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Dark Waters Vladimir essentials

Price
1350 riot points
Tier
Epic
Release date
May 31, 2018
Series
Bilgewater: Curse of the Drowned
In store
Yes
Can be looted
Yes

New elements

Effects
Yes
Recall
Yes
Quotes
No
Voice
No

Dark Waters Vladimir

In his younger days, Vladimir practiced at a school of medicine known for magically manipulating the humors of a patient's body. Turns out in Bilgewater there's more coin to be made killing than saving, and now he's found himself in a much more lucrative—if not messier—line of work.

Chromas

 
Dark Waters Vladimir Emerald chroma
Emerald
 
Dark Waters Vladimir Obsidian chroma
Obsidian
 
Dark Waters Vladimir Pearl chroma
Pearl
 
Dark Waters Vladimir Sandstone chroma
Sandstone
 
Dark Waters Vladimir Tanzanite chroma
Tanzanite

About Dark Waters Vladimir

Dark Waters Vladimir is an oceanic-themed skin that reimagines the Crimson Reaper as a sinister sea sorcerer, blending Bilgewater aesthetics with haunting aquatic magic.

  • Dark Waters Vladimir features a pirate-inspired look with a flowing, water-textured cloak, barnacle motifs, and glowing blue-green accents reminiscent of submerged ruins.
  • Special features include watery VFX for all abilities, new recall and animation effects, unique SFX, and altered spell cues that evoke crashing waves and inky depths.
  • The skin is Epic tier (1350 RP), offering a full model and effects overhaul with custom spell visuals, sound, and animations.
  • It belongs to the Dark Waters (Bilgewater) alternate universe, and does not reference Vladimir’s canonical lore or Crimson Circle storyline.
  • Dark Waters Vladimir maintains solid popularity thanks to its distinctive ocean-horror theme and unique visual clarity in combat.
  • Additional features include chromas with different aquatic palettes and a recall animation that dramatizes Vladimir’s mastery of the tides.
  • Fan reception is largely positive due to its haunting, immersive design, though some prefer his more traditional vampire skins or dislike the “pay-to-win” perception.
  • Noteworthy gameplay effects include watery projectiles, tidal wave-like Qs, and an almost invisible ultimate Hemoplague mist, sometimes cited for its deceptive clarity.
  • The splash art shows Vladimir surrounded by swirling water and ghostly shipwreck debris, highlighting his elegant yet menacing presence.
  • Dark Waters Vladimir stands out for its chilling aquatic twist, fluid spell effects, and the memorable pirate aesthetic it brings to the champion.