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How to Upgrade Guards by Researching “DEMACIAN STEEL – GUARD” in Demacia Rising in League of Legends

Lim How Wei
February 14, 2026

League of Legends is a multiplayer online battle arena where players aim to destroy the Nexus.

Select over a hundred Champions—ranging from tanks and assassins to mystical mages.

Master map awareness, resource management, and precise teamwork to dominate lanes.

As you grow in power by buying items, the game transforms into a high-octane tactical dance.

In this quick and easy guide, you’ll learn how to Upgrade Guards by Researching “DEMACIAN STEEL – GUARD” in Demacia Rising in League of Legends (LoL).

How to Upgrade Guards by Researching “DEMACIAN STEEL – GUARD” in Demacia Rising in League of Legends

Here’s how to upgrade guards by researching “DEMACIAN STEEL – GUARD”:

  1. Select the Research icon on the bottom right.
  2. Unlock these upgrades in order:
    • Poppy > Increase Platoon Size > Piercing Strikes > Battle High > Demacian Steel Guard.
    • Requires 500 Silver Shields, 18 Valor, 3150 Lumber, and 22 Petricide.
  3. Quest complete!

Further reading

How to Upgrade Uwendale to Level 2 in Demacia Rising in League of Legends

How to Beat Uwendale in Demacia Rising in League of Legends

How to Win a Battle with Kayle in your army in Demacia Rising in League of Legends

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