions as she flows with the blades. I love the rework and she is my new main while I never touched the origional. I also would like to note that her login Theme is by far my favorite you have made yet.

[@Dralighte]

I hope you'll do behind the scenes for Evelynn's rework as well!

[@juniorblix]

Well you didn't fail us. I just love this behind the scenes videos, it gives us players more reason to appreciate what you guys have been working on.

[@veridian4433]

She has nice *plot*

[@Radriar___9946]

:^)

[@shafaet1194]

geez nerd shut up

[@arielariel1176]

The plot *THICCENS*

[@AlFasGD]

Very empathetic *lore*

[@shiedakayn4173]

Huh...

[@smoothie7560]

Release more videos like this!! Its great to get an inside view on how aspects of the game are being changed and developed. It makes me appreciate how much work goes into everything. Thank you

[@darkademonsmid7184]

One of the most beautiful gameplay in the game 😌

[@shironeko_music]

wow, this was so awesome to see :) so much hard work behind a champion. Thanks for everyone!

[@nayrim1674]

Amazing work

[@alphamav3rickgaming]

Wow seeing all the effort put into this is awesome. Irelias kit is super unique and her model is truly beautiful. One thing I noticed though is that work in progress model at 1:32 looks really interesting I like the hair

[@brucemanKBW]

"when i use the W it kills the momentum" Kinda sums up that ability for me. Lol. Feels so out of place in her kit

[@maddened6264]

i dont, i think it meshes really well honestly, it really offers you a bit of a break in skirmishes to plan out your next move

[@Name-yo6lf]

I like it, it’s good go finish off opponents, especially in the laning phase .

[@megamoose1627]

I don't play Irelia much but I feel the W can fit in really well if the enemy tries to do an attack that you wanna dodge or avoid in some other way. (In this case, a dmg reduction) Then you get some more dmg after that so feels natural for Irelia for me.

[@zhengyangwang214]

I know it's late but its a very important kit to set up your Q resets on minons to gap-close on enemy champs or as a mobility tool to re-position yourself quickly.

[@penjamin1479]

It feels like it fits to me lol. It really helps with diving, setting up the wave for q and surviving trades. the only other thing that gives any survivability in her hit is the tiny healing on her q.

[@jocasisaacmarihmorilla5772]

Irelia's splash art is divine

[@luweeiant]

i think riot should do a visual rework on orianna's abilities, her skills visually look so boring to be honest. they should give her abilities like a robotic feel you hear me? like electric particles and stuff ya know. just saying

[@kyuubidemon95]

Petite Arcanine some champs just need some visual updates.

[@stefanking98]

She is supposed to be a Clockwork Robot tho. Her visual/audio design is great

[@nananyfo4752]

Petite Arcanine that's a gud idea but i guess they r working on a new champ and a lot of skins so that idea might take a while

[@raniasheikh5730]

yea this actually makes sense. at least add some dynamic with her skills

[@ahlyamamoto7334]

Petite Arcanine I think you Gotta Point on That Brother 🤔🤔

[@andreasahman5596]

More of this. Really gives us a better understanding of the process and stress you go through

[@Manibe37]

That sound effect guy is so bae I need a champ based on him ASAP

[@veikka109]

I think these behind the scenes videos help players to understand the amount of work going into a rework that they value the rework even more, I personally love the new Irelia and you made me monster I never tought maining Irelia but now, oh boy :D

[@alkaline7107]

Speaking of reworks, I'm still waiting eagerly for the Akali rework!! Some teasers would be nice!

[@LeaksHater]

i think she will be targeted after 3 new major champion changes ( 2 new champs and aatrox) so its too early

[@gulgolet2000]

We're getting more info on her (and likely another teaser/concept preview) next week with the new Champion Roadmap post!

[@moonkoto]

Gakamis Gaming Wrong, next is new champ > Aatrox > Akali

[@LeaksHater]

Project Rawrrr oh ok I guess, cuz I though its new champ then rework, repeat, cuz of latest changes

[@helloyouhellome3004]

So what do you think?

[@crystalraider5785]

Her rework was actually impressive to be honest. She's still got the "dive in" playstyle and her q resets which give old Irelia vibes. She looks even better now - The Blades for instance. And her sound effects, animations, etc. This rework just made me love playing her more ^_^ Well played, well played.

[@superlelch314]

Testing new champions for a living? I'm in

[@blazenelson9901]

SuperLelch need degree on artist base on their requirement , and true passion for gaming .

[@superlelch314]

nelson nga true, a man gotta dream tho

[@euphoricchillerman]

>true passion for gaming what

[@miegravgaardxoxo]

I dont think they were payed for it... they mentioned this as a new experience to them, so it might not be a permanent thing.

[@road6960]

This video made my day just seeing behind the scenes of my favorite champions rework and the steps that you all went through to do this. I love the hard work and theres no words that can present how much respect I have for Riot

[@OMIMreacts]

1:07 I wonder what the dude with the blurred screen is doing...

[@evren7211]

akali rework

[@Masqueradeof7sins]

@@evren7211 that's so sad :

[@rook7968]

I stopped lol a while ago but the dedication and passion this team had brings tear to my eyes..

[@cal2098]

Update Mordekaiser pleaseee! But... _DON'T YOU DARE TOUCH HIS W_

[@hypnoticorange5586]

I would like a Morde update, but I guess they would have to make a decision on what they want Morde to be. Like do they want to keep him as a proper Juggernaut (which could perhaps change his kit around to more favour health items more, like Max Hp scalings or something) Or if they want him more like he was before as an AP burst melee mage with some tanky stats. Personally I think keeping him more of a Juggernaut would be best, like sometimes it's good to run a tankier Morde with like Dead man's, sprit Visage, with rylai's, Liandry's and then maybe Deathcap to have a decent amount of damage and tankyness. Like imagine if his W had a % bonus or missing health heal on top of it.

