Eternals in League of Legends offer players a way to track and celebrate in-game achievements specific to their favorite champions. Contrary to initial assumptions that these features require real-money purchases via Riot Points (RP), Riot Games provides multiple avenues to acquire them at no cost. This guide explores these free methods in depth, drawing from official developer insights and support documentation to help players maximize their progression without spending a dime.
Understanding the Eternals System
Eternals are customizable stat trackers that highlight personal milestones during matches, such as highest kills or objectives captured. They appear on loading screens, death recaps, and player cards, adding a layer of personalization to the game experience. Riot divides Eternals into two categories: Common sets, which apply general stats across champions, and Unique sets tailored to individual champion playstyles.
Common Eternals focus on universal metrics like takedowns, kills, and structure damage. Each set includes three such trackers per champion. Unique Eternals, on the other hand, feature champion-specific feats, also totaling three per set. Players can feature select Eternals in games, with options to mix from different series for optimal display. Importantly, all Eternals continue tracking stats in the background, even if not actively featured.
- Key Benefits: Visible milestones boost motivation and allow personalization.
- Tracking Continuity: Stats accumulate regardless of feature status.
- Customization: Mute options for in-game visibility (All On, Self+Team, Off).
Free Acquisition Methods Without RP
Riot emphasizes accessibility, ensuring Eternals aren’t locked behind paywalls. Free unlocks come primarily through event-based rewards, essence currencies, and promotional passes. Here’s how players can obtain them step by step.
Earning Eternals Capsules
Eternals Capsules function like loot capsules, dropped as free rewards during special events. Players earn them by completing missions or participating in ranked games when events are active. These capsules contain two random RP-only Eternal Set Shards for champions, plus Orange Essence.
Orange Essence, a currency from disenchanting skin shards, unlocks these shards directly on desired champions. No RP needed—simply hoard Orange Essence from regular gameplay loot and wait for capsule events. This method democratizes access, rewarding consistent play over purchases.
| Method | Rewards | Requirements |
|---|---|---|
| Capsule Missions | 2 Eternal Shards + Orange Essence | Event participation |
| Ranked Play Events | Capsule drops | Play ranked during events |
Blue Essence in the Essence Emporium
The Essence Emporium, a twice-yearly event, converts Blue Essence—a grindable currency from leveling—into Common Eternals. Priced at 3500 Blue Essence per set year-round or during sales, this option suits veterans with large essence stockpiles. Videos demonstrate navigating the store: open client store, select Champions > Eternals tab, sort by Blue Essence, and purchase.
Blue Essence accumulates passively through first wins, honors, and level-ups, making it free for dedicated players. Starter passes occasionally appear, unlocking sets across owned champions instantly.
Series Passes and Bulk Unlocks
For comprehensive coverage, Series Passes grant all Eternals in a series for every champion, including future releases. While typically RP-based, free shards from capsules contribute toward equivalents. Official FAQs confirm no champion ownership required upfront—buy or unlock, then acquire the champ later.
Navigating the Purchase and Progression Interface
Access Eternals via the in-client Store’s Eternals tab or champion detail pages under Progression. Here, locked and unlocked sets display with milestone progress and personal bests. To unlock Personal Bests, hit five milestones on an Eternal to “Rekindle” it, enabling all-time high tracking. Beating a Personal Best triggers a visible milestone for all players.
Legacy Eternals, outdated due to champion reworks, remain featureable with frozen stats and get free replacements. Refunds follow standard store policy, resetting stats to zero.
- Launch League client.
- Navigate to Store > Eternals or Collection > Champion > Progression.
- Select sets using available essence or shards.
- Track via champion pages.
Strategic Tips for Maximizing Free Eternals
Focus on events for capsules, grind Blue Essence via daily wins, and disenchant unwanted skins for Orange Essence. Prioritize mains for Unique sets, using capsules for variety. Mute settings prevent spam: All On shows everything, Self+Team limits to allies, Off hides non-essential.
Veterans benefit from Series Passes via essence, while newcomers start from level 1 with full tracking. No modes like custom games track Eternals, so stick to normals, ranked, and events.
Common Myths and Official Clarifications
Myths persist that Eternals demand RP exclusively, but Riot’s dev blogs debunk this. Capsules and essence provide parity. Refunds don’t penalize beyond stat resets, and future sets expand mix-and-match options.
- Myth: Must own champion first. Fact: Unlock anytime.
- Myth: RP only. Fact: Free capsules and BE options.
Future of Eternals and Player Feedback
Riot continues iterating, promising more sets and customization. Community videos highlight starter passes as gateways for new players. With no level lock, everyone accesses from day one.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are Eternals in LoL?
Stat trackers for champion milestones, visible in games.
Can I get Eternals for free?
Yes, via capsules, Blue Essence, and Orange Essence.
How do capsules work?
Earned in events, contain shards unlockable with Orange Essence.
Do Eternals track in all modes?
No, primarily normals and ranked.
Can I refund Eternals?
Yes, per store policy, stats reset.
Eternals enhance League without barriers, rewarding playtime over wallets. Grind events, essence, and missions to build impressive trackers across your roster.
References
- FAQ: Eternals – League of Legends — Riot Games. 2020-10-15. https://www.leagueoflegends.com/en-us/news/dev/faq-eternals/
- Eternals FAQ – League of Legends Support — Riot Games Support. 2020-11-01. https://support-leagueoflegends.riotgames.com/hc/en-us/articles/360042792214-Eternals-FAQ-League-of-Legends
- How to Buy Eternals in League of Legends? #lolguide — YouTube (ProGuides). 2020-12-10.

