Glacial Shroud was a core League of Legends item that provided armor, mana, and cooldown reduction. It served as an essential component for tanky builds before its removal in patch V10.23.

Core Statistics:

• 250 Mana
• 20 Armor
• 10% Cooldown Reduction
• Base Cost: 900 gold (250 combine cost)

The item was highly gold efficient at 101.85% and commonly built on fighters and tanky mages, serving as a component for several legendary items including:

• Iceborn Gauntlet
• Righteous Glory
• Zeke's Convergence

Notable Changes:

• Initially released with 45 armor and 500 mana
• Underwent several balance adjustments over time
• Final stats before removal: 250 mana, 20 armor
• Replaced by Glacial Buckler in patch V10.23

Item Lore: According to legend, the Glacial Shroud originated from a mystical frozen loom located in Valoran's easternmost pole, crafted entirely from pure ice.

Historical Impact: The item maintained relevance throughout multiple seasons as a core defensive option, particularly valued for its unique combination of defensive stats and utility. Its removal marked a significant change in itemization options for tanks and fighters.

Notable Patches:

• V10.23: Removed from game
• V9.23: Cost reduced to 900 gold
• V7.9: Added to Righteous Glory and Zeke's recipes
• V5.13: Armor increased to 25
• V1.0.0.152: Added to Iceborn Gauntlet recipe

The item's legacy continues to influence modern League of Legends itemization design, particularly in items that combine defensive stats with utility.

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