League of Legends: Reborn in Season 3, Tuning the Entire League

Chapter 127 Shouting slogans? We're professionals!

"Hello everyone watching the 2013 League of Legends Esports All-Star event."

After the solo competition ended, the host, Ma Fanshu, appeared on the right, with Jiang Ming standing two steps away from her.

"This is the post-match interview. Please allow me to introduce you. Standing next to me is the winner of the first match of today's Esports All-Star Individual Skills Competition, and also the captain of our CNLPL Dream Team: JM."

"Hello, JM, please say hello to the audience here and those watching on TV!"

The support that his senior mentioned was not just empty talk; the TV host Ma Fanshu standing next to Jiang Ming at this moment was the best proof of that.

Although Ma Fanshu is still a newcomer at this time, and will only gradually become known to the Chinese people when he hosts "World Football" next November, there is no doubt that his signing with Tencent Sports last year and getting on board with the sports platform has already demonstrated his ability.

Facing the camera, Jiang Ming, who was already quite familiar with the situation, did not falter. He nodded slightly with a calm smile, held the microphone in his right hand, and waved his left palm outward twice. "Dear viewers here and watching on TV, I am Jiang Ming, the mid-laner from the CNLPL region. My English ID is JM."

First, introduce my real name, then explain that JM is my English ID...

Ma Fanshu caught the unspoken message in Jiang Ming's self-introduction. Her eyes flickered slightly, and she felt a surge of admiration for the young man beside her, who was only a year younger than her and still in university.

The average clueless college student wouldn't notice such details.

After taking a deep breath and waiting for the atmosphere to calm down a bit after Jiang Ming's self-introduction, Ma Fanshu began the post-match Q&A session. "First question: As the host, did you feel any pressure taking on the challenge of an individual skills competition in your first match today? Could you share your feelings about winning?"

"There will definitely be pressure, since it's my first time playing in front of such a large audience. But I think my opponent is in a similar state to me, and most of the audience in the stadium supports me, so I won't be too nervous."

"Finally, I am very happy to have won the match. The victory and the cheers of the audience brought me unparalleled joy."

Jiang Ming gave a very formulaic answer, and considering that the live broadcast was being broadcast on TV5, he even tried to avoid using any potentially controversial terms.

"So, the second question is, JM chose a hero with a very low pick rate in today's match and used some completely new techniques. Could you explain them to us?"

As a TV host, Ma Fanshu naturally did her homework before going on stage, accurately describing the professional terminology of League of Legends and asking the right questions.

As soon as the second question was asked, the previously noisy atmosphere at the scene immediately quieted down, and the live stream chat was completely emptied.

Audience: As expected of a TV host, the questions he asks are so insightful; he knows exactly what everyone wants to hear.

Hurry up, I'm coming clean, I'm just jealous of your gaming skills.

Jiang Ming didn't intend to hide it once he took it out. He explained into the microphone, "In the individual skill competition, the hero I used is called Riven, the Exile, whose role in the game is a top lane warrior."

The first sentence was intended for casual viewers who hadn't played the game, so the wording was adjusted to make the answer more formal: "Riven's passive ability is that each time she uses a skill, it charges her basic attack, causing additional damage."

"Therefore, if you can quickly link your skills with your basic attacks, Riven can deal extremely high burst damage."

"Coincidentally, Riven's Q skill meets the requirements of an extremely short cooldown and three high-frequency attacks. In the game, heroes, whether attacking or using skills, have a mechanism called cast animation and recovery animation. Riven only needs to click the ground with the mouse the instant she casts Q or a basic attack, and then follow up with another attack to cancel it, thus gaining a faster attack speed. I call this—"

"Lightspeed QA!"

[Holy crap, so that's how it is.]

All three Q attacks can charge the passive skill. If you unleash all three Q attacks and basic attacks in a very short time, the damage will indeed be explosive.

Got it, got it! Okay, brothers, let's get ranked!

[Got it? What do you know? Canceling the aftercast animation for basic attacks and skills? The problem is, can you even execute it?]

