Riot MMO Factions

Demacia is a nation on the western side of Valoran. It was founded on the desire for safety and fear of magic during the Rune Wars. Over the centuries their values have developed into a stalwart nation prioritizing pride, honor, and bravery. Unfortunately, their fear or magic breeds widespread discrimination among other problems.

Dauntless Vanguard

The Dauntless Vanguard are the most elite military force in Demacia. These soldiers strive for perfection. Everything from strategic their formations to stalwart resolve, few armies can contest the Dauntless Vanguard.

It might be a tall order to see players joining the ranks of the Dauntless Vanguard on release, interacting, and running quests for the Dauntless Vanguard are almost expected.

Rebel Mages

While not an official organization, the new Rebel Mages are led by Demacian criminal, Sylas of Dregbourne. This radical group consists mostly of mages.

Interestingly, the Rebel Mages contrast the plethora of authoritative factions such as the Dauntless Vanguard and the Mageseekers.

Additionally, allegiances to this group would allow a unique playthrough for players who’re interested in playing as a mage class as well as level through Demacia without breaking the lore or immersion.

Avarosans

The Avarosan tribe is led by warmother Ashe. They are a diplomatic agrarian tribe settled mostly in the warmer regions of the Freljord. Several other tribes have formed allegiances with the Avarosans including Tryndamere’s Barbarians.

Each of the three tribes that dominate the Freljord are rivals to each other. This unique conflict can provide powerful narratives if these factions are integrated into the Riot MMO.

Frostguard

The Frostguard tribe dwell deep beneath the ruins in the most northern regions of the Freljord. Their leader, Lissandra is the only living survivor of The Cult of the Three Sisters. Naturally, this is the predominant religion of the Frostguard.

The Frostguard exude secrecy and authority. Many of the member’s tasks include archiving archaic records. As well, Frost Priests surveil other tribes to maintain the old religion.

Winter’s Claw

Winter’s Claw is a brutal nomadic tribe. Originally un-unified, but is now lead by the barbarous Sejuani. The Winter’s Claw tribe use every component of their resources. Their values consist of strength and brutality. The tribe often pillages weaker villages leaving them without supplies to sustain themselves.

All three tribes provide a unique perspective of Runeterra’s harshly underdeveloped polar climate.

Hirana Order

The Hirana Order is an old Ionian faction whose purpose is to maintain peace and balance within Ionia. As a result, the monks of the Hirana Order despise violence. Still, their are incredibly skilled in combat, possessing the ability to deflect incoming attacking at their opponent.

It is unclear if Ionia will be playable at launch. Some fans are confident, while others aren’t. If Ionia is playable, there is a good chance some of the Ionian Order Factions will be in the Riot MMO.

Kinkou Order

The Kinkou Order is ancient and wide reaching faction within Ionia. Their intent is to maintain the balance between the physical world and the spirit realm. Its leadership is organization as a triumvirate. Together, Shen, Akali, and Kennen lead the Kinkou Order. Each of the leaders fosters one of the three core tenets of order which help them maintain the aforementioned balance. Pure impartiality, passage of judgement, and elimination of imbalance, respectively.

Shadow Order

The Shadow Order is a more radical centric organization when compared to the other Ionian Orders. The Shadow Order takes it upon themselves to defend Ionia against any outsiders. They use forbidden shadow magic to accomplish their goals.

Interestingly, the origination and source of the shadow magic comes from Quinlons. These are magical filters throughout Ionia that control how much and what type magic is released into Ionia. As the negative is filtered out, a byproduct Yanlei is produces. Yanlei can be ingested for short but powerful effects. Alternatively, Yanlei can be tattoos certain individuals for weaker but longer lasting capabilities.

Shojin Order

The Shojin Order is an archaic organization tasked with ensuring peace and balance within Ionia. The monks are skilled at utilizing the powers from the spirit realm. Their power is derived from he Spirit of the Dragon. Members of the Shojin Order excel at healing and regenerating wounds.

Wuju Order

The Wuju Order has been obliterated by a Noxian invasion and is on the verge of extinction. Master Yi was once one of the last surviving Wuju practitioners. Master Yi defending the ancient organization by drawing upon the magic of the spirit realm. Their ability to draw upon this power is virtually unlimited, save for the limitations of the mortal practitioner.

This once coveted order is now open to growing its ranks thanks to a reluctant Master Yi.

