So You Just Got Dumpstered By a Yasuo Who Thinks He's Faker: A Guide to Reporting in League of Legends
Let's face it, League of Legends isn't all sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes you get matched with teammates who would make a Teemo main blush, or opponents with egos the size of Baron Nashor. But fear not, valiant summoner! This handy-dandy guide will equip you with the knowledge to report those pesky players and make the Fields of Justice a little less toxic.
Step One: Identifying the Enemy (Literally and Figuratively)
Not everyone deserves a report. We've all had those games where things just clickety-clacked in the wrong direction. Focus on the players who take the negativity to eleven with behaviors like:
- Verbal Abuse: This charming individual likes to grace your ears with a symphony of insults that would put a sailor to shame.
- Intentional Feeding: AKA "AFK and Die Simulator 2024." This teammate has strategically decided their keyboard is best used as a doorstop.
- Griefing: Basically, they're playing on the opposing team. Strange, right?
Remember: Don't report someone just because they had a bad game. Everyone goes 0/10 sometimes (except for Yasuo mains, those guys are always 0/20).
Step Two: The Glorious Report Button - Wield it With Purpose!
Now that you've identified your target, it's time to unleash the mighty report button! There are two main ways to do this:
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Post-Game Smackdown: After the Nexus explodes (hopefully yours didn't), the scoreboard will be your battleground. Look for the red exclamation mark (!) next to the offender's name. Click it with the righteous fury of a thousand disappointed mothers.
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Match History Hunt: Let's say you left the post-game lobby in a blind rage (we've all been there). Fear not! You can still report up to five days after the match. Head over to your profile, then match history. Find the appropriate game, right-click the villain's name, and unleash the report function!
Step Three: Reporting Like a Boss - Choose Your Weapon Wisely
Here comes the fun part: picking the reason for the report. Choose wisely, my friend, for these categories will determine the fate of your foe.
- Verbal Abuse: For those who confuse chat with a Youtube comment section.
- Intentional Feeding: Because sometimes, silence speaks volumes (especially when your teammate is repeatedly diving the enemy fountain).
- Grieving: For those who've apparently pledged allegiance to the enemy team.
Pro Tip: You can (and probably should) select multiple categories if the player excelled at being a super jerk.
Step Four: Justice Served... Maybe?
You've reported the scoundrel, and now the fate rests with the mysterious Riot Tribunal. Will they be judged harshly? Who knows! But you've done your part to make the League a better place. Now, take a deep breath, queue up for another match, and remember...
Sometimes, you just gotta laugh. League can be a wild ride, so fire up some memes, share the experience with your friends, and don't let the bad apples spoil the bunch.
Remember: Reporting is a tool, use it wisely. But most importantly, have fun and keep climbing those ranked ladders, summoner!
