According to a recent report by ESPN's Tyler Erzberger, the LCK is set to resume their season in an online format by the end of March. Read more on the story here:
After an incredible start followed by a harsh recoil, Dignitas has swapped their League of Legends Championship Series starting jungler, Grig, for Academy jungler, Akaadian. Dignitas Academy team looked nearly invincible early in the split, but have also faltered recently. Read more on the change here:
The GDC has been postponed until this Summer, following the footsteps of many other tournaments and events throughout the entertainment industry. The conference, brings in developers from both gaming and esports alike to share experiences and network, fostering growth across the board. Read more on their plans here:
According to a tweet made by League of Legends Pro League reporter, Ran, in a recent press conference, the Chinese government disclosed that they were both putting in full effort to prepare for Worlds and suggesting the LPL resume their season in an online format. Read the story here:
Today's cartoon is about the four major regions of competitive League of Legends, the LCK, LCS, LEC, and the LPL. Despite it's late start and no spectators, the competition in the LCK continues to be
After visa delays for both Broxah and Shernfire, MikeYeung returned to Team Liquid and has rediscovered his passion for competition. Watch our video interview on YouTube, or read the transcription here:
Peter spoke about how the team hopes to move forward after an 0-2 start and their ultimate goal of making Worlds in the summer, not MSI in the Spring. He also shares the pressures of the TSM legacy on himself and the players, and how he is working to improve the TSM culture. Read more here:
Vulcan spoke with Inven Global about how he fits in the Cloud9 culture, as well as his goals of winning both splits and changing the NA narrative with the team. He details where he fits in the tier list of supports in NA, but notes how hard branding is for supports.
PowerOfEvil spoke about his fresh start on FlyQuest and reuniting with IgNar and addressed the frustrating notion that he plays a confined style and the funny coincidence of Crown following his footsteps two years in a row. Watch the video here:
According to a Weibo post translated by Chinese esports journalist, Ran, the LPL will be delayed until further notice. They are currently on break for the Lunar New Year, but the break will continue until the coronavirus is contained. Read more here:
Sources close to Inven Global reported visa issues for a number of players, including Crown, the starting mid for CLG, but they've now confirmed he has arrived in NA. Read more here:
Just hours before Call of Duty League's season opener on Friday afternoon, YouTube announced exclusive streaming rights for all Activision Blizzard esports, including OWL, CoD League, Hearthstone, and more. Read more on the deal here:
FlyQuest has taken on a brand new look for 2020 Spring, revealing a floral painted jersey for their LCS team. The jersey was hand painted by Phien Le, and represents all that FlyQuest is fighting to accomplish this year. See more pictures inside.
FlyQuest have named former COO, Tricia Sugita, as new CEO, and unveiled new initiatives and a brand new facility. Read more about how they will Go Green in 2020 and help us all find the greatness in ourselves, as they double down on their core values and own what it means to Showcase Greatness. Read more about Sugita in her new position here:
CLG and Crown haven't been able to finalize the star Korean mid's visa, and CLG Academy mid, Tuesday, will be starting in the opening LCS weekend. Read more on the situation here:
IMT rounded out their return to LCS by hosting a Season Kickoff at a popular LA arcade bar, Button Mash. Here's what you missed and what the team had to say about the new season:
Lolesports has finalized the LCS schedule, posting all 90 games of the regular season. The end-of-season run is crucial, see who has the best late season schedule for securing a strong playoff seed.
Just like the LPL, the LCK has its own off-season tournament at the end of December, the KeSPA Cup. Here are the best champions in their meta, and who you should look out for in 2020.
Golden Guardians hosted a media day showing off their recent re-brand and new LCS roster. Only Hauntzer remains from the 2019 Spring Split, and he spoke with Inven Global about his thoughts on the upcoming year.
The Demacia Cup ended last week, but they've found a good starting position for their early season meta. There were 77 champs contested throughout the tournament, here are the best and worst performers.