#lol Heimerdinger

[gregrulzok]

I know logistically that Heimerdinger, with his refusal to actually focus on progress and evolution, is technically one of the more "conservative" parties in Arcane, but I can't perceive that man as anything other than aggressively sex positive and open about sexuality

Heimerdinger Voice "All these complications with Hextech are keeping you and Viktor apart my boy! You two just need to, how do the kids say it? Ah, yes, bone!"

[lordofmelancholy]

Arcane Silent Frontiers: The Apprentice

In Silent Frontiers, long before the actual events that transpired currently in the story, Heimerdinger had first been introduced to Zaun after having visited the town in an effort during one of his many tours around the world to endorse his new academy and search for potential future recruits looking to enroll in his school. 

It was during this time on one of his many trips that he came across young Ekko (known back then as Wyeth jr) and Powder (actual name unknown). 

Having been a major fan of his book’s since he was old enough to read them, young Ekko had long since idolized Heimerdinger and automatically became thrilled at finally being able to have the chance to meet his “Hero”. 

Throughout his time in Zaun, it wasn’t long until Heimerdinger also saw the potential in both the kids, even taking his time out to tutor both Powder and Wyeth, the end resulting in him and young Wyeth striking up a peculiar yet adorable mentor/teacher friendship relationship, with the Professor even coining his “young fan” the nickname Little Genius- (an ironic title since Ekko would soon grow to be taller than him in due time). 

However, the friendship didn’t last so long. Soon after Heimerdinger returned to Piltover, and both Ekko and him did not see each other until many years later when Ekko was finally old enough to attend the academy with Jinx shortly after graduating High School. 

Upon entry to the Academy, Ekko and Heimerdinger reunited, with the boy’s ex-mentor having recognized Ekko’s voice even years after last seeing him. From this point on, it is revealed that despite the promise to return, that Heimerdinger had long stopped visiting Zaun like he used to years prior. As a result many people in Zaun now refer to Heimerdinger as The man of false promises; with even Ekko sharing some animosity toward the professor due to having grown the mentality that he “abandoned them” as well.

Despite this however, it is shown throughout his time at the academy, that in-spite of what had happened and what he might think or believe, that Ekko still holds massive amount of respect toward the old man, with instances of him even taking an automatic dislike for anyone (including teachers) who end up making a mockery of Cecil. 

As such, it isn't long before the pair once again partake in their old mentor-student routine with Heimerdinger taking the young man under his wing and aiding Ekko with his inventions, along with guiding him with all the other help that he needs.

As a result of this, their friendship ends up growing again, to the point that Heimerdinger, proud of his pupils achievements begins talking to Ekko, about the potential of the young man taking part in one of the new books that Heimer is in the process of writing.

This of course thrills Ekko and he automatically agrees, with the professor taking him in as an apprentice. 

However the pride and joy are short lived when Ekko and Jinx unfortunately must leave the academy and return to Zaun following an incident involving Jinx that occurs nearly a year into their studying. As a result, the pair lose contact once again.

And then came the Events of Silent Frontiers. . .

When Ekko and Heimerdinger finally meet up once again, when Heimer as well as Jayce Talis, both escape Piltover together, Ekko can sense that Heimer seems a lot different now. Heimer avoids him upon finding Ekko, and after finally cornering his old mentor who he finds has been hiding out in an aquarium that years prior Heimer had funded for the town, Ekko finds the old man to be incredibly fatalistic and apparently suffering from a personal crisis, upon seeing what had become of the town and region that he had come to love.

It is there in the aquarium, that Ekko and Heimer finally converse with each other, and Heimer openly begins to admit to Ekko that his efforts to reduce the world's suffering like he had always wanted had only left it worse than it was before- becoming increasingly distraught the more he talks. Finally, Heimerding admits to Ekko his mistaken compliance over the years, as well as inadvertently funding many of the projects that now seem to be the cause to much of Zaun’s suffering. Especially one project in particular which while Heimerdinger refuses to delve deep into for the time being, states it as is the reason why he had turned on Piltover and made his way down to the Exclusion Zone, as he fears the results could be catastrophic.

