Corrupting Potion was already barely bought by anyone and then Riot decided to give a huge buff to every starter item…except Corrupting Pot (and Tear).
Even in competitive play it has been a good while since anyone has bought it. And that is where the item was more popular due to the permanent sustain it gave
Why is it even in the game at this point? Riot probably forgot about it in the new season changes as well
D shield is better 90% of the time. Back then I used to take C pot into easy match up as a mid laner, allows me to take ignite, trade and don’t have to worry about going oom and can’t push out the wave for a decent reset. Now teleport is mandatory which I don’t mind, I don’t think maintaining 10 cs per min can be as easy if all it takes is one bad trade and you have to sack wave and run all the way back. It does get a bit boring, mid lane is a refuse to interact sleeping fest where everyone just contest for priority by pushing out the wave. But as a mage enjoyer that hate early game abusers with a passion, this is good. I think the pot stays as a relevant option without being the premium pick over traditional starting items is a good change, I mean, you can still buy it if you want, you can stay in lane much longer that way.