FAQ About Runeterra Universe

In the Runeterra Universe, the Void and the Shadow Isles are connected through a series of events and their shared association with dark and malevolent forces. Here is how the Void and the Shadow Isles are connected:

• The Ruination: The Ruination is a cataclysmic event that occurred on the Shadow Isles. It involved the Black Mist, a manifestation of the spirits of the dead, spreading and corrupting the land. The Black Mist is directly tied to the influence of the Shadow Isles and its association with death and undeath.
• Harrowing: The Harrowing is an event where the Black Mist intensifies, engulfing the Shadow Isles and allowing the spirits of the dead to rise as haunting undead entities. During the Harrowing, the Black Mist spreads beyond the Shadow Isles, reaching other regions and leaving death and devastation in its wake.
• The Mist and the Void: The Black Mist is often linked to the influence of the Void. It is believed that the Mist has a connection to the chaotic energies and corruption of the Void. This connection is hinted at in various champion lore and stories. For example, champions like Thresh and Hecarim, associated with the Shadow Isles, show signs of Void corruption or influence.
• Interaction of Dark Magics: Both the Void and the Shadow Isles are realms associated with dark and corruptive magics. The Void possesses its own form of chaotic and corruptive magic, while the Shadow Isles is steeped in necromantic energies. These dark magics can intertwine and intersect, creating a connection between the two realms.