In League of Legends, where competitive edge and mastery are everything, Riot Games introduced a feature designed to celebrate personal achievement and champion mastery in a new way: Eternals. But what exactly are Eternals — and why do they matter to both casual and competitive players?
A Personal Record Book for Champions
Eternals are stat-tracking milestones unique to each champion. Introduced as a part of the game’s progression system, Eternals allow players to track in-game feats and performance over time. Think of them as achievements, but tied specifically to the champions you play.
Unlike general statistics such as kills or assists, Eternals dive deeper into champion-specific accomplishments. For example:
- With Lux, an Eternal might track how many enemies you’ve snared with Light Binding.
- With Thresh, one could count the number of successful hooks using Death Sentence.
- For Draven, it could be how many Spinning Axes you’ve caught in matches.
Each Eternal celebrates a unique interaction or iconic action that defines a champion’s identity.
Types of Eternals
Eternals are divided into two main categories:
- Common Eternals – These track broad stats applicable to all champions, such as takedowns, structures destroyed, or epic monsters slain. They come with the Starter Series, which is available for Blue Essence or RP.
- Unique Eternals – These are champion-specific and track signature actions for that particular champion. They are only available through RP (Riot Points) and are typically sold in sets called Series (e.g., Series 1, Series 2).
As players reach milestones, they’ll unlock milestone notifications, see their stats displayed on the loading screen, and even have a personalized flair on the scoreboard in-game.
Why Eternals Matter
Eternals are not just about numbers — they’re about expression. For some players, they represent a way to show off skill and dedication. Reaching a milestone might not offer a gameplay advantage, but it gives a visible recognition of time and talent invested in a champion.
In high-level play or ranked grinding, Eternals serve as bragging rights. In casual matches, they offer a sense of progress, even during a losing streak. And for newer players, they act as mini-objectives that help guide engagement with a champion’s kit.
Controversy and Monetization
When first introduced, Eternals sparked some backlash from the community. Many players criticized the system for locking unique Eternals behind a paywall, arguing that it turned personal stat tracking into a form of microtransaction. In response, Riot added the Common Eternal Starter Series for free-to-play users.
Despite the controversy, Eternals remain a popular system for main-role players and those who enjoy statistical goals.
A New Dimension of Champion Mastery
Ultimately, Eternals add a personalized, trackable layer of depth to League of Legends. They don’t alter the competitive landscape — but they change how players interact with their favorite champions.
For those who love stats, self-improvement, or simply want to show off their 10,000th Yasuo Q, Eternals are a badge of honor. And in a game defined by mastery and precision, that badge carries weight.
Written by:
Christian