Riven
Welcome, Lore-Lovers, to Liandrug, where legends are brought to life and stories untold find their voice. Today, we delve into the riveting saga of one of League of Legends' most enigmatic champions: Riven, the exile of Noxus. Once a swordmaster amidst the brutal warhosts of Noxus, Riven's journey is a tumultuous odyssey of betrayal, redemption, and self-discovery. Her ascent was marked by unwavering conviction and ruthless efficiency, earning her the accolades of her peers and the gift of a legendary runic blade. Yet, fate's capricious hand led her to the shores of Ionia, where the very foundation of her allegiance was tested to its core. Betrayal and disillusionment followed, shattering the bonds that once tied her to her homeland. Now, a wanderer in a fractured world, Riven embarks on a quest to find her place amidst the chaos, haunted by whispers of Noxus's dark resurgence. Join us as we unravel the enigma of Riven's journey.
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Champion's story
Born into the tumultuous landscape of Noxus, Riven's childhood was marred by the absence of parental guidance, her father claimed by the nameless specter of battle and her mother lost in the throes of her stubborn birth. Raised amidst the rugged hillsides of Trevale, she toiled on a farm overseen by the empire, where physical prowess and unyielding determination were the currency of survival.
While the daily grind of farm life sustained her, Riven hungered for a destiny beyond the confines of her rustic existence. Observing the frequent visits of conscriptors from regional warbands, she glimpsed a pathway to the life she yearned for. With each passing year, her resolve solidified until, finally, she offered her strength to the empire, hopeful that Noxus would welcome her as one of its own.
In the crucible of battle, Riven found her true calling. Despite her youth, her tireless labor endowed her with the strength to wield a towering longsword with effortless skill. Bound by the camaraderie of her fellow soldiers, she forged unbreakable bonds on the battlefield, her loyalty to her comrades unwavering.
Her unwavering dedication did not go unnoticed. Boram Darkwill, the formidable leader of Noxus, honored her exceptional service with a runic blade of formidable power, its dark stone infused with enchantments by a sorceress of the court. Though weighty and imposing, the weapon resonated with Riven's soul, a perfect extension of her formidable prowess.
As fate would have it, the call of conquest beckoned, and soon Riven found herself among the ranks of the Noxian warhosts bound for Ionia, a land ripe for the taking in the empire's grand design.
As the conflict in Ionia persisted, it became increasingly evident that the land would not yield to Noxus's advances. Tasked with escorting another warband through the embattled province of Navori, Riven's unit found themselves in uneasy territory. Led by Emystan, the warband had enlisted the aid of a Zaunite alchemist, intrigued by a novel weapon being tested.
Despite her unwavering loyalty to Noxus, Riven couldn't shake a sense of unease as she observed the peculiar cargo carried by the allied soldiers. The fragile amphorae seemed out of place on the battlefield, raising suspicions within her.
As the confrontation intensified, the very land seemed to resist their advance. Caught in a deluge of rain and mud, Riven and her comrades found themselves isolated with their perilous cargo, vulnerable to the looming threat. It was then that the Ionian fighters emerged from the shadows, catching them off guard.
In a moment of betrayal, Emystan's silence spoke volumes as a flaming arrow pierced the night sky. Realization dawned on Riven that this was no longer a war of conquest but a ruthless campaign of annihilation, regardless of the cost.
Amidst the chaos, disaster struck as the wagon was targeted directly. With reflexes honed by battle, Riven drew her blade, but it was futile. The ensuing explosion unleashed a torrent of chemical fire, engulfing both Ionian and Noxian alike in a horrific spectacle of death and suffering.
Shielded by the arcane protection of her enchanted blade, Riven bore witness to the harrowing scenes of betrayal and agony, haunted by the atrocities she could neither prevent nor forget.For Riven, the aftermath of the tragedy exists as fragmented memories, woven into the fabric of nightmares that haunt her sleep. Amidst the chaos, she tended to her wounds and grieved for the fallen, but a bitter resentment simmered within her towards the very weapon that had spared her life.
