Ingame Lore
In Noxus, any citizen may rise to power regardless of race, gender, or social standing -- strength is all that matters. It was with committed faith in this ideal that Riven strove to greatness. She showed early potential as a soldier, forcing herself to master the weight of a long sword when she was barely its height. She was ruthless and efficient as a warrior, but her true strength lay in her conviction. She entered battles without any trace of doubt in her mind: no ethical pause, no fear of death. Riven became a leader amongst her peers, poster child of the Noxian spirit. So exceptional was her passion that the High Command recognized her with a black stone rune sword forged and enchanted with Noxian sorcery. The weapon was heavier than a kite shield and nearly as broad -- perfectly suited to her tastes. Soon after, she was deployed to Ionia as part of the Noxian invasion.
What began as war quickly became extermination. Noxian soldiers followed the terrifying Zaunite war machines across fields of death. It wasn't the glorious combat for which Riven trained. She carried out the orders of her superiors, terminating the remnants of a beaten and fractured enemy with extreme prejudice. As the invasion continued, it became clear that the Ionian society would not be reformed, merely eliminated. During one bitter engagement, Riven's unit became surrounded by Ionian forces. They called for support as the enemy closed in around them. What they received instead was a barrage of biochemical terror launched by Singed. Riven watched as around her Ionian and Noxian alike fell victim to an unspeakably gruesome fate. She managed to escape the bombardment, though she could not erase the memory. Counted dead by Noxus, she saw an opportunity to start anew. She shattered her sword -- severing ties with the past -- and wandered in self-imposed exile. Now she seeks atonement and her own way to serve the pure Noxian vision in which she believed.
"There is a place between war and murder
in which our demons lurk."
―Excerpted from the poem, "Scarlet Shon-Xan"
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where can one go on Exile?
Well with her new identity Riven searched and wandered, ends of the world, even the league, while entertaining, didn't redeem her in the way she hoped, infact it only served to let her continue to be a weapon, and often to political disputes she knew nothing of, just told "It is time to battle". Even then bad events still occurred and fights without the league, so she continued her search, still returning when called, but still wanting redemption. Also the bunny suit gifted to her for Easter didn't help...
She eventually found a small quiet village, and decided to try a simple life for now, settle down. She took work at a small casino-tavern, made to wear her bunny suit to serve people, much to her displeasure. While not her ideal job it allowed her to pay rent in a small cottage and try and find a new chance, perhaps her redemption didn't need to be in blood, but to settle and have a family. So she often works there, when not having to go to The League, as it's not something one can simply turn down, and is often found at "The March hare" serving drinks, food and cleaning tables.
She does occasionally have to deal with the occasional drunk rowdy customer, or bandit raid, using her broken blade...
But it's a start
She very dearly hopes her new home will never have to fall under cruel Noxian bombardment, for now hiding in the Dominican land. Maybe one day she can still come back and correct it, and get Noxia back on the right path...
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She spent a lot of time with an alternate version of herself,
TheExile, and also even time with Exiles younger self,
Little_Riven, She convinced Ri that she shouldn't give up fighting, and to put on her Redeemed armour and continue the league.
... Well... some of the Armour...
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LoL themed alt of
Ardith_Prime