Riot Games has announced a new Spirit Blossom Fan Art Contest for League of Legends players, coinciding with the return of the popular in-game seasonal event. Artists can now submit their creations for a chance to win special prizes, with the contest announced on April 21, 2025.
Spirit Blossom Returns With Creative Opportunity
The beloved Spirit Blossom festival is making its way back to League of Legends, and Riot Games is celebrating by inviting the community to showcase their artistic talents. The developer announced the fan art contest through their official X/Twitter account, encouraging players to submit original artwork inspired by the event's distinctive East Asian folklore aesthetic.
While specific prize details haven't been revealed in the initial announcement, Riot has established a tradition of rewarding creative community contributions with exclusive in-game content, merchandise, and sometimes even cash prizes in previous contests.
What's Special About The Spirit Blossom Event?
The Spirit Blossom festival has become one of League of Legends' most anticipated seasonal events since its introduction. It transforms the game with special character skins, themed game modes, and unique content that draws inspiration from various East Asian cultural elements and folklore.
The announcement post featured stunning artwork by X/Twitter user @flowrmosh, showcasing champions in the distinctive Spirit Blossom style that blends traditional aesthetics with the game's fantasy elements.
How To Participate
Artists interested in participating can find full contest details through the link provided in Riot's announcement post. The competition is expected to draw entries from the game's creative community worldwide, with submissions likely to feature champions reimagined in the Spirit Blossom theme.
For those looking to enter or simply view the announcement, the original post can be found on the official League of Legends X/Twitter account, published on April 21, 2025.
As the Spirit Blossom festival approaches, players can look forward to not only the fan art contest but also the special in-game content that typically accompanies this seasonal celebration. Stay tuned for more details about contest deadlines, submission requirements, and the full prize lineup.