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Getting this skin from a hextech chest completely changed my perspective on what makes a good Blitzcrank skin. After around 55 games with Piltover Customs, I'm genuinely surprised how much the chrome aesthetic grew on me, especially compared to other Blitzcrank skins that feel way more clunky in practice.
The Q animation feels noticeably cleaner than base Blitzcrank or even Riot Blitzcrank, which I mained before. There's something about the chrome arm extending that makes the hitbox feel more honest, and I've been landing hooks I'd probably miss on other skins. Your W speed boost has this satisfying engine rev sound that actually helps me time roams better. But the real difference is the E knockup, where the chrome fist has this crisp impact that makes it easier to weave in autos afterward. During a baron fight yesterday, I managed to hook their fed ADC through three bodies because the arm visibility was so clear against the river terrain, something I struggle with on darker skins like Definitely Not Blitzcrank.
This isn't pay to win, but it's definitely pay to feel smooth. The animations flow together better than most of his skins, and the metallic sounds give better audio feedback for combos. My only gripe is the ult looks kinda underwhelming compared to something like Space Groove's disco explosion. Still worth the 1350 RP if you're a Blitzcrank main who values clarity over flashy effects. And compared to other Piltover Customs skins in the line, this one actually captures that sleek automotive vibe perfectly. If you're deciding between this and another epic tier skin, I'd say grab this one, especially if you play him in ranked where every little advantage matters.