League of Legends Patch 26.5: Buffs, Nerfs, and Excitement

Get ready, League of Legends fans! The patch 26.5 preview is out, and Lead Gameplay Designer Matt Leung-Harrison reveals some juicy changes. With the First Stand 2026 starting March 16, champions like Garen and Mel are getting buffs, while Azir and his buddies are feeling the nerf hammer. Mark your calendars for March 4, 2026, when the patch goes live!