LoL Patch 13.16 Update: Duskblade Of Draktharr Nerf, Tristana, Shaco, And More
- What is new in League of Legends Patch 13.16?
- How Has Duskblade of Draktharr Been Nerfed in LoL Patch 13.16?
- Are there any changes to League Champions in LoL Patch 13.16?
- When does LoL Patch 13.16 go live on servers?
The League of Legends Soul Fighter Summer event’s unique combination of MOBAs and fighting games has captured the attention of gamers all over the world.
In League of Legends Patch 13.14, LoL fans were greeted with the arrival of Naafiri, who quickly struggled on Summoner’s Rift, as well as the addition of the highly popular Arena Game mode. Then, League of Legends Patch 13.15 saw a major update to Kai’Sa’s kit.
From nerfs to champions like Rek’Sai, Shaco, and Tristana, and to buffs to champions like Akali, Brand, and Ekko, here is everything you need to know about League of Legends Patch 13.16.
Duskblade of Draktharr Nerfed, Lethality Items Buffed
Duskblade is one of League of Legends' most popular lethality mythic ever since it received its rework in the game that began to allow abilities to deal execution damage. Ever since then, the item has surged in popularity, most notably around the assassin class. However, Riot Games are now looking to remove some of its power in the game as they look to give other lethality items an opportunity in the spotlight.
Duskblade of Draaktharr’s nerfs heavily affect the AD assassin class as one of their key building blocks in the game has been hit. Still, assassin mains should still hold their heads up high as items like Axiom Arc, Prowler’s Claw, and Serpent’s Fang are set to receive a lot of love in LoL Patch 13.16.
Tristana Highlights Champion Nerfs To Possible Roleswaps
One of the biggest changes to champions in League of Legends in Patch 13.16 is that of Riot Games’ intentions to push some champions towards other roles. Whether that be through nerfs or buffs to certain champions, League of Legends developers are making subtle changes in the upcoming League of Legends patch.
While there aren’t any major changes that are super groundbreaking, the small update in League of Legends could possibly see Tristana see more viability in the botlane once again.
When Is LoL Patch 13.16 Live?
League of Legends Patch 13.16 is set to go live on August 16th, 2023. Where LoL Patch 13.16 will head to Oceanic servers. Then, the upcoming League patch will trickle out to other parts of the world.
Here are the key timings of Patch 13.16 for your server:
- 3 AM PT (NA)
- 5 AM GMT (EUW)
- 3 AM CET (EUNE)
- 8 AM KST (Korea)
While you may be itching to start playing right away, there will be a few hours of time needed to patch. There will be a few hours of downtime as matchmaking queues will be moved offline for three-four hours before League players can play again.
Here is the entire LoL Patch 13.16 Update:
League of Legends Patch 13.16 early notes
Champions
Akali
Q: Five-Point Strike
- Base damage increased: 40/65/90/115/140 >>> 45/70/95/120/145
- Energy cost reduced: 130/115/100/85/70 >>> 110/100/90/80/70
Brand
Passive: Blaze
- Mana restore increased: 20 – 40 (based on level) >>> 30 – 50 (based on level)
Q: Sear
- AP ratio increased: 55% >>> 65%
E: Conflagration
- AP ratio increased: 45% >>> 55%
Caitlyn
Passive: Headshot
- Number of stacks needed for headshot proc: 7 >>> 6
Ekko
Q: Timewinder
- Initial base damage increased: 60/75/90/105/120 >>> 70/85/110/115/130
- Slow increased: 32/39/46/53/60% >>> 40/45/50/55/60%
W: Parallel Convergence
- Base shield increased: 70/90/110/130/150 >>> 100/120/140/160/180
Karma
Passive: Inner Flame
- AP ratio increased: 40% >>> 50%
Q: Soulflare
- Explosion AP ratio increased: 60% >>> 70%
R: Mantra
- Cooldown reduced: 40/38/36/34 >>> 40/37/34/31
Lulu
Base Stats
- Health growth increased: 88 >>> 92
Q: Glitterlance
- AP ratio increased: 40% >>> 50%
E: Help, Pix!
- Damage AP ratio increased: 40% >>> 50%
Malzahar
E: Malefic Visions
- Damage tick rate: 0.5 >>> 0.25
- Minion execute threshold: 15-45 (based on level) >>> 10-30 (based on level)
Milio
Q: Ultra Mega Fire Kick
- Base damage changed: 90/135/180/225/270 >>> 80/145/210/275/340
- AP ratio increased: 90% >>> 120%
E: Warm Hugs
- Base shield increased: 60/80/100/120/140 (+25% AP) >>> 60/85/110/135/160 (+30% AP)
Naafiri
Base Stats
- Base AD reduced: 57 >>> 55
- Base armor reduced: 32 >>> 30
- Base attack speed: 0.688 >>> 0.663
Nidalee
E: Swipe
- Damage: 40% bonus AD scaling added
Rek’Sai
Q: Queen’s Wrath
- REMOVED: No longer has a base damage of 21/27/33/39/45
- AD ratio changed: 50% bonus AD at all ranks >>> 34/38/42/46/50% total AD
Shaco
Base Stats
- Base mana regen reduced: 7.15 >>> 6
W: Jack in the Box
- Mana cost increased: 50/55/60/65/70 >>> 70 at all ranks
Shyvana
W: Burnout
- Damage per second: 20/32/45/57/70 (+30% bonus AD) >>> 20/30/40/50/60 (+20% bonus AD)
- On-hit damage: 5/8/11.25/14.25/17.5 (+7.5% Bonus AD) >>> 5/7/9/11/13 (+5% Bonus AD)
Sylas
Base Stats
- Base mana increased: 310 >>> 400
Tristana
Base Stats
- Base health reduced: 670 >>> 640
- Base armor increased: 26>>> 30
- Armor growth increased: 4.2 >>> 4.5
- Base MR reduced: 30 >>> 28
Wukong
Base Stats
- Mana regen growth increased: 0.65 >>> 0.8
Q: Crushing Blow
- Mana cost reduced: 40 >>> 20
W: Warrior Trickster
- Mana cost reduced: 80/70/60/50/40 >>> 60/55/50/45/40
Items
Duskblade of Draktharr
- Cooldown increased: 10 >>> 30 seconds
- Nightstalker bonus damage reduced: 0-20% >>> 0-18%
Axiom Arc
- Base ultimate cooldown refund increased: 5% >>> 10%
Serpent’s Fang
- Lethality increased: 12 >>> 15
Prowler’s Claw
- Cooldown reduced: 10 seconds >>> 5 seconds
- Bonus AD ratio increased: 45% for melee and 30% for ranged >>> 55% for melee and 35% for ranged
Umbral Glaive
- Lethality increased: 10 >>> 13
