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Kennen is the longest-serving member of the Kinkou Order and the first Heart of the Tempest. As a yordle from Bandle City, he left his homeland millennia ago, drawn to the balance and harmony of Ionia's First Lands. He uses his mastery of electrical magic and diplomatic skills to maintain sacred balance alongside the Eye of Twilight, Shen.
Originally feeling disconnected from Bandle City's chaos, Kennen found purpose in Ionia, where he helped fight spiritual threats and eventually joined the nascent Kinkou Order. As Heart of the Tempest, he serves as mediator between the Eye of Twilight and Fist of Shadow roles.
Kennen played a crucial role during the Noxian invasion of Ionia and subsequent internal conflicts. He guided Shen's leadership transition and supported Akali's development, though he couldn't prevent her eventual departure from the order.
His abilities include:
- Mastery of electric magic, from small sparks to massive lightning storms
- Enhanced speed and agility typical of yordles
- Expert ninja techniques and diplomatic skills
- Immortality and spiritual powers as a yordle
Physical Appearance:
- Cream-furred yordle with light brown hair and blue eyes
- Wears purple ninja attire with gold accents
Personality:
- Balances ancient wisdom with youthful energy
- Diplomatic mediator and historical record-keeper
- Deeply committed to maintaining balance between realms
- Shows both serious dedication and playful enthusiasm
Notable Relationships:
- Works closely with Shen as Kinkou Order leaders
- Former mentor to Akali, teaching her combat techniques
- Maintains open mind toward Zed's potential redemption
- Friends with fellow yordle Teemo
Despite challenges to the Kinkou Order, Kennen remains dedicated to preserving harmony between the mortal and spirit realms while serving as a bridge between different factions and perspectives.
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