Zaahen Early Design Concepts

These early drafts explore different shapes, armor styles, weapon ideas, and thematic tones — showing just how many directions Riot considered before finalizing the champion. It’s a rare peek behind the curtain into the iterative design process that shapes every new champion in League.

Below are the concept variations currently circulating. Keep in mind that these images are representations of the ideation phase, not official final art.

First Explorations

Second pass of explorations

Third pass of explorations

Artist: http://artstation.com/artwork/dyXLo3

Final Thoughts

Which design direction do you think Riot should have followed? And which concept is your favorite?

Share your thoughts in the comments!