LoL Patch 26.9 notes: Riot pushes bruiser Shyvana, tweaks Zeri and nerfs Ambessa ult

League of Legends Patch 26.9 is bringing another targeted balance update, with Riot Games focusing on key champions during the ongoing domestic splits leading to MSI 2026.

While not a massive overhaul, the patch zeroes in on specific pressure points, pushing Shyvana toward a bruiser identity, tweaking Zeri’s playstyle, and adding counterplay to Ambessa’s ultimate, changes that could subtly influence drafts and priorities across multiple roles.