[I know the answer to this question. Eyes: I understand. Brain: I get it. Hands: You're talking nonsense!]

Brothers, take my advice: don't play ranked games tonight. A whole bunch of wrinkles are on their way.

[May every single one be well.]

Raven's skills certainly go beyond just one lightning-fast QA.

In fact, it is no exaggeration to say that the "lightning-fast QA" is a basic skill of Riven, because the real strength of this hero is not in the operation, but in the gameplay strategy, the timing of entry, and the use of the three skills in combination, all of which require a lot of practice to master.

For example, when attacking stationary units and moving units, the Light Speed ​​QA operation involves two completely different sets of actions.

For example, there are the effects of RE canceling skill animation, the combination of Q's three-part combo with W's stun, the existence of the ultimate skill's execute threshold, and whether it's necessary to use all three parts of Q in a team fight, etc.

Jiang Ming then answered two more questions from the host before concluding the post-match interview segment.

Post-game interviews at the All-Star Game are certainly not as complicated. After all, with a total of 25 players from five regions competing, you can't possibly interview every single winner.

Asking Jiang Ming a question was just a special treatment given to the host country for their first match; interviews for the individual matches would have to wait until at least the semi-finals or finals.

In the subsequent solo match, PDD easily defeated his opponent, thus achieving a perfect record in the LPL region's first day of individual skill competition.

……

At 4:00 PM, after the individual skills competition, the team competition will begin.

On the large screen in the center of the stage, the words CNLPL vs LCS.NA and a four-minute countdown were displayed.

"Hehe, that SOAZ guy from the European region wanted to trick me, Park. He's still too green."

On the LPL team competition bench, PDD, while adjusting his computer and changing his account information, didn't forget to brag to his teammates about his performance in the solo match.

Mingkai couldn't help but complain, "Didn't you almost lose the first game?"

"Unexpected, unexpected. Who knew that someone would be so daring? After Lao Jiang crushed the North American mid laner Nunu with Riven, he still dared to pick this champion. That lane sustain almost made me throw up."

“It’s normal. Nunu’s stats are a bit overpowered in solo matches. With all runes and masteries stacked on AP, he starts with around 50 AP, and his E skill has a base damage of 115. With the 1.0 scaling, many champions can’t withstand his poke,” Jiang Ming explained. “And his Q has high healing. I was able to win the first game because the opponent was careless and underestimated Riven’s level 1 damage. They traded blows with me without armor and without minions.”

"Hehe, no matter what, Lao Jiang and I both advanced. Mingkai, Weixiao, the three of you, don't miss out tomorrow."

"Speaking of which, could you send me a copy of Lao Jiang Ruiwen's lightning-fast QA tutorial video later?"

"I'll pay you, I'll pay you. At least I can order twenty boxes of pork floss cakes from your online store, right?"

"Twenty boxes!!" the enormous man at the very edge asked, "Are you going to eat that?"

"Hey, twenty cases of water is nothing! Don't underestimate the fighting power of IG, okay?"

Smiling: "I've never underestimated the weight of your whole team."

"Pfft, hahaha!"

……

It can only be said that everyone's joys and sorrows are different. Compared to the laughter and relaxed atmosphere on the LPL side, the North American NA side was obviously not as happy as they were backstage before the match, and the five players' faces were somewhat solemn.

Although the senior player still wanted to say that the opponents were all noobs, his voice became much softer when faced with the fact that he was crushed in two solo mid-lane matches and the upcoming matchup against WeiXiao.

What? You're saying being strong in solo matches doesn't mean you're strong in the main tournament?

Oh, that's perfect. JM on the other side is exactly good at dominating Summoner's Rift.

"Please start the competition for the blue side single player!"

The somber atmosphere was finally broken by the English referee on site. After receiving the instructions and confirming with his teammates, Dyrus built a house and pulled the referee and his teammates into it one after another.

With a crisp sound, the blue-purple BP panel displaying all the heroes was pulled out from the right side of the main screen inside the Shanghai Grand Stage venue.

