Exclusive League of Legends TCG reveal showcases Protective Sands, a new battlefield for Riftbound: Vendetta
Polygon has exclusively revealed Protective Sands, a new battlefield card for the upcoming Riftbound: Vendetta expansion set launching July 31. The card represents Riot’s continued focus on battlefield mechanics as a core gameplay element in the League of Legends trading card game.
In Riftbound, battlefields play a crucial role in competitive play. Players construct decks and select three battlefields before matches, with one chosen at the start of each 1v1 game in best-of-three format. Players score points by capturing and maintaining control of battlefields throughout matches. Each battlefield card features unique abilities designed to reward specific deck strategies, making battlefield selection a key strategic decision point.
Protective Sands specifically establishes a reliable draw engine for players who maintain consistent rune counts in play. The card design encourages deck-building around sustained resource management, supporting strategies focused on maintaining board presence and rune stability. This addition to Vendetta continues the expansion’s focus on expanding the strategic depth of battlefield interactions and player decision-making.