luxspotting

Luxspotting is a term used in the gaming community, particularly within the League of Legends (LoL) scene, to describe the act of intentionally revealing the location of a Lux, a champion in the game, to one's teammates. Lux is a support champion known for her ability to reveal the location of enemy champions through her passive ability, "Illumination." This ability creates a light orb that reveals the location of nearby enemies, including Lux herself.

The practice of luxspotting involves deliberately moving Lux to a specific location and activating her passive ability to reveal the position of enemy champions to the team. This information can be crucial for coordinating team fights, positioning, and overall strategy. However, luxspotting is often criticized within the community for being a form of "cheesing" or exploiting the game mechanics, as it can provide an unfair advantage and disrupt the natural flow of the game.

The term "luxspotting" has also been extended to other games and contexts, where it refers to any action that intentionally reveals information to one's team or allies, often to gain a strategic advantage. Despite its controversial nature, luxspotting remains a popular and widely discussed topic within the gaming community, reflecting the complex dynamics of team play and strategy in competitive gaming.