League of Legends fans might have heard rumors about a new support coming to the game this year. Recent hints and teasers have pointed to Renata Glasc, a businesswoman and the Baroness of Chemistry, as the leading candidate.
The first mention of Renata’s identity came in September 2021 when Riot Games released a Champion Roadmap. In the roadmap, Riot hinted at a support that dominated the game, focusing on money, technology, and power. Alongside the roadmap, Riot also teased an electrifying ADC champion, which turned out to be Zeri.
In January, a TFT unit called Renata was found in the Chinese mobile spin-off game, Battle for the Golden Spatula. This discovery has led to speculation that Renata could be the next support champion on the Rift.
This is Renata Glasc, Baroness of Chemistry
A website about a Zaunian chemical industry appeared, listing Renata Glasc as the founder. Glasc Industries, the company founded by Renata, aims to make Chemtech affordable, beautiful, and accessible for all. Renata’s parents were alchemists from Zaun who dedicated their lives to helping others. Unfortunately, their work attracted the attention of the elite clans of Piltover, leading to tragedy for Renata. After losing her parents and her arm, Renata vowed to turn her parents’ dream into an empire focused on money and loyalty.
A brief version of Renata’s story was briefly available on the Brazilian Portuguese version of the League of Legends universe website. Renata’s story outlines the hardships she faced in Zaun and her rise to power as the Baroness of Chemistry. The Glasc Industries website provides more information about Renata, including the company’s values, objectives, and two product lines: a luxury line and a diffusion line.
Speculation about Renata’s abilities
Based on the hints and information revealed so far, Renata is expected to be a unique support champion. She is described as the one “calling the shots” and being in charge. Money plays a central role in Renata’s story and goals. She never helps anyone for free and charges in loyalty for those who can’t pay. Renata is portrayed as a businesswoman who sells exclusive product creations that range from self-defense solutions to augmented limb technology.
It’s possible that Renata’s abilities will involve exclusive items and buffs that can be purchased by teammates. Champions like Pyke already share money with their allies, and Ornn can create exclusive items. Additionally, Renata’s story mentions a chemical explosion in Zaun, and it’s speculated that she could have an ability that releases poisonous gas, affecting everyone except those who have a basic respirator.
Renata’s description also hints at an objective-rewarding system and the power to turn enemies against each other. The exact mechanics of these abilities are unclear, as it’s not currently possible for League players to kill their own allies.
As we speculate about Renata’s potential abilities, she is already planning her next move. We’ll have to wait for Riot to provide more information about Renata and her impact on the champions of the Rift.
This article will be updated as we learn more details about Renata.
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