In an instant, the noisy venue returned to calm.

The esports audience once again demonstrated to the leaders who came to watch the game what "esports etiquette" really means!
"In this match, North American LCS.NA took the blue side and banned Jarvan IV right away."

The North American (NA) side's idea is to take on multiple threats with one hero. Prince is a champion that can be played in the top lane or jungle, and it's considered a signature champion for both PDD and Clearlove. Banning him directly would be more beneficial.

As for targeting the mid lane in the LPL?
For a player with a vast roster of heroes, there's really no need for that.

When Wawa saw this, she couldn't help but laugh out loud: "I think you North America NA should really consider banning JM's heroes. It's dangerous to leave heroes like Zed and Gragas out in the open."

"Yes, in the LPL league, when other teams faced NXG, especially when JM started as the mid laner, Zed and Gragas became two fixed bans."

"If you can't limit JM in the mid lane, then once you fall behind in the early mid-jungle matchup, you'll be met with the kind of relentless offensive pace that JM and NXG have."

"Let me give you a little explanation." After Xiao Cang finished speaking, Joker, who had nothing more to say, had no choice but to turn his attention to the stage. "The two people standing behind the LPL representative team are our region's deputy coach Abu and tactical analyst BSYY, while the head coach is JM, who is also the mid laner."

"Therefore, we have reason to believe that the LPL dream team is very likely to be similar to NXG in terms of team playstyle."

Ah, is this young man not only the captain but also the head coach?

Players in the esports community were aware of this, but those outside the community who watched the TV5 live stream were completely shocked.

In their minds, a team coach should be at least in their thirties or forties, with a receding hairline, a notebook in hand, and a trusting face. Now you're telling me that this young man in front of us, who is the head coach of our regional team?

It must be amazing!

During the discussion, LPL, located on the purple side, chose to ban Thresh.

Now that everyone knows that North America's only carry is in the bottom lane, Jiang Ming certainly won't let the opportunity to target them pass by.

The current version's strongest initiator support is going to be banned.

"The second round of bans and picks—Ezreal, it seems that NA is focusing their efforts on targeting Smile."

Every time Wawa said something, the audience couldn't help but burst out laughing. Playing against the current LPL All-Star team is like playing against WE and targeting WeiXiao, isn't it?

What's going on with the coaching staff in North America (NA)?

The truth is, there aren't many coaches in North America (NA). The bearded man in a suit standing behind Doublelift and the others is actually a staff member sent by the TSM team.

His task is to provide the necessary logistical support for the athletes!

Right now, it's just the All-Star Game in Shanghai, and every team needs a tactical coach.

1V3!

It feels like we've already lost before the game even started!
"LPL bans Janna again... It seems JM's main target is Doublelift!" Joker exclaimed. "Both are bot lane duos, but our Smile can pair with almost any support. On the other hand, with his aggressive playstyle, Doublelift is prone to problems in team fights if he doesn't have a support with enough protection."

Upon hearing this, the WE fans, who were just a moment ago angry about LPL's repeated bans on bot lane support heroes, suddenly looked much better.

That's right, that's exactly it. We can cooperate with any AD carry, only the weak rely on the support.

Besides, without Thresh and Janna, let's see which AD carry can survive the onslaught from the enemy top, mid, and jungle in team fights.

Dyrus turned to look at the mid laner's position, "Dude, should we ban Riven?"

"Raven?"

Scarra's face darkened immediately. "I don't think this is a funny joke, boy. Whether Riven is banned or not should be up to you, or Doublelift."

Fuck, what's with this teammate?!
Did you treat the 5v5 Summoner's Rift like a solo match? Doublelift didn't care at all; his optimistic personality allowed him to quickly adjust his mood. "Compared to Riven, I think Renekton is less popular among AD players."

"Okay, then ban crocodiles."

LPL's final ban was incredibly swift, sending Saintvicious, the only relatively normal Volibear jungler from North America, to the blacklist.

What do you mean? What do you mean? Are you looking down on me, JM?

