Patch 1.9.20 Released: January 14, 2026

EXP Lane Durability and Defense Equipment Rescale

ARCHIVE: v1.9.44 v1.9.20

Meta Impact Overview

This update restructured mid-game frontline durability, establishing clear distinctions between burst-mitigation equipment and sustained healing dampeners.

1. Projected Win Rate Swings

Projected performance shifts based on mechanical and base scaling changes

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Patch Winners

PROJECTED WR ↑
Terizla
TE
Terizla +1.9%
Passive damage reduction enhancement

Turned Terizla into the undisputed anchor of frontline EXP trades.
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Patch Losers

PROJECTED WR ↓
Paquito
PA
Paquito -1.4%
Skill 1 shield reduction

Less forgiving when miscalculating combo engagements.

2. Hero Balance Adjustments

Precise attribute differentials and official balance rationale

ADJUSTMENTS: 1 HEROES
Terizla
TE

Terizla

Fighter
Passive: Body of Smith
BUFF
Attribute / Mechanic Before After Diff
Max Damage Reduction 30% 35% +5%
Developer Notes:
"Empowering Terizlas low-health raid-boss fantasy in clustered teamfights."
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Tactical Assessment: High Impact. Cemented Terizlas rise to S-Tier EXP priority.

3. Battlefield & Equipment Adjustments

Equipment

Dominance Ice

Anti-heal passive trigger range increased slightly.

Radius: 3.2m -> 3.5m