[@washai6331]

A magic juggernaut is a good idea. Not in a way like Galio but someone that hits like Darius and holding magic utility.

[@asdfffs]

While Galio is the anti magic mage, I've always wanted Mordekaiser to be the anti-AD mage, that's what it has always felt to me both looking at his visuals and looking at his spells.

[@PinoySamurai008]

asdf AP malphite is an Anti-AD "mage"

[@asdfffs]

I get where you're coming from but he's really just a tank, mordekaiser is a juggernaut that can do high sustained damage. *edit* Of you said AP malphite... Well still, it's not reliably viable tho :P I'd rather have a reworked mordekaiser for the purpose than a gimmick

[@Umbra_Mask]

I really dislike playing against Irelia right now, but I do appreciate a lot the work done on her. These videos are great

[@BillyBigBro]

You brought Irelia carries u and not Gbay???

[@prn_Melatonin]

"irelia carries u" literally has the champion name in his ign.

[@blahblah486]

Man im really inspired by the hard work and efforts they put in making such marvellous games.... Man jst love yhese developers.. May u succeed in all ur goals🤧🤧❤❤

[@fantasyforger]

4:43 when you see Ezreal's Ult, (old) Talon's ult and Kathus's W in 3 seconds

[@ejat3601]

I love irelia and still learning because she is strong when you got the technique. i died a lot while learning but hey its worth it

[@sytharsenal]

riot u guys made me want to work there. this high school nerd is TRYING HER BEST TO GET IN SHERIDAN, AND BECOME AN ARTIST AT RIOT I love this company. I love it.

[@kaprak2949]

XxSELINAxX that nice im also trying to work there and im making my best effort at the university so goodluck and who knows we could meet each other at riot xD

[@TenNoOkami]

i will admit i wasn't much of a fan of Irelia in the past, but i became enamored to her rework and she is quickly ascending to be my new favorite champion, this rework is amazing and its really cool to see the love that was poured into making it happen, love that was easily transfered to me. Really great work ^^

[@Heybayday]

This is amazing

[@miaolichn]

I teared up a bit just watching this!! I hope Riot and League are still alive for when I become a professional developer!! Would want to work with you guys :'(

[@LeksDee]

"I went 15 and 1 in the Play test" *someone laughs like a super villain* - That's what I always expected from the people that balance League-Champs and I guess it's the truth lol

[@alejandrohjg]

I always have assumed it takes a lot of work to make a rework... but I had no idea how stressful it could get and the number of people behind it... stresses me out a little bit.. Keep up the good work and thanks for all the effort!

[@okay6195]

I love the new irelia, I love how rioters work hard to fulfill the dreams of us irelia mains, thank you riot

[@gokiim]

I like that you guys actually invited @IreliaCarriesU to hear his opinions about the Irelia rework. It really does make a difference in a good way :D Great work!

[@NoFaceGuy505]

Riot why you dont make a short league of legends movie :)

[@blazenelson9901]

aldo ndreu that what I am thinking, they didn't do any video during new year.

[@HoneyKittyVio]

Irelia was the second champion release that was really important for me back in season 1 and 2, it's really nice to see they actually listened to what the community wanted and a vast majority of her rework i'd say is now perfect. They even went back to change and touch up the one skin we all care about. I really believe they did a lot better on Irelia with keeping her within the same theme as her old kit than how they did with Swain overall.

[@WarringFighter]

ill sum up my opinion for this rework in one sentence: i went from not liking irelia to spamming her after the rework, simply amazing

[@ZheruZhong]

I love these behind the scenes videos! It really provides insight on how the content we love in league came to be! I would personally love to see a bts video on the sound effects of league and the process behind a champion's theme (Irelia's theme is my instant favorite).

[@otakually]

No more aurelion sol and ryze jokes pls

[@LeaksHater]

but its ryze rework behind the scenes video whats ur problem?

[@boldizsarhorvath969]

Wtf

[@voidedvision5891]

I appreciate the insight on how much work and passion goes into these things, and I can say, as someone who loved the old Irelia, I love the rework😊

[@sbjsbssjsbs]

OMG YONE'S ULT 2:27

[@MalinkySVK]

u made me feel wanting to be part of development of games again , just like i used to in past , wow so nice working place

[@mr.destruction2930]

Because of this i love Riot they work to hard to make the game better :)

[@katkam_]

It's cool seeing all the little variations of how she looks and what her abilities did working up to the final product

[@MariusNinjai]

*show me the balancing team !!*

[@ladyhaha7548]

There arent any

[@lucarudloff687]

Balancing? I'm not sure Riot knows what that is

[@kidwithasquid3577]

The thing i really love tbe most about Irelia's rework are her Splashart itselc and the skins..really really lovely

[@Quite-Interesting23]

"A good balance character" just like zoe

[@chillbro2275]

Thank you Riot for show us this behind the scenes. It was cool to see the people in mid process.

[@Bobba_Ross]

Making Irelia THICC - Behind the Scenes*

[@eludeirkz7961]

These are so cool, i kind of wish yall would do these for every rework, or maybe even do them for the new champions when they come out

[@kurtaincall7819]

I came back here from Seraphine... I'll be waiting for the remake of Seraphine💗

[@wilk_28]

❤

[@hanisrosli5484]

Remake for new champ err

[@Isoshi-47]

i started playing this game 1month before irelia's rework and her rework was soo great that's why i like her as a well designed character in league of legends

[@shashank270502]

I love riot 😭

[@nokitoki6907]

I enjoy these videos of behind the scenes so much. Keep up the good work!