League returns to PAX East

Riot·2/11/2016, 10:02:57 PM·5 votes·68,119 views

April in Boston marks the return of warm weather, when we emerge from a long winter of non-stop gaming and get together for the biggest video game convention on the East Coast -- PAX East! This year, League of Legends rejoins the show with a collection of experiences intended to celebrate the evolution of both the game and the community that’s helped make League everything it is today.

We’ve been incredibly fortunate to see League become a world-spanning community, one built painstakingly over the years thanks in large part to you, the players. Your support is what’s allowed League to grow, to thrive, to welcome more memories and friends than any of us ever dreamed possible. This ongoing journey is the inspiration for the League experience we intend to debut (that’s right, this show is mobile baby) at PAX East.

Away from the hustle and bustle of the show floor, you’ll approach a mysterious overgrown facade before entering the expansive pathways of Summoner’s Rift itself. Join us for an immersive, interactive journey through League’s history, showcasing both memorable moments from the last six years and the community that’s made it all possible. Throughout it all you’ll find celebrations of seminal community content and personalities, as well as the chance to meet some of the contributors themselves!

We’re so excited about this experience that we couldn’t possibly keep it to just one city -- stay tuned for details later in the year as this exhibit travels to further events around North America.

While the exhibit should be awesome enough all on its own, it’s by no means all we’ve got in store for PAX East attendees. We’ve teamed up with the folks at Stoopid Buddy Stoodios and 4 itchy Tasty! Cosplay to build what can only be described as the most Thresh-tacular of photo opportunities you’ve ever seen. Players will enjoy the terrifying privilege of seeing the world from Senna’s point of view -- the inside of Thresh’s lantern (too soon?)!

Of course, it wouldn’t be PAX without the reveal of a new, larger-than-life statue produced by master creature artist Steve Wang, the guy behind previous Ryze, Katarina, and Ziggs statues, as well as the Annie & Tibbers who command the lobby here at Riot Games. Rather than hype it further, we’ll just reveal the subject -- Lucian -- and let you imagine the possibilities. Think about it.

The League cosplay scene at PAX East is always awe-inspiring, and this year we’re happy to support it by bringing back the popular League Cospitality Room. Need to repair a foxtail? Mend a broken wing? We’ll have materials to address any cosplay needs that come up while you’re on the show floor. As always, the room is open to any and all cosplayers (and their handlers), regardless of inspiration, so whether you’re in need of repairs or relaxation just stop by Room #152.

We're excited to be back at PAX and look forward to seeing you there!


PAX East runs from April 22 - 24 at the Boston Convention & Exhibition Center in Boston, MA.

234 Comments

Spideraxe2/12/2016, 9:14:54 PM42 votes

Hoping to see a new PAX skin

Tediko2/12/2016, 10:40:37 PM20 votes

Hopefully ill get to go but it may take awhile to PAX my bags :3

el dumbnut2/12/2016, 9:36:33 PM16 votes

Totally bailed on PAX South but giving East love. We southerners demand satisfaction.

K1NGSPADE2/13/2016, 2:49:30 AM10 votes

WTF do we have to do to make RIOT give a shit about their southern fan base and show up to PAX South?

Real Kali Muscle2/12/2016, 11:02:07 PM9 votes

I see, no love for PAX South. item 3070

UNSC2/12/2016, 9:32:46 PM7 votes

Sucks to live in kansas :( no events qq

YouCanMilkThose2/12/2016, 10:48:34 PM4 votes

I'm driving all the way from Kentucky to go! I'm super excited! I will be cosplaying as a gender bent Caitlyn

and an Ezreal

Do you plan on having special skins for attendees this year? April will be here in a summoner 4 !

BluePaw32/12/2016, 10:54:45 PM3 votes

Man wish that Jax cosplay was up front. It probably was amazing.

sesport2/13/2016, 12:26:40 AM3 votes

and why were you not a PAX south this year?

LeBoostedAnimal2/13/2016, 4:51:59 PM3 votes

im in Connecticut there is nothing here. but a lot of snow.

Please ff at 202/13/2016, 1:36:35 PM2 votes

there should be PAX Braum

JUPIT3R2/13/2016, 2:09:48 PM2 votes

When are you guys going to come to PAX South. It was so much bigger than last year and my buddies and I were hoping to see you all there, but we were disappointed. There were SEVERAL cosplay of LoL champions that you missed out on. PLEASE come to San Antonio for PAX South 2017!!

Sex Club2/13/2016, 3:51:55 AM2 votes

I wanna kiss the leesin on the right down there lol so handsome <3