The world of League of Legends ARAM is changing, and at the center of this transformation is Riot’s brand-new Champion Card system. Replacing the long-standing reroll feature, Champion Cards introduce a strategic way to select your champion in All Random All Mid. In this article, we’ll explore how Champion Cards work, what they mean for ARAM players, and why this change is a big deal for the game mode’s future.
What Are Champion Cards?
Champion Cards are Riot’s solution to the limitations of the old reroll system. Instead of being handed a single random champion and praying your rerolls save you, the new system offers a choice between two (sometimes three) random champions before the match begins.
When the game loads into champion select, each player receives two Champion Cards. You pick one to play, and the other goes to a shared bench, where teammates can claim it if they prefer it over their own options. Occasionally, players will be given a third card. This could be a choice depending on the champions you already own or pure luck.
This new feature keeps the random spirit of ARAM intact but introduces a layer of strategy and teamwork that was missing before.
Why Did Riot Replace Rerolls?
The old reroll system gave players a limited currency to swap their assigned champion for another random one. While it worked, it often left players stuck with champs they didn’t enjoy, or didn’t fit their team’s needs.
Champion Cards solve this problem by:
Giving players more choice from the start, regardless of other players reroll uses.
Encouraging team coordination through the shared bench while making sure their champion of choice is kept to their own.
Reducing frustration by eliminating total randomness.
Preserving ARAM’s “all-random” identity while offering flexibility.
How Does the Champion Card Bench Work?
The bench system is a simple yet impactful addition. After everyone makes their initial picks, any unchosen cards go into a shared team bench. These cards are visible to everyone on your team, and you’re free to claim one before locking in.
This introduces a subtle layer of teamwork. For example:
If your card includes a mage and your team is full of melee champs, someone else might benefit from it more.
You might see a teammate’s unpicked champion and decide it better fits your playstyle or team comp.
It’s a small mechanic that encourages communication. In a mode like ARAM, where coordination is often minimal, that’s a welcome change.
What About Reroll Tokens?
With Champion Cards now taking center stage, reroll tokens will phase out. Riot hasn’t announced how they’ll handle existing reroll balances, but players can expect that the old system will be retired in favor of the new approach.
This also means that your champion pool matters more. Since Champion Cards are relevant to the number of champions you own, investing in a broader roster could give you more variety in your card choices.
Is This Good for the LoL ARAM Map Experience?
The Champion Card system makes ARAM feel less punishing and more dynamic without losing the chaotic charm that makes the mode popular. It gives players better options, reduces troll picks, and makes team comps slightly more balanced. This is true especially when paired with Riot’s ongoing ARAM balancing patches.
Combined with the new map rotations (Butcher’s Bridge, Koeshin’s Crossing, and Howling Abyss), Champion Cards are a signal that Riot is taking the LoL ARAM Map and its community more seriously than ever before.
Champion Cards are more than just a new way to pick your champion. They’re a clear upgrade to ARAM’s foundational design. By offering choice, encouraging teamwork, and cutting down on frustration, Riot has made the mode more accessible and enjoyable for casual and dedicated players alike.
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