reignbased

Reignbased is a term used primarily within the context of online gaming communities, particularly those centered around the *League of Legends* game. The term refers to a player's performance and ranking during a specific period of time when a particular champion (or "reign") was dominant or highly effective. This concept emerged as a way to analyze and discuss how players adapt their strategies and skill levels based on meta shifts, which are changes in the most effective strategies and champion choices in the game.

The idea of reignbased rankings gained traction due to the dynamic nature of *League of Legends*, where the meta evolves frequently due to patches, balance updates, and player trends. Players and analysts often compare a player's performance during a reign of a specific champion to their overall ranking or skill level. For example, a player might achieve a high rank while playing a champion that was particularly strong during a certain patch, but their performance might drop significantly once that champion's dominance wanes. This can lead to debates about whether a player's true skill level is being accurately reflected by their overall ranking or if they are benefiting from temporary meta advantages.

Reignbased discussions are often used to highlight the fluidity of competitive play and the importance of adapting to changing conditions. Critics argue that overemphasizing reignbased rankings can lead to unfair judgments, as it may not account for a player's overall consistency or skill. Supporters, however, contend that it provides valuable insight into how players navigate meta shifts and adjust their playstyles accordingly. The term has since been adopted more broadly in gaming culture to describe similar concepts in other titles where meta shifts significantly impact player performance.