Explore recent changes in Teamfight Tactics with patch 14.3. …
With the video gaming community buzzing about the recent updates, Riot has now provided the official patch notes for Teamfight Tactics (TFT) patch 14.3. This article aims to delve into these notes and help gamers understand the implications. From system tweaks to notable changes in traits and champions, let's take a comprehensive look at patch 14.3.
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Distinctive shifts and modifications in TFT Patch 14.3
The latest patch, 14.3, signals the end of set 10, aptly known as Remix Rumble. During this set, many music-led elements were introduced to TFT, bringing a new flavor to the gaming experience. The inception of new units, and the reintroduction of popular features like augments and portals, added to the allure of Remix Rumble. But it's not just about visual and tangible changes; even the music in the game was tailored to match the team you created, amplifying the immersion. These alterations led to a significant transformation in meta, all promisingly encapsulated in the last patch of set 10.
Prominent System Adjustments
The spotlight in patch 14.3 is on equal footing, particularly regarding item distribution. The new patch guarantees the same number of items for all players at each stage, preserving the game's competitive integrity. Furthermore, a fix has been introduced for a bug that permitted the Headliner trait to appear more than once without the obligatory wait for four shops, ensuring a more balanced gameplay. A considerable reorganization of the loot system is also on the horizon, with Riot Mort confirming this will occur in patch 14.5.
Key Trait Changes
Several significant traits have gone under the hammer, with Emo 6 piece AP, Executioner, Heatsteel, and Punk receiving noticeable refurbishments. For example:
- Emo 6 piece AP sees an adjustment from 0/0/10 to 0/0/20.
- Executioner Critical strike chance drops from 25/100/200% to 25/80/160%.
- Heartsteel, once the strongest trait, will now have lower Hearts per kill at stages 5 and 6 and an altered Heart multiplier.
- Punk's Base HP and AD% have been slightly reduced.
These changes are intended to balance TFT's overall competitive landscape.
Champion Updates: Cost Key Changes
Moving on to Champion changes in patch 14.3, various cost categories from 1/2/3 up to 5 have seen facelifts, most of which are reductions. For instance, Olaf's auto-attack heal and Sett's HP have seen drops, and champions like Caitlyn and Twisted Fate have reduced their mana. On the other hand, champions like Senna and Lux have had their spell damage marginally increased. All these tweaks are designed to balance the overall dynamics of the game, ensuring no Champion or trait has an undue advantage.
Other Significant Modifications
The patch also introduces changes to Headliner Bonusesnamely Vi, Kayle, Zed, and Sona, seeing adjustments and specifically Twin Terror I and II, Switching Gears, Balanced Budget, Bigger Shot, Heartthrobs, Endless Hordes, and Starter Kit. Additionally, several items have been modified, with Deathfire Grasp, Goldmancers Staff, Runaans Hurricane, and Statikk Shiv witnessing changes in their attributes.
Conclusively, patch 14.3, while signaling the end of set 10, injects a series of adjustments that promise to keep the game intriguing and competitive. Gaming enthusiasts should stay abreast of these changes to enhance their gameplay.
