Champions of Champions: VALORANT Fan Art, Cosplay, and Esports Edit Contest
VALORANT Champions is not only about what happens on stage. It's also about the community that makes the game special.
To celebrate the creativity of the community during VALORANT Champions Paris, a new event is launching: Champions of Champions.
Artists, cosplayers, and editors are invited to submit their work for a chance to represent their region.
Categories for Submission
There are three categories:
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Fan Art
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Cosplay
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Esports Edits
Submissions are open from August 15 to August 22. A group of Riot judges will select the top 25 entries per region and per category to move forward to the voting rounds.
Fan Art: Capture a Clutch Moment
Create a piece of art that shows what a clutch moment feels like. Whether it’s defusing with 0.01 seconds left or landing a game-winning shot, the goal is to capture the intensity. The Champions trophy must be included in the artwork in some form.
Cosplay: Bring a VALORANT Character to Life
Submit a photo of a VALORANT cosplay. The cosplay can be handmade or purchased. Edits to the photo are allowed, but the costume and person must be clearly visible.
AI-generated images are not allowed. Any character or creative VALORANT-themed idea is welcome.
Esports Edit: Show Off Editing Skills
Submit a video edit that is 30 seconds or shorter using professional VCT gameplay from global or international events.
The edit can focus on highlights, dramatic kills, or any creative concept. Music must be chosen from one of Riot’s approved playlists, listed in the guidelines section.
Timeline and Process
Submission Week
August 15 to August 22
Entries will be submitted at https://ftw.riotgames.com/valorant. The submission page will be available closer to the date.
All submissions must also be posted on a supported social media platform. More details on supported platforms will be shared later.
Selection Round
After the submission period ends, Riot judges will choose the top 25 entries per category and region. Entries will be judged based on creativity, how well they match the theme, execution, and if they follow all the rules. Any entry that does not follow the guidelines will be disqualified.
Voting Rounds
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Round 1 (Group Stage): September 12 to 22
Players vote for their top 5 favorite entries in each region. -
Round 2 (Playoffs): September 25 to 29
The top 8 entries from each region move on. Players vote for their favorite entry. -
Round 3 (Finals): October 3 to 4
The top entry from each region is voted on once more.
Winners for each category will be announced during the VALORANT Champions Paris Grand Finals on October 5. Winning entries will also be featured at Riot headquarters.
General Rules for All Categories
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No NSFW content (this includes sexual, violent, or harmful material)
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All submissions must be original and not made with AI
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Riot Games will decide if an entry qualifies
Music Rules for Esports Edits
There are two music options:
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VALORANT Creator-Safe Playlist
Music from this list is safe to use. There will be no copyright issues, and video creators can keep any ad revenue. -
VALORANT UGC-Friendly Playlist
Music from this list is allowed, but ad revenue may go to the music rights holders. Copyright strikes should not happen, but creators should still follow the guidelines to avoid any problems.
Who Can Enter
Participants from most regions can join. However, entries from Crimea, Donetsk, Luhansk, Cuba, Iran, Myanmar, North Korea, Sudan, Syria, Venezuela, Quebec, and other restricted areas will not be accepted.