Reckoners

The Reckoners are essentially gladiators of Noxus. Throughout Noxus there are arenas established and operated by many people. The arenas serve as a form of entertainment and cultural expression based on strength and power.

During brawls, Reckoners typically fight to the death. The crowds cheer for brawlers with charisma, strength, of martial skill. Not all reckoners fight by choice. Some are prisoners. The business behind the fighting arenas is far reaching. Arenas need bookies, cleanup crews, announcer, beastmasters, and more.

Trifarion Legion

The Triferion Legion is the most elite military organization within Noxus. Their army is lead by Darius. Their faction values brutal strength and determination. Those who possess these traits can join, even those who aren’t native to Noxus.

Although their vetting process is not as formal as other elite armies, their seniors possess a keen eye for talent.

Crownguard House

The Crownguard House is a noble family consisting of notable members such as Garen, Luxanna, Lord Eldred, and Tianna. Their surname is a honorary name achieved from a long history of directly guarding the monarchy.

The Crownguard family is treated with the utmost respect. Their aristrocratic status grants them access to the most privileged resources.

Laurent House

The Laurent House is another Demacian noble family. They are famous for their lineage of skilled duelists.

Dueling is a tradition among the aristocrats of Demacia. House matters are often settled with duels amongst the crowds.

Black Rose

The Black Rose is a secret organization of shadowy cabals. Many of the members of nobles. As such, they are incredibly influential. The Black Rose’s history spans before Noxus itself. It’s leader and original founding member is LeBlanc. Vladimir is another founding member.

Not many know of their covert on goings. Nonetheless, they are located in the Immortal Bastion and their actions are usually politically motivated.

Noxus and the Black Rose are fan favorites. Especially with recent events of the Mage Rebellion. King Jarvan III was assassinated and some believe Leblanc of the Black Rose is guilty. We can definitely see the Black Rose faction at least mentioned in the Riot MMO.

Crimson Circle

The Crimson Circle is an organization established by Vladimir. The members of this faction exclusively use hemomancy magic for various purposes such as pleasure and resurrection.

The history of the Crimson Circle dates back to ancient times where the God Warriors of Shurima used blood magic. Vladimir was the first to study and eventually use this magic for his own benefit.

Ferros Clan

Ferros Clan is a lineage of wealth related members from Piltover. Notable family members include Jayce and Camille. While a house consists of blood related members, a clan members consists of family members as well as politically aligned persons.

Their family’s fortune was established when Elicia Ferros developed a industrial procedure for creating synthetic hex crystals. The value this provided was substantial because the original hex crystal, albeit more powerful, were limited to the close-to extinct Brackern species.

Medarda Clan

Another influential clan is the Medarda Clan. While not all blood related these members are considerably influential. Like most of the other clans, the Medarda Mansion is located in Bluewind Court, Piltover.

The Medarda Clan produced vast wealth after leader Jago’s father made numerous piston patents.

Interestingly, much of the Medarda lore is from the TV series Arcane. Furthermore, Greg Street stated the League MMO will be canon. Therefore, we’re not overly confident the Medarda clan will be a playable faction in the Riot MMO, at least right away.

Glasc Industries

Glasc Industries is a criminal empire established and operated by chem-baroness Renata Glasc. She operates out of Zaun and uses manipulation instead of violence to drive her business.

Glasc Industries is huge. The organization even employs wealthy chembarons.

The business’ production includes fragrances, armaments, prosthetics, and chemical blends.

Lost Children of Zaun

The Lost Children of Zaun is gang located in Zaun. The group consists of children and teenagers with shared culture and interests. The faction primarily consists of orphans, runaways, and upstarts.

This Zaunite clan hosts some talented inventors including Ekko, and Kay. Common interests include hoverboarding, racing around Zaun, and a dislike for “Pilties” or citizens of Piltover.

The Ursine (The Lost Ones)

The Ursine are a group of shapeshifting humans devoted to the will of their deity, The Great Spirit of the Bear, Volibear. Most of the members have permanently shapeshifting into wild animals, while a few retain their human form.

Historically, they have ties to the Freljord tribe, Winter’s Claw. Although their deity, Volibear roamed Freljord long before humans existed. Volibear wishes to return the Tundra to its former harsher habitat and barbaric modalities.

Kiilash

The Kiilash tribe originates from Shurima. They are a group of hunters who excel and stalking and killing for honor and glory.

The more challenging the foe, the more honorable the kill is. Consequently, the infestation of the powerful Voidborn infestation in Shurima would be worth a lot of respect.