[Three bans and picks, not a single mid laner. I can only say you guys are incredibly brave.]

[Waaaaah, I'm so scared of what I'm about to see! Will the scene be really brutal? I can't bear to watch!]

In short, I want to see rivers of blood flow! Calamity! Calamity! Calamity!

[JM, please be mindful of the impact. Today's All-Star game is being broadcast nationwide on TV, so excessive violence is not allowed and could frighten children.]

Jiang Ming didn't feel like he had been provoked at all.

In Season 3, it's actually very difficult to completely ban mid laners; at most, you can only target one or two assassins that you simply can't handle.

Therefore, North America's decision to ban some of their own players' signature heroes is actually a very rational move.

On the other hand, Scarra was unusually angry, feeling that he had been insulted by his teammates.

He was eager to redeem himself in the 5v5 team competition.

"Zed is still out there, and JM is very likely to pick this signature champion. Scarra, do you have any counter-picks for Zed?"

Scarra: "Zed!"

Dyrus didn't hear clearly, "What?"

"I said, get me the Zed on the first floor!"

"Hey ho ho, buddy, have you already decided to use JM's signature hero to get revenge?" the jungler and support cheered.

Scarra is the best Katarina player in North America and is very skilled at playing assassins. They don't think there's anything wrong with picking Shadow Master first.

Furthermore, Zed is not a big problem to pick first in the mid lane in Season 3, and the probability of him being countered is not high.

In terms of counter-picking, the only champions that can reliably suppress Zed are Malzahar, Annie, and Fizz. From a team perspective, JM would never pick Annie, whose ultimate is easily dodged by professional players, to play in the mid lane. As for Fizz... well, to this day, I haven't seen the opposing team pick this champion in LPL matches.

"Ah, NA from North America stole JM's Zed first?" Realizing her description was wrong, Xiao Cang immediately corrected herself, "The blue team picked a strong assassin in the current meta on the first pick... LPL banned Janna themselves this game, so the carry might have to be careful when facing this Zed."

The LPL remained unmoved by this.

First, choose the duo on the first and second floors – the policewoman and Jella!

Seeing that LPL had picked a bot lane with maximum pressure, the second and third picks on the blue side had no choice but to pick Varus as a counter. At the same time, the third pick gave up support and instead picked Lee Sin, a strong jungler.

"The BP rotation has changed again!" Wawa announced loudly, "LPL top laner picked Riven, oh my, looks like PDD also pulled off a lightning-fast QA, jungler Elise, is this leaving the fifth pick counter pick for mid lane..."

After saying that, Wawa wanted to slap himself. The blue team's Zed was picked first, and the purple team had no reason to give their precious counter pick to the mid laner. Normally, it should have been reserved for PDD in the top lane.

But now that Riven has been picked, something still doesn't feel right. JM can't possibly use her in the mid lane, can he?

"Well, let's put the matter of strengthening the training of LPL hosts on the agenda."

"agree……"

The baby's words made Hu Qiming and others, who had been watching the competition closely, frown.

The League of Legends professional league is developing too fast, and the quality of the hosts can't keep up!

However, no one expected that Wawa, who always made random analyses, would actually hit the nail on the head today!
Just as the North American NA team secured the support Blitzcrank and top laner Kennen on the fourth and fifth floors respectively, PDD, sitting in the purple team's position, let out a strange laugh and asked Pang Ran to lock in Malphite for him.

"hiss!"

"what?"

"The Stone Man!"

"Oh my, LPL locked in Malphite as their last pick. Riven isn't going to be top lane; JM will be taking her mid."

The three commentators moved in unison, adopting Tom's shocked expression.

The audience erupted in cheers, and discussions quickly followed.

[Fine, fine, you're using Raven to rob me, huh!]

Scarra: Don't come any closer!

[Just wondering, can Riven play mid lane?]

[If it were before today, I would have answered no, because mid lane is a lane that relies on burst damage from heroes. But after seeing JM's Riven play, damn it, which assassin can compare to her?]

……

"You're treating me like a dog, so you guys have to carry me, okay?"

