How does one become the Hand of Noxus? Nearly two decades before that fateful day he displayed his loyalty to his chosen candidate by beheading Keiran Darkwill- Darius was one of many soldiers trying to survive in a place that held no regard for the weak and the unworthy. [Old Lore/Alternate Universe; Pre-Institute Era; Eventual DariusxRiven; Ft. Swain & Draven; Rated M]

Following the death of his beloved wife, Malcolm Graves returns to his wandering ways, directionless and alone. After he learns of the League of Legends, he decides to give life one last chance. Soraka, a dedicated healer, senses that a surprisingly tender heart lies beneath Graves' rough, sandblasted exterior. He only needs the right person to bring it out.