Hey Kings, it's time to grip that spear tight—Chong-shan Zilong is charging onto the battlefield! The "Courage Zilong" skin hits the scene on June 24 as the star prize of the new purchase event, but hold up, that's not all this patch has in store. Zilong's skills got a total glow-up, and we're spilling all the beans on how to own the game with this revamped fighter. Oh, and there's a brand-new game mode dropping right alongside him!
1. Zilong of Chong-shan: The Warrior's Return
(1) Release Date & Event Details
Circle June 24 on your calendar—Courage Zilong drops as the top reward in the "Mountain's Might" event. If you manage to ace all the event challenges (yep, like winning 10 ranked matches or dishing out 1M damage with fighters), this epic skin is yours. Pro tip? Team Zilong up with his new skills in ARAM and Classic modes to rack up event progress way faster.
(2) Lore Behind the Skin
This ain't your run-of-the-mill Zilong. The Chong-shan tribe's legendary warrior wields a spear crafted from mountain ore, and his armor's decked out with ancient dragon runes. His backstory ties into the ongoing "Dragon’s Roar" storyline—word on the street is his ultimate skill unleashes the spirit of a mountain dragon!
2. Zilong's Recreated Skills: A Warrior's Strength
(1) Passive: Dragon Might
Now, it hands out 8% extra attack speed per stack, and you can stack it up to 5 times (that's a whopping 40% total!). Taking out minions or smacking enemies refreshes those stacks, making clearing the jungle and pushing lanes a breeze.
Here's the kicker: Every 3rd basic attack pierces through armor, dealing 15% extra physical damage. Tanks, beware!
(2) Skill 1: Dragon Strike
Shoots out a shockwave that slows enemies down by 40% for 2 seconds. And get this—hitting an enemy with it resets Zilong’s basic attack cooldown, so you can chain attacks for insane burst damage.
Pro move: Use it to cancel your basic attack's animation and pull off combos like a pro.
(3) Skill 2: Dragon Dash
Dashes forward, smacks enemies, and heals Zilong for 8% of his max HP. Now, when you hit enemy heroes, it cuts the cooldown by 2 seconds, so you can spam it in team fights.
Fun fact: The dash got a 15% range buff in the last patch—great for chasing down runners or making a quick getaway.
(4) Ultimate: Dragon Slayer
Leaps high in the air and slams down, dishing out AOE damage and knocking enemies up. New perk: You get a 30% damage reduction shield for 3 seconds when you land.
Strategy? Dive into the enemy backline and use that shield to tank through the chaos.
3. Mastering Zilong: Winning Strategies
(1) Best Builds
Assassin Build: Warrior Boots + Blade of Despair + Endless Battle + Malefic Roar + Immortality + Bloodthirsty Axe
This build is all about bursting down squishy targets.
Sustain Build: Tough Boots + Dominance Ice + Athena's Shield + Blade of the Ruined King + Immortality + Guardian Helmet
Ideal for those who want to tank it out in long fights.
(2) Combos to Memorize
Basic Burst: 2 (Dash) → Basic Attack → 1 (Shockwave) → Basic Attack → Ultimate → Basic Attack
This combo maxes out your passive stacks and armor-piercing damage.
Escape/Chase: 2 (Dash) → 1 (Slow) → 2 (Dash again)
Use that passive speed boost to outrun your enemies.
(3) Matchup Advice
Weak Against: Heroes with CC, like Aurora's freeze or Franco's hook. Grab Athena's Shield early to counter them.
Strong Against: Squishy mages and marksmen won't stand a chance against your dive.
4. Latest Update: Clash of Champions Mode
(1) What's New
Get ready for a brand-new 3v3 mode dropping on June 25! You'll pick from a set of pre-selected heroes (yup, Zilong's guaranteed to be in there) and battle it out in a smaller arena. First team to destroy the enemy core wins.
(2) Why You’ll Love It
Matches are quick (10 - 15 minutes), and there are cool rules: random buffs pop up every 2 minutes, like "Double Gold" or "Increased Movement Speed". It's the perfect place to practice Zilong's new skills without the pressure.
Conclusion
Zilong’s rework turns him into an absolute beast. Whether you're zipping through lanes or diving into team fights, his updated skills reward bold plays. Don’t miss out on the June 24 event to snag Courage Zilong, and keep an eye out for Clash of Champions mode. Now go show the Land of Dawn what this Chong - shan warrior is made of!
