Spirit Blossom Returns with New Content
On April 29, 2025, Riot Games revealed that the popular Spirit Blossom event will be making its anticipated return to the Rift in Patch 25.09. The announcement, shared via the official League of Legends X account, teased that "Myths come alive" with this upcoming content drop.
The Spirit Blossom theme, inspired by East Asian folklore and mythology, has been a fan-favorite since its previous iterations, offering players a visually stunning alternative universe within the game.
What's Included in the Spirit Blossom 25.09 Update?
According to the announcement, players can look forward to three major components in this release:
- The return of the Spirit Blossom event with its unique aesthetic and likely special game modes
- A new collection of Spirit Blossom skins for select champions
- The introduction of Thornbound Atakhan, potentially a new champion skin or variant
Thornbound Atakhan: A New Mythological Entity
The mention of "Thornbound Atakhan" has sparked particular interest in the community. While details remain limited, this appears to be a new addition to the Spirit Blossom universe. Given Atakhan's existing lore in League of Legends, this Thornbound variant likely offers a fascinating alternative take on the character.
The promotional image shared alongside the announcement showcases the ethereal, mystical aesthetic that has made Spirit Blossom one of the most visually distinctive themes in the game's history.
When Can Players Experience the New Content?
While Riot hasn't provided an exact release date for Patch 25.09, based on their typical patch schedule, players can expect the Spirit Blossom content to arrive in the coming weeks. More details about the event, including the full roster of champions receiving new skins, will likely be revealed as the patch date approaches.
For additional information, Riot has provided a link in their announcement tweet that will presumably be updated with more details as the release draws nearer.
