Riot Games, the developer of MOBA League of Legends, shared the Champion trailer for the latest hero to join the game: Milio, the Gentle Flame.
At just 12 years old, Milio shows impressive control over the fire axiom and an inherent understanding of his powers as well as the notion that he must use them for good. Fire as a power source typically calls to mind offensive spells that burn and scorch. But the soft glow of Milio’s healing flame is a far cry from the aggressive fireballs of champions like Brand or Annie.
Check out the insights into his design to learn more about the process of bringing the current version of Milio to the game. Additionally, Riot shared Milio’s in-universe biography for those who are interested in the boy’s story.
“Milio is a warmhearted boy from Ixtal who has, despite his young age, mastered the fire axiom and discovered something new: soothing fire. With this newfound power, Milio plans to help his family escape their exile by joining the Yun Tal—just like his grandmother once did. Having traveled through the Ixtal jungles to the capital of Ixaocan, Milio now prepares to face the Vidalion and join the Yun Tal, unaware of the trials—and dangers—that await him.”