Heimerdinger continues, stating to Ekko that he had hoped that much of the work he had contributed too, would have been used to instead aid Zaun as he had once hoped to do himself but was left unable too. However that turns out not to be the case and as a result, the old man laments his failures towards both Ekko and the town, stating that he had let everyone down and that he had indeed given up too soon, like many had accused him of doing long before. 

Despite this however, Ekko still seems to rally for his mentor; simply replying that while he had every right to hate him, him being here now even if it took him a while, was proof enough too Ekko that Heimerdinger still cared enough to try and fix things, no matter how it turned out; even pointing out how the old man had been willing to turn against Piltover and it’s wrong doings, especially in committing to the albeit stupid act of coming down there to the Zone. 

While seemingly still not convinced, after much coaxing, Ekko finally convinces Heimer to work with him, stating that it’s not too late to change things, which Heimer seems to agree too (and takes to heart) and the old man states that he will do his best to help however which way that he can, which he does, the pair once again becoming partners and working together, to help Zaun prepare for whatever is to happen.

At some point during the Zaun saga however, Heimer runs into an old colleague, Corvin Reveck, now known as Singed. Remembering his pupils words, Heimerdinger attempts to placate the now apparently mad-scientist, not knowing that this is the man that people now called Singed, someone who even Ekko often talks about with great disdain.

Unfamiliar and unaware of his colleagues new identity, knowing him still only as Reveck and assuming by now that he has long stopped working for NOXUS, Heimerdinger continues to try to get coax to his old friend, promising that he will attempt to rectify the grievances he had once committed toward Reveck, and that they can change things now together if only Reveck comes with him

Unbeknownst to Heimer however, Singed still holds a grudge against the scientist for past grievances, including one involving the professors reluctance to help him too perfect his Shimmer project, which he had created in order to help his ailing daughter; something that Heimer was well within his right to do, especially given the consistently unstable product and unethical experiments that Reveck had often once committed in order to further his research.

In a fit of madness, Singed violently turns on the professor, pulling a gun and shooting him three times in the back while Heimer, believing himself to have finally gotten through to him, turns to lead him out the door.

Ekko soon arrives soon after and finds the now mortally wounded professor, left to die alone. Despite his injuries however, Heimer continues to aid the young man even as he slowly starts to succumb to his wounds. 

During this time, Heimerdinger also finally answers a question that Ekko had once asked him years prior when Ekko was just a child. One that Heimer seemingly had never answered; a shocking thing to the young man, as Heimer had always seemed to have an answer for everything and would never turn down a question or brain teaser

But the one question he could never answer after all these years? 

“Why did Heimer choose him”

Only now it seemed that the old man finally found an answer.

He actually really doesn’t know.

And that truly makes him happy.

When Ekko questions it, Heimerdinger states that every professor's dream is to find that one student who finally stumps them. That one, out of all others that they have taught in their years, who stands out the most above all solely because they are the only ones who truly managed to throw their professor's for a loop. Heimer then states, that even now years later, that he had struggled for the right and true answer as to why he had hand-picked Ekko above all the blue-bloods who attended his academy to be his apprentice.

Perhaps it was because the kid made him feel alive. Made him feel some sort of way when it came to science that he hadn’t felt in a while. Had felt like Ekko had finally gave purpose to a life that Heimer was just trudging along through these last few years.

Heimer also admits that for years since Ekko had first asked him, that he can’t find an answer worth giving. That no matter how hard he thinks, he couldn’t think of one that was solid enough to answer Ekko's question truthfully, one that felt right. So instead he says, that while he may never know the real reason as to why he had chosen Ekko as his apprentice all those years ago, that Ekko had nothing to worry about:

Because for the first time in his life, Heimer was Ok with not knowing. For what he did know, is that no matter what, that he had never made a mistake 

and it’s a statement that shocks Ekko, for he always knew of the professors inherit need to know the answers for every question that could be asked. That he never took something unanswered for face-value. But while he doesn’t get the clear answer he had long hoped for, Ekko for some reason, perhaps based on that alone and now filled with the knowledge that he had stumped the unstoppable. . . suddenly feels pride like he hadn't felt in a long while. 

Sometime later, Ekko finally sits the old man down once again so the pair can rest as he tries to come up with a plan. However as he’s looking around and thinking, a thought occurs to him and Ekko suddenly starts to try and spark up a conversation with the old man to lighten the mood. . .

