ARAM, the beloved random draft game mode in League of Legends (LoL), has undergone a significant change in the 2024 season. While many adjustments were made to items across the game, one specific removal has sparked immense debate within the LoL community: the disappearance of Oracle’s Elixir from ARAM.
Season 2024 Changes and ARAM’s Identity
Season 2024 saw Riot Games introduce new items and bid farewell to others. However, for ARAM players, the removal of Oracle’s Elixir has cast a shadow over the fun and casual experience the mode is known for.
ARAM serves as a recreational haven for LoL players, a place to unwind after intense Ranked battles or simply enjoy a lighter, more random approach to the game. Its distinct Howling Abyss map and all-random champion selection foster a unique and often hilarious atmosphere.
Unwelcome Changes in Season 14
The removal of Oracle’s Elixir, alongside other items, in Season 14 has ruffled feathers among ARAM enthusiasts. The lack of this vision-granting consumable has significantly impacted the way stealth-based champions, particularly Teemo with his potent mushroom traps, operate on the battlefield. Other champions like Nidalee, Jhin, and Shaco also benefit from the absence of Oracle’s Elixir, as their traps and area-of-effect abilities become harder to anticipate and counter.
Impact on Champions and Overall Strategy
Champions like Teemo, whose mushrooms deal substantial damage and inflict crowd control, thrive in ARAM’s smaller map compared to Summoner’s Rift. Similarly, Shaco’s fear-inducing boxes and surprising burst damage can easily frustrate opponents when vision is limited.
Previously, Oracle’s Elixir provided a proactive countermeasure to these stealthy tactics. Players could purchase and use the consumable to reveal hidden traps and enemy movements, creating a strategic balance. However, with its removal, vision in ARAM now largely relies on minion waves, forcing players to adapt their approach and potentially sacrifice offensive opportunities for defensive vigilance.
Player Frustration and Hope for Resolution
The absence of Oracle’s Elixir has led to vocal frustration among players. Some express their immediate desire to abandon the game upon encountering champions like Teemo or powerful healers. While Riot Games has introduced welcome additions to ARAM, such as teleportation gates and environmental obstacles, the community remains divided on the item removal. Many hope that Riot will reconsider their decision and reintroduce Oracle’s Elixir to restore balance and strategic depth to the beloved ARAM experience.
Conclusion
The removal of Oracle’s Elixir from ARAM has undoubtedly altered the dynamic of the game mode. While some appreciate the change and the increased emphasis on vision control, others lament the loss of a strategic tool and the rise of frustration caused by champions like Teemo. Only time will tell if Riot Games will respond to player feedback and make adjustments to bring back the balance and lighthearted fun that ARAM is known for.
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