Etched with mocking words that served as painful reminders of her losses, the blade became a symbol of her shattered allegiance to Noxus. Determined to sever the final tie binding her to her former life, Riven resolved to destroy the cursed sword before the break of dawn.
Yet, even as the blade shattered into irreparable pieces, the peace she sought remained elusive. Stripped of the beliefs that had once defined her existence, Riven made the agonizing decision to exile herself, wandering the scarred landscapes of Ionia in search of redemption.
Returning to the village where her journey of self-destruction began, Riven faced the grim consequences of her actions, her recklessness claiming the life of a revered elder. In a stark contrast to the condemnation she would have faced in Noxus, Ionia extended a hand of forgiveness, offering solace amidst the turmoil that consumed her.
Haunted by her past and uncertain of her future, Riven grapples with the shifting tides of power across Valoran. As she strives to reclaim her identity and forge a new path, she remains tormented by the specter of her past deeds, unsure of what fate awaits her upon the journey to wholeness.
In the story "Seams and Scars" we find Riven with Muramaat, asking what brings her to Ionia. Sitting across the flickering flames, she found herself in the company of an unfamiliar traveler, a Noxian, bearing an imposing weapon strapped to her back. Muramaat's thoughts wandered to the lives that blade might have claimed in its wake. The white-haired woman, known as Riven, glanced towards her "father" before addressing Muramaat. With a thick accent but a hint of sorrow in her voice, Riven revealed her Noxian origins and her reluctance to return to her homeland since the war.
Asa Konte, her apparent father, affirmed Riven's belonging in Ionia, his words carrying a sense of finality. Muramaat's curiosity persisted. She probed Riven further, questioning the reasons behind her presence on Ionian shores and the weight of her past actions.
Riven's response was simple yet laden with regret, a rare sentiment from a Noxian warrior.
"Why did you stay?" Muramaat's inquiry pierced the air, echoing the collective pain inflicted by Noxian forces upon Ionia.
The tension became palpable as Riven's grip on her plate tightened, the fragile porcelain succumbing to the strain. With a crack, the plate shattered, scattering its contents onto the ground.
Apologizing profusely, Riven prepared to depart, but Muramaat's attention was elsewhere. Holding the broken pieces, she engaged in a silent dialogue with the spirit dwelling within the clay.
Harnessing her mending abilities, Muramaat demonstrated her craft to Riven, seamlessly repairing the fractured plate before her eyes.
Intrigued, Riven questioned the nature of Muramaat's gift, pondering over the scars left by the mending process.
As Muramaat imparted her wisdom on the beauty of healing and the significance of scars, a moment of understanding passed between them.
Riven confessed her presence in Ionia as a means of atonement for her past transgressions, her resolve to seek redemption palpable in the quiet of the night.
Yet, as Muramaat's gaze fell upon Riven's formidable weapon, she couldn't help but wonder about the true nature of the Noxian warrior. Was Riven truly different, or was she bound by the same cycle of violence that had defined her people?
Muramaat awoke abruptly to the sound of a heavy thud against her caravan--a telltale sign of bandits lurking in the night. Despite Riven's assurance of keeping watch, Muramaat armed herself with her trusty kettle, prepared to confront the intruders.
Opening the door cautiously, Muramaat was met with a surprising sight. Riven stood amidst three burly bandits, wielding her broken blade with an eerie sense of command. Despite the fractured state of her weapon, it exuded a formidable aura, pulsating with latent power.
Though wary of the Noxian's presence, Muramaat couldn't tear her gaze away from the unfolding scene.
With swift precision, Riven dispatched the assailants, incapacitating them with controlled bursts of energy from her enchanted blade. Rather than resorting to lethal force, she incapacitated her adversaries, showcasing a restraint rarely seen among Noxian warriors.
As the dust settled, Muramaat ventured closer, intrigued by Riven's unconventional combat prowess. She observed as Riven manipulated the shards of her broken weapon with skillful precision, fashioning them into a makeshift semblance of its former self.