“So Professor, what do you think? Think you can still squeeze me into that new book of yours, hahah. God knows when we get out of here, you’ll have enough to write about at least huh”

. . .

Professor?

. . .

“Heimerdinger. . .?”

. . .

. . .

Oh

[league-of-skins]

Professor Heimerdinger

[3dlove]

> BOOTING UP 3DLOVE . . .

✦ ; heimerdinger stimboard

> valentine's day gift for @sprinklina ! enjoy ur silly 🫶

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reblogs appreciated.

[natrishy]

What if they had a mausoleum in Piltover, but ended up being forgotten by all but their professor

I believe Heimerdinger is not dead, just lost in an other dimension or back in Bundle I wonder how he would feel in this situation

[i-is-v-tired]

Act 1

Act 2

Act 3

[silkinsketch]

A miserable lesbian and a pathetic bissexual walk into a bar-

[stopiwanttotalkaboutcheese]

actually the best part of the new season is that the jayce/heimerdinger/ekko plotline is My Plant Is Dying And I Don't Want It To :( meanwhile jinx is on the run from the cops, mel is getting kidnapped by witches, viktor is becoming jesus, and caitlyn and vi are speedrunning fascism

[ithinkimnormal]

Sorry but It's actually so annoying how much people downplay the crucial role piltover's corrupt council games played in derailing jayce/viktor's work and pretty much putting shackles around their lives. The council is directly responsible for and directly FUNDING so much of the misery that happens in this show, before the story has even started. Before Powder ever finds the gemstone. They single-handedly doom half of the region to death.

Just during the show: Jayce wanted to create magic to aid and uplift the common people, the council wanted trade route instant teleportators to make themselves richer.

Jayce & Viktor wanted to work on technology to help miners and steelworkers and artisans who are trying to survive in the industrial hellscape of piltover and zaun; the council wants it shelved for another 20 years. (yes, heimer is part of the corrupt council - no matter how much his image is laundered by the fandom.)

They are inept and self-serving leaders, elected by themselves and their blood inheritances, utterly obsessed with ultimate profit. You can really see how parasitic their relationship is to the people at the beggining of act 1. Jayce is a token nameless life, so disposable to them that they were going to burn down all of his research and throw out all of his titles, making him not just a lower-house vassal but an EXILE, and the only reason why that doesn't happen is because they realize how much money they can suck out of his work.

This applies to Viktor too. See the way that Heimerdinger tells him over and over again that no other paths can be taken, he has 'fulfilled his purpose' and he should be content to die. See how Mel looks at Viktor like a bug she wants to squash under her palm when he rejects the idea of making weapons for council. See how they speak over him and only address Jayce, as if he's worth less than nothing.

You are only as valuable as the profit you're willing to create. You are a problem that has to be dealt with as soon as you refuse their orders. They have the power to ruin your life, and if they find an excuse, they will. This is a direct threat pointed at Jayce & Viktor during ACT2, when Jayce is pressured into becoming one of them to protect 'the bottom line profit' and, personally speaking, to avoid that ire being redirected towards Viktor. He's pushed into compliance and told a target has been painted on his back.

Arcane jayvik are doomed in big part not for wanting to do harm, but being forced to exist under the beck and call of billionaire leeches. They are both immigrants. They are both struggling to get a degree and keep themselves afloat and they want to help people so goddamn much but they have to keep postponing their dreams to serve uncaring masters. I really wish there was more fan content focused on these very real bonds of understanding and solidarity between them.

When Viktor says 'Jayce will understand' that's not a fluke; he's lived in this environment for years. He knows Jayce is being pushed down the same way that he is and that deep down they've been kept captive by the exact same people. When Jayce agrees that Viktor should do whatever he needs to do to keep himself alive, he means that from the heart.

[arcanescreencaps]

All 76 Arcane Displate Posters Upscaled to 4x (most are in 2940x4096). Again, the upscaler isn't perfect, so don't expect too much. You can them find all of them in discord, or you can download them here. Enjoy!

