Quick Answer
Riftbound Unleashed is the third set in the League of Legends TCG, released at Australian local game stores on May 8, 2026. It added 219 cards, introduced three new keyword mechanics (XP, Ambush, and Hunt), and launched Champion Decks for Vi and Vex at AU$39.99 RRP. The Unleashed Vault product retails at AU$89.95. Browse current AUD prices at /cards/riftbound/sets/unleashed.
What Unleashed Changed in Riftbound
Unleashed is the current set as of May 2026, and it introduced changes that go beyond simply adding new cards to the existing pool.
Three new mechanics define Unleashed's identity and distinguish it from Origins and Spiritforged.
XP is a resource that builds over the course of a game and activates champion-specific advantages when spent. Different champions accumulate and use XP in different ways, making XP management a new strategic layer on top of the Rune system.
Ambush allows certain cards to be played at unexpected timing, disrupting opponent plans and creating counterplay opportunities that Spiritforged and Origins builds can't produce.
Hunt is an interaction keyword that changes how specific units engage in combat, rewarding players who can set up the right board conditions before their Hunter units act.
New champions added in Unleashed include Vi, Vex, Diana, Master Yi, Kha'Zix, LeBlanc, Evelynn, and Rengar, among others. The set is themed around the Jungle environment and the idea that champions are forged through experience rather than born powerful, which informs both the XP mechanic and the card art direction.
Unleashed Products and AU Pricing
Champion Decks (Vi and Vex): AU$39.99 RRP. Each deck contains 56 cards (40 main deck, 1 Legend, 12 Runes, 3 Battlefields), a paper playmat, a how-to-play guide, a cardboard deck box, and a booster pack.
The Vi Champion Deck is built around Fury and Order Runes and plays an assertive, physical combat style. The Vex Champion Deck uses Calm and Chaos Runes with a more disruptive, reactive approach. Both are functional as standalone competitive starting points.
The Unleashed Vault: AU$89.95 RRP. A collector bundle with additional contents beyond the standard booster display. This is designed as an all-in-one purchase for players wanting a larger card pool from day one.
Booster Display: 24 packs per box, each pack containing 14 cards (seven commons, three uncommons, two flex slots at minimum Rare, one foil of any rarity, and one Rune or token). Each Unleashed pack contains 60+ Showcase cards across the set.
Accessories: Unleashed launched with a LeBlanc playmat (AU$49.99 RRP), Poppy Card Sleeves (AU$29.99 RRP), and other accessory options featuring overnumbered card art.
Find Unleashed products on eBay AU: search eBay for Riftbound Unleashed.
The New Champions in Depth
Vi (Piltover Enforcer) is the Fury and Order champion, built around physical combat and direct engagement. Her playstyle suits players who want to control the board through direct, powerful attacks rather than complex interactions.
Vex (Gloomist) is the Calm and Chaos champion, centred on disruption and emotional mechanics tied to her League of Legends identity. Her playstyle rewards patience and reactive play.
Diana brings a lunar and celestial theme with mechanics tied to the day and night cycle present in her League lore.
Master Yi is the Wuju discipline champion, focused on single-target precision and enhancement through Gear.
Kha'Zix and Rengar both interact with the Hunt keyword in Unleashed, which reflects their predatory identities from League of Legends.
LeBlanc and Evelynn bring deception and concealment mechanics consistent with their assassin/mage identities.
Unleashed in the Competitive Format
Unleashed is the current set and where competitive focus is concentrated as of May 2026. The XP mechanic in particular has generated significant theoretical debate about which champions scale the best from early to late game with XP advantages. Price movement on Unleashed singles is the most active of the three current sets.
Track current Unleashed price movement at the Market page at /market. Use the Compare tool at /compare to evaluate specific singles before purchasing.
Should You Buy Unleashed Sealed or Singles?
As the current set with active retail availability, Unleashed booster boxes and Champion Decks are the easiest to find in Australia right now. That availability cuts both ways: sealed is accessible, but so are singles from people opening sealed product.
For most players, buying targeted singles after identifying your champion archetype gives better value than opening boxes. Run the expected value numbers using the EV Calculator at /tools before committing to a booster box.
If you are a new player considering the Vi or Vex Champion Deck as your first purchase, both are solid options. They include a booster pack and come with the full learning experience built in. If you have already been playing Origins or Spiritforged, the Champion Deck serves as a cost-effective starting point for the new champion before you upgrade with singles.
The C3 Take
Unleashed is where Riftbound is happening right now. The three new mechanics (XP, Ambush, Hunt) represent the most significant rules additions since Origins, and they interact with the existing Origins and Spiritforged card pool in ways that are still being worked out by competitive players. That uncertainty means the market has not fully priced these cards yet. Singles from high-performing Unleashed champions will move when tournament results land. The habit worth building now is simple: check current prices before buying, not after. Use the live hub, use the Market page, and don't rely on memory or a listing you saw last week. The Australian Riftbound market is active and prices move quickly on real demand.
What to Read Next
- Browse Unleashed singles and live AUD prices at /cards/riftbound/sets/unleashed
- See current AU price movers at /market
- Track your Riftbound collection across all sets at /tracker