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Desert Trooper Garen

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Desert Trooper Garen

Common Skin for Garen

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520 RP
Released: 2010-04-27

Everything You Need to Know About Desert Trooper Garen

The Basics

Looking to spice up your games with a killer new look for Garen? Let's dive into everything you need to know about Desert Trooper Garen, a unique skin for Garen. This skin is all about giving your favorite champion a fresh new look!

Quick Facts

Price: 520 RP

Released: 2010-04-27

Rarity: Common

Available: Legacy

Since its release on 2010-04-27, this Common tier skin has become a legacy skin. This means it's no longer available for purchase in the store, but you might be able to get it from chests, rerolling skins, or during specific periods in the year when Riot brings it back.

What Makes This Skin Special

Let's talk about what makes Desert Trooper Garen worth your RP. At 520 RP, you're getting a budget-friendly option that still gives Garen a fresh look, so you can stand out.

Here's what you get with Desert Trooper Garen: While this skin doesn't add new effects or animations, it offers a visual redesign that gives Garen a fresh look on the Rift.

Unlike some skins that come with a rainbow of chromas, Desert Trooper Garen keeps it focused with just the base design. So sadly, no chroma options here.

One thing to keep in mind: this skin is available through the loot system. So if you're the type to save your RP, you might get lucky with a hextech chest or event orb. But don't count on it - if you really want this skin, buying it directly is your best bet.

Who made Desert Trooper Garen?

Ever wonder who's responsible for making these skins? We'll break it down for you:

When you hear Desert Trooper Garen in game, you're listening to the work of voice actor Jamieson Price, who brings real personality to the lines.

Riot hasn't revealed who created the splash art for Desert Trooper Garen, but we can appreciate the effort that went into it regardless. This could mean the splash art of Desert Trooper Garen was created by Riot's internal team, or perhaps still a freelance artist that hasn't been revealed yet.

The Story Behind Desert Trooper Garen

We've dug through all of Riot's lore posts and cosmic archives, but sadly there's no official backstory for Desert Trooper Garen... yet! Don't let that stop you from enjoying this skin though! It first arrived on 2010-04-27 and costs 520 RP. You can always make up your own headcanon about how Garen came to have this look. That's half the fun of League's multiverse of skin lines!

Is Desert Trooper Garen Worth It?

So, should you pick up Desert Trooper Garen for your collection? Let's break it down:

Reasons to Buy:

  • Common tier quality visuals
  • Rare skin that not everyone has

Consider This:

  • Doesn't have new visual effects
  • Uses the base animation set
  • No chroma options for variety

At just 520 RP, Desert Trooper Garen offers good value for a visual refresh on Garen. It's a budget-friendly option if you main this champion or just want to change things up without breaking the bank.

Ultimately, skins are about personal preference and how much you enjoy playing Garen. If you're looking for a fresh experience with this champion and the theme of Desert Trooper Garen appeals to you, it could be the perfect addition to your collection! If you want to consider other options, check out our dedicated Garen page for more Garen skins and their details.

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I get Desert Trooper Garen if it's not in the store?

While Desert Trooper Garen is a legacy skin and not regularly available in the store, you can still obtain it through hextech crafting, event orbs, or during special sales when legacy vaults are temporarily opened. Keep an eye on the League client for events like Lunar Revel, Snowdown, or special champion spotlights when legacy skins often return.

Can I gift Desert Trooper Garen to a friend?

When Desert Trooper Garen becomes temporarily available during special events, you can gift it to friends who have been on your friends list for at least 24 hours. Since this is a legacy skin, gifting it is a special surprise that not everyone will have access to.

How does Desert Trooper Garen compare to other Garen skins?

Desert Trooper Garen offers a common tier experience at 520 RP, making it more affordable than other skins for Garen. For a detailed comparison with all other Garen skins, check out our Garen page that lists all skins.

When does Desert Trooper Garen go on sale?

Since Desert Trooper Garen is a legacy skin, it doesn't follow the regular sale schedule. Instead, watch for special events when legacy vaults open, usually at holidays or during champion updates. When available again, it might be at full price or occasionally discounted as part of a bundle.