You cannot buy accounts with blue essence, and buying pre-made accounts violates League of Legends terms of service
Blue essence is an in-game currency you earn by playing League of Legends. You use it to unlock champions and cosmetics within your own account. You cannot spend blue essence to purchase other player accounts, and Riot Games (the company that makes League of Legends) does not sell accounts for blue essence or real money.
If you see a website or player offering to sell you a League account in exchange for blue essence, real money, or anything else, that transaction violates Riot's terms of service. Accounts bought from third parties are frequently stolen, banned, or recovered by their original owners. You would lose access to the account and any money you spent.
The only way to own a League account is to create one yourself through the official Riot Games website and build it by playing the game.
Key Takeaways
- Blue essence cannot be traded, sold, or used to purchase accounts from other players or third-party sites.
- Buying a League account from anyone other than Riot Games violates the game's terms of service and risks account suspension or permanent ban.
- Third-party account sales often involve stolen accounts that get recovered by original owners or flagged by Riot's security systems.
- The legitimate way to progress in League is to create your own account and earn blue essence through gameplay.
Why you cannot trade or sell blue essence
Blue essence is bound to your account and cannot be transferred to another player or account. Riot designed it this way to prevent fraud and to keep the in-game economy stable. Unlike some other games, League of Legends does not have a player-to-player trading system for currency or accounts.
If you want to help a friend progress faster, you cannot send them blue essence or buy them an account. The only thing you can do is gift them cosmetic skins through the in-game shop, and only if they meet certain account requirements (usually a minimum level and no recent bans).
What happens if you buy an account from a third party
Accounts sold on third-party websites are almost always stolen from other players or created through fraud. When you buy such an account, several things can happen: the original owner may recover it by contacting Riot support, Riot's security team may detect the unauthorized sale and ban the account, or the seller may change the password and lock you out after taking your money.
Even if the account works initially, Riot can ban it at any time if they detect it was bought or sold. A ban is permanent and affects that account forever. You lose access to all champions, skins, and progress on that account.
Riot also monitors for account-buying behavior. If you log into a purchased account from a new device or location, automated systems flag it as suspicious activity. This can trigger a security lockout or investigation that leads to a ban.
The difference between blue essence and riot points
Blue essence is earned free by playing the game. You get it from champion shards, disenchanting skins, and completing missions. You spend it on champions and cosmetics.
Riot Points (RP) is the premium currency you buy with real money. It costs money because Riot uses it to fund the game's development. You cannot earn RP through gameplay, and you cannot convert blue essence into RP.
Neither currency can be used to buy accounts, and neither can be traded between players.
How to progress faster without buying an account
If you want to unlock champions and cosmetics quickly, you have legitimate options. Playing regularly earns blue essence through champion shards and mission rewards. Completing the battle pass each season gives you cosmetics and currency without spending money. Watching for sales on champions and skins reduces the blue essence or RP you need to spend.
If you want to start fresh on a new account, you can create one for free through Riot's website. New accounts get a small amount of blue essence to start, and you earn more as you level up. There is no shortcut to owning an account other than creating and playing on your own.
How Riot detects and punishes account buying
Riot uses automated systems to flag accounts that show signs of being bought or sold. These systems look for sudden changes in location, device, play style, or spending patterns. If an account is flagged, Riot's security team investigates and may ban it.
Riot also works with payment processors to identify fraudulent transactions. If you buy an account with a credit card or digital payment method, the transaction may be reversed, and your payment method could be flagged for fraud.
Players who report account-buying activity to Riot also help the company identify and shut down third-party sellers. Reporting happens through the in-game support system or Riot's official website.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I sell my League account for blue essence or money?
No. Selling your account violates Riot's terms of service and can result in a permanent ban. Riot owns all accounts and can close or restrict them at any time. You do not have the legal right to sell an account you do not own.
What if I buy an account and it gets banned?
You have no recourse. Riot does not refund banned accounts, and third-party sellers will not refund you either. You lose both the account and the money you spent. This is why buying accounts is a financial risk.
Is there a way to transfer blue essence between my own accounts?
No. Blue essence is tied to the account where you earned it and cannot be moved. If you have multiple accounts, you earn and spend blue essence separately on each one.
Can I gift blue essence to a friend?
No. You can only gift cosmetic skins to friends through the in-game shop, and only if both accounts meet Riot's requirements. Blue essence cannot be gifted or traded.
What should I do if someone offers to sell me an account?
Decline and report the offer to Riot through the in-game support system. Do not send money or account information to third-party sellers. Creating your own account and playing the game is the only safe way to own a League account.