Fortiche and Riot Games Unveil 'Twilight’s End' Cinematic
During the 2025 League of Legends World Championship in Chengdu, Riot Games and French studio Fortiche, known for Arcane, premiered Twilight’s End, the final cinematic of this year’s League of Legends story arc.
A Four-Part Narrative
The story focuses on characters LeBlanc, Vladimir, and Xin Zhao, unfolding across four cinematics released since January 2025: Welcome to Noxus, Dark Gambit, Beginning of the End, and Twilight’s End.
Plot Highlights of 'Twilight’s End'
The cinematic centers on the decisive battle for the Darkin Glaive’s control. It begins with a fierce fight within the Spirit Temple, which becomes tangible in Ionia during the spirit blossom bloom.
- Xin Zhao and temple guardian Yunara defend the glaive against Atakhan, LeBlanc’s ally.
- During the clash, Xin Zhao contacts the relic and is transported to Zaahen’s prison realm.
- Fearing a catastrophic future where LeBlanc and Atakhan destroy Demacia, Xin Zhao pleads with Zaahen to possess his body.
Artistic Innovation
Fortiche introduced fresh visual elements inspired by Ionia’s magic and mysticism to shape the cinematic’s unique aesthetic.
“For this production, Fortiche explored new visual codes shaped by Ionia’s magic and mysticism.”
Author's Summary
Fortiche’s Twilight’s End delivers an epic conclusion to 2025’s League of Legends story, blending compelling characters with innovative visuals rooted in Ionia’s mystic heritage.