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Wild Rift Launches HEATBRINGER Skins as K/DA Returns After Six Years

League of Legends: Wild Rift has officially launched its exclusive HEATBRINGER skinline, featuring four champions from virtual K-pop group K/DA, following the group’s return to the music scene after a six-year hiatus.

Available starting November 4, the collection introduces new looks for Ahri, Akali, Evelynn, and Kai’Sa, the four original members of the virtual music group. The skins feature fiery white and red designs inspired by K/DA’s latest musical era.

The release coincides with the group’s comeback through its newest track, “FIRESTARTER,” alongside an extended play (EP) containing three additional songs. The new releases are now available on major music streaming platforms.

HEATBRINGER Ahri. Photo courtesy of Riot Games.
HEATBRINGER Akali. Photo courtesy of Riot Games.
HEATBRINGER Evelynn. Photo courtesy of Riot Games.
HEATBRINGER Kai’Sa. Photo courtesy of Riot Games.

First introduced in 2018, K/DA is a virtual pop group formed by four League of Legends champions: Ahri, Akali, Evelynn, and Kai’Sa. The group quickly gained popularity among gaming and music fans, establishing itself as one of Riot Games’ most recognizable musical projects.

Among the highlights of the new collection is the Prestige K/DA HEATBRINGER Evelynn skin, which joins the Wild Rift-exclusive releases.

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Prestige K/DA HEATBRINGER Evelynn skin. Photo courtesy of Riot Games.

To celebrate the group’s comeback, Riot Games also held “FIRE IT UP: The K/DA Comeback Party” in the Philippines, bringing together fans and members of the League of Legends community for an exclusive listening event.

Held at BSK Manila, the celebration featured a listening party for the “FIRESTARTER” EP, live AAA ARAM gameplay, interactive community activities, cosplay meet-and-greets, and exclusive giveaways.

The event also highlighted Wild Rift’s latest major update, Patch 7.3, which introduces new features and musical-inspired content to the mobile MOBA.