Zaahen in League of Legends: Release date and abilities explored

Zaahen, the Unsundered, is a much-anticipated champion in League of Legends set to officially join the in-game roster on November 19, 2025. Riot Games officially revealed Zaahen during the Worlds 2025 Grand Finals, instantly capturing the attention of both casual and competitive players alike. The character brings back the revive mechanic previously seen with Aatrox, along with other amazing effects.

This article highlights the release date of Zaahen in League of Legends and also explains each one of his in-game abilities.

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When can you play Zaahen in League of Legends?

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Riot Games has confirmed that Zaahen will debut in League of Legends on November 19, 2025, with the upcoming Patch 25.23. He will be the 172nd champion in the game who is originally a Darkin, part of the same legendary race as Aatrox and Rhaast. As such, he is also capable of using the revifve mechanic.

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Zaahen in League of Legends: Abilities and playstyle explained

Passive (Cultivation of War)

Zaahen’s attacks and abilities grant stacks of Determination, with each stack increasing attack damage. When the Determination bar is full, Zaahen can revive upon taking lethal damage, coming back with most of his HP.

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Q (The Darkin Glaive)

Zaahen's Q (Image via Riot Games)

Zaahen’s next attack slashes twice, dealing bonus damage and granting healing. Moreover, upon quickly using Q again, the next attack deals extra damage and knocks up the enemy.

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W (Dreaded Return)

Zaahen's W (Image via Riot Games)

Zaahen stabs in a chosen direction, dealing damage and pulling enemies hit toward him. This ability is great for disrupting key targets in teamfights.

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E (Aureate Rush)

Zaahen's E (Image via Riot Games)

Zaahen dashes to a target location, then spins and damages nearby enemies. This ability provides the character with strong mobility and makes it suitable for both initiation and escaping.

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R (Grim Deliverance)

Zaahen's R (Image via Riot Games)

Zaahen leaps into the air and then slams down, dealing AoE damage. He also heals based on the amount of damage dealt. It is recommended to use this move to survive clutch fights.