Dawnbringer Vayne

After spamming around 70 games with Dawnbringer Vayne, I'm convinced this skin actually gives you a slight edge beyond just looking good. The auto attack animations feel noticeably smoother than base Vayne, especially when you're trying to CS under pressure or kiting in teamfights. Where PROJECT Vayne sometimes feels clunky with its mechanical sounds, Dawnbringer flows like butter.

The Q tumble animation is probably the cleanest of all her skins, and the golden trail makes it easier to track your positioning during chaotic fights. Her W silver bolts are super visible with those bright golden rings, which helps both you and your support track stacks better. But the real game changer is her ult. The transformation effect is insane, and while some might find it distracting, I think the golden wings actually help you keep track of your invisibility timing better than most other skins. Just last night I was getting dove under tower by a fed Kayn and Nautilus, and the clearer tumble animation let me dodge the hook by maybe two pixels while weaving in autos between tower shots.

Compared to other Vayne skins like Spirit Blossom or even Prestige Firecracker, Dawnbringer just feels more responsive overall. The 1350 RP price is worth it if you're planning to main her, though it's definitely not pay to win since the advantages are subtle. My experience with Dawnbringer Vayne has been overwhelmingly positive, and the skin aged really well since release. If you're on the fence about which Vayne skin to grab, this one's the safest bet for both looks and slight mechanical advantages.