[korraofthereef]

PLEASE IM CRYING

[lordofmelancholy]

Arcane Silent Frontiers: Heimerdinger and Ekko's Past: Short Overview

Hey did you know that similarly to the show, Ekko and Heimerdinger are friends in Silent Frontiers! The ever eccentric Professor Cecil B. Heimerdinger is not that much different compared to his show counterpart. A renowned and highly respected figure in the Piltover community, Heimerdinger stands in as a scientist and professor as well as dean, who has helped mold the minds of young scholars at the Piltover Academy. Much like in the show, he is Piltover and perhaps the world's most innovative and esteemed scientist, famous for his discoveries and inventions. However, compared to the show, Heimerdinger’s connection with Zaun runs just a little bit more deeper.

Prior to his official introduction into Silent Frontiers, Cecil was a man known for putting his mind at the service of people who claimed to want to bring a better world for all. While not much is known about his life previously, it appears that his generosity towards others had led him to become an esteemed philanthropist as well as a famous celebrity who authored many books detailing his scientific discoveries and is even hinted at having won a Nobel Peace Prize sometime beforehand.

In Silent Frontiers, Heimerdinger was first introduced to Zaun after having visited the town in an effort during one of his many tours around the world to endorse his new academy and search for potential future recruits looking to enroll in his school. It was during this time on one of his trips that he came across young Ekko (known back then as Wyeth jr) and Powder (actual name unknown).

Having been a major fan of his book’s since he was old enough to read, young Ekko had long since idolized Heimerdinger and automatically became thrilled at finally being able to have the chance to meet his “Hero”. Throughout his time in Zaun, it wasn’t long until Heimerdinger also saw the potential in both the kids.

During his short time in Zaun, Heimerdinger took time out to tutor both Powder and Wyeth, the end resulting in him and young Wyeth striking up a peculiar yet adorable mentor/teacher friendship relationship, with the Professor even coining his “young fan” the nickname Little Genius- (an ironic title since Ekko would soon grow to be taller than him in due time). During this time, Heimerdinger also catches a glimpse at life in Zaun and feeling sympathetic over the blighted town, Heimerdinger did his best to help; promising he would do all in his power to attempt to aid Zaun in it’s woes. However, still being under Piltover jurisdiction, many of the things Heimerdinger promises end up falling through the cracks except for a small Aquarium that still stand's in Zaun during the events of Silent Frontiers.  Seemingly feeling disheartened over his inability to help, Heimerdinger returns to Piltover, and both Ekko and him do not see each other until many years later when Ekko is finally old enough to go to the academy with Jinx shortly after graduating High School.

Upon entry to the Academy, Ekko and Heimerdinger reunite, with the boy’s ex-mentor having recognized Ekko’s voice even years after last seeing him. From this point on, it is revealed that despite the promise to return, that Heimerdinger had long stopped visiting Zaun like he used to years prior. As a result many people in Zaun now refer to Heimerdinger as The man of false promises; with even Ekko sharing some animosity toward the professor due to having grown the mentality that he “abandoned them” as well.

Despite this however, it is shown that Ekko still respects the old man, with instances of Ekko taking an automatic dislike for anyone (including teachers) who end up making a mockery of Cecil one way or another. It also isn't long before the pair once again partake in their old mentor-student routine with Heimerdinger taking the young man under his wing and aiding Ekko with his inventions, along with guiding him with all the help that he needs. Soon Ekko and Jinx become star students in the Academy with a bright future ahead of them, much to Heimerdinger’s esteemed pride and joy.

However the pride and joy is short lived when Ekko and Jinx unfortunately must leave the academy and return to Zaun following an incident involving Jinx that occurs nearly a year into their studying. As a result, the pair lose contact once again.

And then come the Events of Silent Frontiers. . .

[nyxemisa]

mel medarda

[fast-andthe-curious]

“It was our affection that kept us together”

[league-of-skins]

Heimerdinger, the Revered Inventor

League of Legends

Original Heimerdinger

Blast Zone Heimerdinger

Alien Invader Heimerdinger

Piltover Customs Heimerdinger

Snowmerdinger

Hazmat Heimerdinger

Dragon Trainer Heimerdinger

Pool Party Heimerdinger

Heimerstinger

Wild Rift

None Yet

Legends of Runeterra

Original Heimerdinger

Pool Party Heimerdinger

[art-of-arcane]

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