Impressed yet cautious, Muramaat inquired about Riven's intentions regarding the defeated bandits.
Riven's response was nonchalant, opting to merely restrain the assailants until morning--a stark departure from the merciless tactics often associated with Noxian soldiers.
As Muramaat's curiosity grew, she expressed a desire to examine Riven's blade, hoping to uncover the secrets hidden within its fractured form.
Wariness flickered in Riven's eyes at the request, but she reluctantly complied, holding the blade aloft as Muramaat delved into her mending abilities.
Guided by an otherworldly intuition, Muramaat connected with the spirit dwelling within the blade, unlocking fragments of its mysterious past.
In a jarring moment of revelation, Muramaat glimpsed visions of conflict and turmoil, sensing a looming threat directed towards Riven and her weapon.
Stricken by the revelation, Muramaat shared her findings with Riven, who reacted with a mixture of shock and apprehension.
Acknowledging her own misjudgment, Muramaat offered to mend the blade as a gesture of goodwill, only to be met with a resolute refusal from Riven.
In a poignant moment of vulnerability, Riven confessed the inherent flaws of her broken weapon, recognizing the futility of attempting to mend what was irreparably damaged.
As Riven collected the shattered remnants of her blade, Muramaat retreated to her caravan, grappling with the weight of her newfound knowledge.
Watching Riven from afar, Muramaat couldn't shake the feeling of helplessness, yearning for the ability to mend not just objects, but the fractured souls she encountered on her journey.
Champion's relations
Riven's journey intertwines with a diverse array of champions, each leaving an indelible mark on her path.
Singed, the notorious chemist of Noxus, played a pivotal role in Riven's transformation. Tasked with escorting a Noxian military commander named Emystan, Riven found herself ensnared in the horrors of war and the insidious influence of Singed's chemicals. Witnessing the indiscriminate slaughter wrought by Emystan and Singed shattered Riven's faith in Noxus, prompting her to sever her ties and embark on a quest for redemption.
Yasuo, the wandering swordsman, became entwined in Riven's tale through a tragic twist of fate. Suspected of killing Elder Souma, Yasuo's search for truth led him to confront Riven. Despite initial suspicions, Riven's confession unveiled the accidental nature of Souma's death, shifting the burden of guilt from Yasuo's shoulders. Their encounter revealed the complexities of responsibility and forgiveness, forging an unexpected bond between them.
LeBlanc, the enigmatic sorceress, holds a cryptic connection to Riven's past. Entrusting her blade to LeBlanc's enchantments, Riven's quest for absolution takes a mysterious turn as she navigates the web of intrigue woven by the Deceiver.
Riven's trials extend beyond her encounters with individuals, encompassing the bonds forged in battle. Tasked with bringing Riven back to Noxus, her battlesisters confronted her with loyalty and determination. Despite their efforts, Riven's fate took a dire turn as she faced life in the Fleshing Arena, a testament to the enduring grip of Noxian authority.
Yet amidst the chaos, Riven found allies in unexpected places. Draven, the flamboyant showman of the arena, recognized her prowess as a worthy opponent. United by their shared love for combat, their encounters marked moments of fleeting camaraderie amidst the chaos of the arena.
The Sentinels of Light, champions of justice, offered Riven a chance at redemption. Despite initial skepticism from Irelia, Riven's actions in aiding the Sentinels showcased her commitment to atoning for past transgressions. United in their fight against Viego's Ruination, Riven forged new bonds of camaraderie and respect among the Sentinels.
Through trials and tribulations, alliances and betrayals, Riven's journey continues, navigating the intricate tapestry of Runeterra's champions as she seeks to reconcile her past and forge a new future.
OutroTo all you lore-lovers out there, thank you for joining us on this journey through the intricate tapestry of Riven's story. From her tumultuous past in Noxus to her redemption amidst the chaos of battle, Riven's tale is one of resilience, sacrifice, and redemption.
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