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LoL Patch 26.1 notes: All buffs, nerfs, and more

•Dot Esports
Dot Esports covers the comprehensive Patch 26.1 notes for League of Legends 2026 season start, detailing buffs, nerfs, and adjustments including champion changes like Frost Shot crit scaling and Volley damage tweaks.

League of Legends launches 2026 with Patch 26.1 on January 8, bringing buffs, nerfs, and system adjustments. Key champion updates: Passive – Frost Shot crit scaling increased to 100% (up to 2/2.3x); W – Volley damage adjusted to 60/95/130/165/200 (+100% Bonus AD from +110%). Passive – Backstab damage nerfed to 20-35 (+20% bonus AD from +25%), crit modifier to 100% (2.0/2.3x). Tryndamere's Q now gives full AD bonus at 10% health during ultimate, W slows enemies fleeing regardless of facing (duration nerfed but AD reduction full 4s). New item: Build Path Zeal + Scout’s Slingshot +850g, total 2650g, offering 40% AS, 25% crit, 4% MS, 30 Ultimate Haste, and Opening Barrage (45s CD) post-ultimate for 3 attacks with 50% AS, 75% crit damage or 10% bonus true damage. These changes balance early-game reliability and item synergy for the new season.[6]

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