In the world of League of Legends, few cosmetics carry as much prestige as Victorious Skins. These exclusive skins aren’t just about style—they’re a badge of honor, only awarded to players who commit to the ranked grind and reach a certain level of competitive success by the end of the season.
But how exactly can you earn one of these sought-after skins? Here’s everything you need to know about unlocking Victorious Skins in League of Legends.
What Are Victorious Skins?
Victorious Skins are seasonal reward skins given out to players who reach at least Gold IV or higher in ranked play by the end of a season. Each year, Riot Games selects one champion to receive the Victorious treatment—complete with a new splash art, animations, and golden aesthetics.
These skins are not available for purchase and cannot be earned retroactively, making them some of the most exclusive cosmetics in the game.
How to Get a Victorious Skin: Step-by-Step
1. Reach at Least Gold IV in Ranked
The most important step is simple but challenging: Hit Gold rank or higher in one of the ranked queues (Solo/Duo, Flex, or both).
- You must maintain Gold IV or higher at the end of the season (usually November).
- If you drop below Gold before the season ends, you may lose eligibility for the skin.
- Good to know: You don’t need to stay in Gold for long—just end the season there to qualify.
2. Play Enough Ranked Games
To receive ranked rewards (including the skin), you must also have completed a minimum number of ranked games and maintained good behavior (i.e., no recent bans or chat restrictions).
- Solo/Duo: Usually 10+ games required
- Flex Queue: May vary depending on reward tier
3. Maintain Honor Level
Even if you reach Gold, you must have an Honor level of at least 2 to be eligible for the skin. Players with recent suspensions or punishments are disqualified from receiving end-of-season rewards.
Which Skins Have Been Released?
Riot has released one Victorious skin each season since 2011. Here are a few examples:
- Victorious Jarvan IV (2011)
- Victorious Elise (2013)
- Victorious Morgana (2014)
- Victorious Aatrox (2019)
- Victorious Blitzcrank (2021)
- Victorious Sejuani (2023)
The chosen champion often reflects that season’s meta, popularity, or competitive significance.
Bonus Rewards: Chromas and More
If you go above Gold, there are additional chromas tied to your final rank:
- Platinum, Diamond, Master, etc. players receive unique chromas for the Victorious skin, reflecting their final ranked tier.
- You must earn these chromas in the queue where you achieved the rank (e.g., Flex vs Solo/Duo).
Players also receive loading screen borders, ranked icons, and emotes based on their tier.
When Are Skins Distributed?
Victorious Skins are delivered via missions or loot shortly after the season ends—usually in November or early December.
You’ll receive a notification in the client, and the skin will appear in your collection if you met the requirements.
Pro Tips for Earning Your Victorious Skin
- Climb early: The ranked ladder gets harder toward the end of the season as more players push for Gold.
- Play regularly: Inactivity can cause decay in some tiers.
- Mute when needed: Staying calm helps maintain your Honor level—key to qualifying.
- Use Duo partners to improve win consistency.
Final Thoughts
Victorious Skins are more than just cosmetic—they’re a mark of skill, dedication, and perseverance. In a game where prestige and bragging rights matter, nothing signals “I earned this” quite like a golden-themed champion skin at the end of the season.
So if you’re hovering in Silver or teetering at Gold IV, keep grinding. That skin is more than just a reward—it’s a rite of passage.
Written by:
Christian