Chempunk Jinx (Skin Concept)
I wanted to try something new and design a skin for one of my favourite games: League of Legends.
I spotted the Chempunk Shredder card while playing Legends of Runeterra and I felt like it could be a really cool theme for Jinx, since she can even be seen on the artwork. So I made her take a little detour into being a zaunite musician, probably famous for putting on the most dangerous yet captivating pyrotechnics.
I learned a lot from this project and looking back there are lots of things I would have done differently, but designing skins is definitely an extremely fun and challenging endeavour. Loads of new knowledge and experiences to apply for when I perhaps decide to do another one!
Final In-Game Mockup.
I did some Outfit Explorations, trying to come up with elements I liked that fit the theme. Ended up combining some things.
Some colour passes on the design, referencing Zaun artwork from LoR .
Various ideas on her rocket launcher. The idea of the massive subwoofer really stuck with me and I liked the idea of flames coming out back when she uses her ult!
Explorations for her minigun, but the guitar communicated the musical punk theme the best by far.
Sticking with the punk theme all the way through.
Ability concepts. Since Bassbones doesn't allow actual projectiles coming out, I designed her Q rockets and ult as soundwaves, while trying to retain their readability as being from Jinx. Also added the flame effects on her weapons.