Honest Question: Why Would Anyone Pick “King Me”?
If you’ve spent any time playing League of Legends’ HEXTECH crafting system or have experimented with its PRISMATIC augments, you might have asked yourself this exact question: _Why would anyone pick “King Me”?_ Especially given that it’s a prismatic augment—a slot that many expect to pack a serious punch. I’ve seen this choice baffling players, including myself, so let’s dive into why this augment raises eyebrows and what makes it so controversial.
What is “King Me” and Why Does It Matter?
To set the stage, “King Me” is a prismatic augment in the game. Prismatic augments are rare, powerful boosts that can decide the flow of matches. Usually, you get to pick from strong enhancements that really push your build forward. However, “King Me” forces you into a bit of an odd position. You have to complete a quest—or exchange it for another random prismatic augment—but paradoxically, these rewards often feel underwhelming compared to other options.
A Reddit user, scarabosst, pointed out how frustrating this feels: you literally trade one prismatic augment for a random one that might be worse. This is unlike the “Transmute: Prismatic” augment, where you have at least a choice between gold or a prismatic boost.
Why Does This Bug Players So Much?
It’s the opportunity cost. Prismatic augment slots are limited. When “King Me” shows up, many players feel it’s a waste because you give up a guaranteed, strong upgrade for a quest that might not even pay off. It’s like being handed a mystery box—you hope for gold-bars but might get a rock. It’s especially jarring when this augment occupies a key prismatic selection slot.
From my experience—and from reading forums—the annoyance isn’t just that it’s weak. It’s that it feels unfair for such a valuable slot to be taken by something so underwhelming.
Could “King Me” Be More Valuable?
Interestingly, scarabosst suggested an idea that sounds pretty clever: What if, when you complete the “King Me” quest, it turns into a joker set augment that adds +1 set stack for any set you have? This would make it flexible and worthwhile regardless of your build.
I like this suggestion because it keeps the quest feeling like a challenge but rewards you with universal value. It’s the kind of tweak that could really improve player satisfaction and strategic diversity.
A Small But Real Example from My Playtime
Just the other day, I was playing a match where “King Me” popped up in my prismatic augment options. I hesitated and ended up taking it, just out of curiosity. By the time I completed the quest, I realized it didn’t significantly boost my stats. I felt like I had sacrificed an important upgrade slot for a minor buff. That experience stuck with me and made me understand why this question came up on Reddit—the feeling of wasted potential.
Why Does Riot Keep “King Me” Around?
Good question! Sometimes game design tries to introduce variety or risk/reward mechanics through quests or unique augments. “King Me” might be designed to encourage players to go for a quest challenge in exchange for something different. But if it’s consistently viewed as weaker and a waste of a prismatic slot, it risks frustrating players rather than adding depth.
It’s possible Riot tweaks this augment periodically; game balance and player feedback often drive changes. If you want to learn about Riot’s design philosophy, you can check out their official dev blogs here: Riot Games Developer Insight.
Honest Question: What Does This Mean for Players?
If you’re wondering whether to pick “King Me,” here’s my takeaway:
- It’s often not the best choice if you want immediate, strong power boosts.
- If you enjoy quests and challenges with variable rewards, it might be worth experimenting.
- Keep an eye on patch notes—sometimes these augments change and what’s weak now may get buffed later.
Wrapping Up
“King Me” is an odd duck in the prismatic augment lineup. It challenges players with a quest but often feels like a disappointment given the slot it occupies. Your honest question about why anyone would pick it hits the nail on the head—many players feel this way.
Personally, I hope future updates bring more meaningful rewards that match the risk. Until then, it’s worth considering carefully before committing to “King Me” in your builds.
If you want to read more about strategic augment choices in League of Legends, check out [Link to related post].
Image: An abstract illustration showing a prismatic augment glowing faintly with question marks hovering around it, symbolizing the honest question of choosing “King Me”.
