Visual Changes/Updates
And lastly, along with all these ranked changes comes a huge system rework on the visual side of things. Firstly, all of the ranked emblems have been redesigned to look more chic and armor-like Their colors have also been slightly revamped, with Master now sporting a purple look and the new Grand Master looking red and fiery.
With the armor look comes the “ranked armor” rewards system, where after each individual split in the season, points earned by players will amount to an “extension” to their ranked emblem. Each emblem will be visually upgraded and these emblems will be all over your league client, from your profile picture border to your ranked banners.
As we get closer, here's an update on where we're at with the emblems. Attached is a key for how to understand the images, emblems in the thread. These are closer to final, feedback is welcome. These show the emblems in context, each upgrade, and divisions. 1/4 pic.twitter.com/nrWab1SDHj
— Sapmagic (Ed Altorfer) (@Sapmagic_) November 14, 2018
There will also no longer be ranked borders representing your previous season’s rank. Instead, borders will now display a player’s current rank – meaning everyone unlocks a border when the season starts (or after their provisional games of course) to enforce accuracy.
Riot implemented these changes to make sure players are more understanding of their teammate’s current skill level. Players will no longer be inaccurately judging their teammates with their last season’s rank.
Here’s a preview of the new ranked borders and emblem designs from Riot!
You've been asking, so here's a preview of all the new Ranked borders for next season. Remember, these will show your *current* rank and will evolve as you rank up over the course of the season.
— Sapmagic (Ed Altorfer) (@Sapmagic_) October 29, 2018
Let us know what you think in the comments!#ranked #leagueoflegends #season2019 pic.twitter.com/FYJ5MWV29w
For a more detailed explanation from Riot themselves, check out their page here!
Will the two new tiers affect your ranked journey? And what about no longer having ranked borders as end-of-season rewards? Tell us what you think of all these changes to the ranked system in the comment section below!