Riot an Idea for future lore/gameplay reworks, that would increase interactivity, and prevent Varus.
Well situations like Varus'
Whenever you announce a rework whether lore or gameplay, and I mean ANNOUNCE, as in you know that you are doing it. This is to prevent a argument of "We dont want to do this in case plans change" This is for when its guaranteed. Pin a post on the boards. Post on Reddit, ask people on social media etc... What they think is the most important aspect a champion is. I dont think this wouldve prevented Varus from happening, but at least people would feel like they have a say. For instance:
Riot post: We just announced we are reworking Irelia. Players what do you think is the most important part of her kit. Players: Well her high mobility, bruisery-ness, and that Frostbooty Irelia. Rioters to other Rioters: So we need to keep her mobility and a similar playstyle. And most imporantly FROSTBOOTY IRELIA.
Example 2: Riot Post: We are updating [these] champions lore soon what do you players think? Varus Main: His self sacrifice and his dilemma with him being the cause of his families death. Nautilus Main: He has the best Revenge story IMO of all the champions, so keep that part the same. Shaco Main: SOMETHING ANYTHING PLEASE GOD
Something like this would allow Riot plenty of feedback on what players want. As well as not making empty promises. Please Riot start doing it so that people are content with their MAINS being changed.