Now many players believe Shurima will be available at a later expansion or simply not at launch. If so, then the Kiilash faction might not be in the Riot MMO immediately. Then again, outcasts like Rengar can venture anywhere in Runeterra they’d like.

Lhotlan

The Lhotlan are one of the older Vastayan tribes. Naturally, they are primarily located in Ionia where their ancestors, the Vastayashai’rei came from. Unfortunately, the Lhotlan tribe lost their home lands.

These ancient bird-like Vastaya are looking to preserve their culture and reclaim their lands, not just for the Lhotlan tribe, but for all Vastayan tribes.

Marai

The Marai are a tribe of Vastaya that have adapted to living underwater. Long ago, a group of Vastaya travelled to the shored of Mount Targon and created an underwater village.

Unfortunately, a void rift opened beneath them and threatened the species. With the use of moonstones, the Marai can defend themselves for as long as 100 years before needing to retrieve another moonstone.

Oovi-Kat

Not much is known about the Oovi-Kat tribe. They are ancient descendants of the Vastayashai’rei. Originally, their tribe was located on an island east of Camavor until an untold catastrophe occured.

It is presumed the Oovi-Kat species are chameleon based Vastaya. Additionally, they can shapeshift at will. Their tails occasionally shed which is seen a milestone of maturity and an increased connection with the spiritual realm.

We’re not sure if the Oovi-Kat faction will be in the Riot MMO. Again, they are an obscure tribe, but shapeshifting would be pretty cool.

Shimon

The Shimon tribe reside in the jungle of Ionia. They are an ancient group of wise monkey-like humans. The see life as an evolutionary path to wisdom. As such, they believe after-life, they transform into stone and begin life anew.

They began building their tribe as far away from people as possible. Also, they are incredibly adept to navigating among the tree tops. Notable members of the Shimon tribe include Wukong, and Ting.

Vesani

The Vesani Tribe are a powerful tribe on the verge of extinction. In fact, only one known survivor, Ahri, roams the lands in attempt to learn about her lost tribe.

Vesani possess vulpine, or fox features such bushy tails, and pointed ears. Additionally, the Vesani were able to manipulate emotions and memories. Moreover, they have an insatiable hunger. If left untamed, a Vesani could absorb the life force of an entity leaving just its outer later.

Glorious Evolved

The First Assemblage of the Glorious Evolved is located in the end of the Boundary Markets in Piltover. Members of this religion gather at the Church of the Glorious Evolved. Their deity is The Grey Lady, also known as Camille. Both Zaunites and Piltovans can attend.

In addition to worshipping their deity, incapacitated individuals come in the hopes of receiving techmaturgical miracles. As well, those down on their luck and seek refuge at the Church.

Illuminators

The Illuminators is a charitable religious organization based out of Demacia. Its members are called Radiants. They assist impoverished people around Demacia. As well, alongside the Dauntless Vanguard they have defended Demacia against the Harrowing. Notable volunteers include Luxanna Crownguard and Taric.

Lunari

The Lunari is an ancient organization. Its intent is to venerate the Aspect of the Moon in Mount Targon. Although long ago it was said the Sun and Moon were to be in balance, there have been a power struggle between the two. The Solari had gained the upper edge and deemed the Lunari as heretics and attempted to destroy all evidence of their existence.

Interestingly, members of the Lunari track the Moon’s rotation to divine the future. As well, many priests blind themselves during the day to allow their vision to adapt exclusively to night. It is said that truth can only be seen under the pure light of the moon.

Mother Serpent

The primary religion of the Serpent Isles and Buhru is of Nagakabouros. She is a deity that controls the oceans, storms, and can bestow blessings upon those who embrace her teachings.

Aliases include, The Bearded Lady, The Great Kraken, and The Mother Serpent. Her worshipers are known as Truth Bearers.

Nagakabouros is often depicted as a teal colored kraken with several tentacles and sharp teeth. Although her avatar manifested appears more humanoid with long tattooed tentacles as dreads, a mask some armor.

Solari

The Solari is the dominant religion in Mount Targon. While all of the Rakkor worship the Sun, those who devote their lives as known as the Solari.

The leader of the Solari is Leona, the Radiant Dawn. She is the Aspect Host and thus wields the Regalia of the Solari, known as the Zenith Blade and Shield of Daybreak. It is said she can call upon the power of the sun in combat.