Hey question and cool idea for riot,
Have you guys ever considered giving visibility of what damage does to champions? Like if they are low health or lower, they get ripped clothing or are limping, or holding their side, etc? Make it more realistic. I think that would be neat.
But as much needed for a MOBA as gore (I like it, but it isn't necessary).
I’ve always liked this idea and I’ve even taken it farther to the point that their attacks, ms, etc. would be affected by their health, but I realize that would suck in actual gameplay.
So let's tackle why this idea isn't all that great, shall we?
First off, "holding their side" might mess with attack animations, "limping" would make them slower, unless they suddenly "sped up" to hold their speed, which wouldn't be realistic, and it probably wouldn't be very smooth.
And finally, the biggest thing, I don't think "ripping clothes" would be a good idea. Why? It would take a lot more work to do that is unnecessary, and here's the biggest issue with it...
I don't think Riot would have "ripping clothes" to show damage on all their already half-naked girls like Janna.
