Joffrey Baratheon, brilliantly portrayed by Jack Gleeson in HBO's Game of Thrones, carved out a notorious legacy as one of television's most despised villains. From his cruel execution of Ned Stark to his relentless torment of Sansa and Tyrion, Joffrey's every sneer and tantrum was a masterclass in making audiences seethe. His eventual demise at the Purple Wedding remains one of the series' most cathartic moments.

Now, for those who perhaps missed his particular brand of chaos, Joffrey is officially resurrected within Game of Thrones: Legends. This latest update introduces the 'Protector of the Realm' variant, a Legendary Champion poised to join player rosters. His signature skill, aptly named 'Severity Is The Price Of Greatness,' ensures that 'no assault against House Lannister goes unpunished.'

Mechanically, Joffrey's new ability marks any enemy striking him or a Lannister ally with 'Joffrey’s Scorn.' He then unleashes boosted Physical Damage and inflicts Wounded status when landing Critical Strikes on these marked targets. Furthermore, receiving a Skill Heal from an ally will temporarily increase Joffrey's Critical Strike Chance until his next Skill Crit is delivered, promising a formidable, albeit infuriating, addition to any lineup.

Joffrey choking on poison in Game of Thrones

Joffrey's arrival isn't the only notable event this September for Game of Thrones: Legends. The month is packed with new content, including two other iconic character Champions getting fresh variants: Melisandre as 'The Red Woman' and Egg from A Knight of the Seven Kingdoms as 'The Bald Boy Squire.' Players can also anticipate two new Summons, with 'The Hand of the King' bringing back Ned Stark and 'The Lady Of Bear Island' featuring Lyanna Mormont. An exciting Legend Trial, 'A Blood Debt,' starring Oberyn Martell, is also slated to begin on September 12.

For those yet to dive into the world of Westeros on their mobile devices, Game of Thrones: Legends is a free-to-play match-3 style RPG available on iOS and Android. Boasting thousands of downloads and a solid 4.5/5-star rating, the game consistently offers monthly content tie-ins from across the expansive Game of Thrones universe, making this a particularly stacked month for its dedicated player base.