Why is riot thinking of nerfing Leona instead of just aftershock?

Weensw·Nov 20, 2017·2 votes·1,378 views

I just don't get this. Leona has never been OP, especially previously, the only difference that I can see is the introduction of the new runes. In that case, why did the thought of a Leona nerf even came across Riot's mind at all? All I see to solve the issue is:

-OK, we've created an OP rune, therefore we should probably tone it back.

Instead of eventually nerfing Leona(which isn't OP in the first place) AND Aftershock, and then never reverting the Leona nerf. Which has always been their way of gutting a champion. What are your thoughts?

Source: http://www.surrenderat20.net/2017/11/red-post-collection-quick-gameplay_17.html

8 Comments

DurzakaNov 20, 20173 votes

Leona has always been strong.

She just didn't get played most of S7 because Enchanters were absolute king.

HalcyonDwellerNov 20, 20172 votes

Good question. I think it probably comes down to whether there are a few users abusing the rune, or many.

If it's just a select few champions, then it would be more efficient and safe for balance to nerf those champions.

But if it is making a large swath of champions too strong then the Rune is likely what needs nerfing.

WeenswNov 20, 20172 votes

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Good question. I think it probably comes down to whether there are a few users abusing the rune, or many.

If it's just a select few champions, then it would be more efficient and safe for balance to nerf those champions.

But if it is making a large swath of champions too strong then the Rune is likely what needs nerfing.

That is also implying "this champion must take aftershock and this is the only way to play, if you dare to take anything else, your champion is now worst than before."

ShiniXIIDec 20, 20172 votes

idk man I agree with you, 8 second chain stun with no effort is really a mechanic that should be in the game, you're right in all fronts, you should lead the balance team in fact.