As a top laner, compared to dominating the opponent in the top lane or endlessly tormenting the opponent with a long ranged champion, it's obviously more interesting to watch the opponent farm for ten minutes or more, and in the end, the game has nothing to do with his win or loss.

The jungler didn't say anything, just kept adjusting his runes. Jiang Ming responded to PDD's taunts, "Bao, top lane, just lie down. If we don't dominate the mid and jungle this game, I'll show you when we get back, Mingkai will do a handstand while washing his hair."

PDD: Awesome!

Mingkai: "Wait a minute, how can you skip me, the party involved, when you're signing the contract?"

Smiling: "Don't worry about the details, I also vote in favor."

Pang Ran: "Factory manager, you know, Ming-ge also has another identity. He is my boss, and I have to obey him unconditionally."

The team members began to switch heroes, and once the final lane assignments were determined, the lineups of both sides appeared on the big screen.

Blue side LCS.NA: Top lane Kennen, Jungle Lee Sin, Mid lane Zed, Bot lane Varus + Blitzcrank!

Purple Team CNLPL: Top lane Malphite, Jungle Elise, Mid lane Riven, Bot lane Caitlyn + Zyra!

As the loading screen began, the director abruptly switched the camera to the audience seats, as if searching for something.

"found it!"

The director backstage had an "I knew it" look on his face. You didn't appear in the individual competition, but how could the team competition be complete without you when JM is there?

The camera focused on a burly young man who stood up from his seat, holding a flag in his hands.

When he saw himself appear on the big screen, unlike the shy and evasive reactions of the other passersby, Jiao Yang showed his white front teeth and stood up straight.

At the same moment, in the live stream chat, LOL players who recognized Jiao Yang typed out characters in unison.

[I'm cheering for you!]

[You're wearing LPL jerseys today, right?]

[I swear, I want to go to the live show too! Shouting it all out together feels so relaxing!]

As expected, Jiao Yang, having finished preparing, waved the flag in his hand and began to exert force from his chest, his powerful voice resounding throughout the surroundings.

"LPL!"

"come on!"

"LPL!"

"come on!"

"..."

Jiao Yang was the one who started by shouting "LPL," and the LOL players, who already had a good understanding, cheered him on.

The stadium, packed with tens of thousands of people, and the scene of countless people cheering and shouting together, was a kind of shock that is hard to describe in simple words.

It can only be said that the leaders of Shanghai who came to watch the e-sports event today are having their perceptions refreshed again and again by these young people.

"No, it's not over yet."

After shouting three times, Jiao Yang chuckled, took out his phone to exchange information with his part-time classmates in different locations within the venue, and then spoke again:
“NA!”

"come on!"

“NA!”

"come on!"

"..."

The cheers for North America were noticeably quieter than those for LPL, but the audience reacted instantly after Jiao Yang and others shouted their cheers for the away team, politely joining in to cheer for the away team.

Are you confused? I'm asking you, are you confused?

Friendship first, competition second; we young people are really good at shouting slogans.

The mastermind behind everything is sitting on the competition stage, waiting for the competition to begin!
……

After a brief loading period, Summoner's Rift appeared on the screen.

"Get out of here quickly, find a good spot, and be careful not to get hooked by the robot."

Jiang Ming's voice rang in the ears of the four LPL players, but the screen showed that Riven had already bought his equipment and rushed out of the fountain, moving swiftly.

After a period of intensive training, the speed at which the others left the house also improved significantly, with even the slowest, PDD, being able to keep up with the pace.

"Okay, now we see that both sides have entered Summoner's Rift, forming a very standard long line formation. It seems that neither of them wants to fight at level one."

After Wawa finished speaking, she continued the conversation to Xiao Cang, who had been watching Jiang Ming closely, "We can now observe the starting items of both sides' heroes."

"The Malphite has a Crystal Bottle, three Health Potions, and two Blue Potions; Kennen has bought a Doran's Blade; mid lane..."

"Wow, both Zed and Riven chose the health potion."

(End of this chapter)