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Timothy Dyas

Mrs. Dolese

ENGL 1158

September 20th , 2024

Topic Proposal : The League Of Legends Community

The League of Legends (LoL) community is one of the biggest and most important online

gaming communities today. Since it was launched in 2009 by Riot Games, League of Legends

has become a global hit in the gaming world, with millions of active players and fans around the

world. The game is loved for its deep strategy, fast-paced action, and its role as a major eSport,

but the online community that has grown around it is just as interesting. Despite its size and

importance in gaming culture, the LoL community hasn't been studied enough. As a gamer who

plays the exact rival of this game which is Dota 2. It is very interesting to study its variety,

structure, and influence on how people interact online deserve more attention. It is important to

study this group because of its impact on gaming, as well as the challenges it faces, like toxic

behavior, high competition, and cultural differences.

The League of Legends community is large and made up of different types of players,

from casual players to professional eSports athletes. It includes people like streamers, content

creators, fan artists, cosplayers, tournament organizers and even celebrities. A key part of this

community is the mix of casual play and serious competition, making it a place for friends to

hang out and a platform for professional gamers to compete against each other. LoL has led to

big eSports events like the League of Legends World Championship, which draws millions of

viewers and offers huge prize money. But beyond these tournaments, the community has players

of all skill levels, cultures, and goals, adding to its rich diversity.
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Despite its global success, the League of Legends community is often criticized for its

toxic behavior. Same like Dota 2, the game’s fast-paced, team-based nature can foster frustration

among players, leading to negative interactions. Terms like “flaming” and “tilting” are

commonly associated with the game, referring to heated arguments and emotional breakdowns

that occur during matches. Riot Games has implemented measures such as player reporting

systems, automated bans, and positive reinforcement initiatives to combat this issue, yet the

problem persists. This ongoing tension between player enjoyment and community toxicity is a

crucial aspect that requires deeper understanding. Exploring the roots of this behavior and its

impact on player experience is essential for creating healthier online communities in the future.

The League of Legends community deals with problems like toxic behavior and cultural

differences. Since it’s a global game, players come from many regions, each with their own

languages and customs. This mix can lead to both good interactions and misunderstandings.

Rivalries in the eSports scene show these cultural divides even more. Studying how players

handle these differences and work to create unity can help us understand how online

communities promote cultural exchange. Even though the LoL community is important in

gaming, it hasn't been studied much. Its mix of casual and competitive players, issues with

toxicity, and cultural diversity make it a great topic for looking at online behavior and

interactions.
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Works Cited

League of legends homepage. leagueoflegends.com. (n.d.).

https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/

R/leagueoflegends on reddit: Why is the League of Legends Community So Toxic?

(n.d.).

https://www.reddit.com/r/leagueoflegends/comments/s12l20/why_is_the_league_of_legends_co

mmunity_so_toxic/

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